Waterfront
Address
55 Prospect Avenue, Highland Park, IL
Price
$ 5,250,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#11973312
  • TypeSingle Family
  • CountyLAKE
  • CityHighland Park
  • AreaHighland Park
  • NeighborhoodDowntown
  • Zip60035
  • StyleCape Cod
  • Year Built1995
  • Taxes$ 101361
  • Price$ 5,250,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms6
  • Half Bathrooms2
  • Sqr Footage9000
  • Lot Size1.5442 Acres
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description

This finely crafted beach home could NEVER be built for this price today set on 1.5 acres by top shelf luxe builder Mike Wojcik and Marvin Herman Architecture. Equipped with an elevator to all floors, this finely crafted masterpiece delivers the ultimate living experience with floor to ceiling picture windows that allow the backdrop of panoramic lake views to radiate throughout. Sensational level of build quality throughout: detailed door casings & moldings, chestnut wide plank floors, gorgeous neutral stones & white marbles, all accented with meticulous trim carpentry. Chef's kitchen overlooks the entire first floor w/nooked in breakfast booth, butcher block w/ soapstone countertops, Ann Sacks tile work & Waterworks sink. Fully accented w/ huge walk-in pantry, mudroom w/command center, 2nd bath (full), laundry (2nd) & 3 car garage. Let the the elevator whisk you up to the the ultimate primary suite equipped with Holly Hunt automatic window treatments, a crisp 5 star hotel level white Statuary marble bath, lounge & bedroom area with endless blue views of the water. 3 other family beds w/ Ann Sacks ensuite baths share a gathering family room with adjoining deck to relax in the hot tub. Current owners took this house one step further by adding a coach house that seamlessly blends with main house as if this structure as always been here. Beautiful breezeway accenting with matching porch swings signals a welcoming transition to a spectacular coach house with commercial level 3 car garage w/custom auto body shelving & cabinetry, epoxy flooring, & custom silent garage doors. Separate entrance with staircase up to a full 2nd floor in law suite with workout area. This lakefront destination makes living easy & convenient as town is only a quick 10 min picturesque walk. Added bonus.. newly completed reengineered bluff & all re-landscaped to perfection by Bill Eiserman. Hands down the BEST lakefront value in the North Shore now at this price.

Elementary School Middle School High School
Indian Trail Elementary School Edgewood Middle School Highland Park High School
Price History
4/19/2024 Listed $5,250,000

General Features

Interior Features Hot Tub,Bar-Dry,Elevator,Hardwood Floors,Heated Floors,First Floor Laundry,Second Floor Laundry,First Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,Ceiling - 10 Foot,Open Floorplan,Sp
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air
Cooling Central Air,Zoned
Possession Closing
Roof Shake
Appliances Double Oven,Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Disposal
Exterior Features Balcony,Patio,Hot Tub,Dog Run,Storms/Screens,Outdoor Grill,Fire Pit,Breezeway
Garage Spaces 6
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Cape Cod
Year Built 1995
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Township West Deerfield
Tax Year 2021
Percent Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Lake,Curbs,Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Lake
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Total Rooms 13
Status Active
Directions Sheridan to Laurel,Laurel to Prospect
High School Highland Park High School
City Highland Park
High School District 112
MLS Area Highland Park
Waterfront Y/N Yes
Street Name Prospect
Elementary School Indian Trail Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 101361.4
Middle/Junior High School Edgewood Middle School
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://tours.vht.com/API/T434293723/nobranding
Days on Market 8
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 112
Elementary School District 112
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Basement Full
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood Burning,Gas Starter
Full Baths 6
Half Baths 2
Street Suffix Avenue
Laundry Features Gas Dryer Hookup,Multiple Locations,Sink
Total Bedrooms 5
Room Type Breakfast Room,Office,Recreation Room,Sitting Room,Pantry,Bedroom 5,Foyer,Walk In Closet,Utility Room-Lower Level
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Total Baths 8
Bedrooms Possible 5
Window Features Window Treatments
Basement Finished
Bathrooom Separate Shower,Double Sink

Exterior Features

Model CAPE COD
Lot Features Beach,Lake Front,Landscaped,Mature Trees,Lake Access,Outdoor Lighting,Views
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 6
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 106X572X181X470
Lot Size Acres 1.5442
Other Equipment Security System,Fire Sprinklers,Sump Pump,Security Cameras
Garage Onsite Yes
Garage Type Attached
Garage Ownership Owned
Exterior Cedar,Shakes
Door Features Mirrored Closet Door(s)

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 60035

Price
AVG $2.1M
$5.25M
Taxes
AVG $36,111
$101,361
Visits
AVG 782
382
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1977
1995

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