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480 Miller Road

North Barrington, IL 60010

7 beds
9 baths
10,039 sqft
~10 acre lot
$249 per sqft
– on site

INCREDIBLY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN YOUR OWN PRIVATE BOTANIC GARDEN! - Welcome to the most spectacular estate in the Midwest. This expansive awe-inspiring 10-acre gated and fenced compound boasts a primary residence, detached two-story 3-car garage with a 4th bay for a private golf cart, a separate gated service entrance driveway, guest house, party room building, professional greenhouse, barn with 3 garage bays, gazebo, hoop house, a children's tree house, train depot, and more! One of the Crown Jewels of this compound is the prototypical full-sized Rico train station containing a one-of-a-kind PRIVATE FULLY-OPERATIONAL O-SCALE MODEL TRAIN MUSEUM, which houses an intricate model replica of Chicago designed and built by the owner! Explore the estate's lush landscape and discover the owner's passion and creative talent for gardening that includes 11 breathtaking themed gardens that took 60 years to cultivate, from the stunning Japanese garden to the magnificent MODEL TRAIN GARDEN RAILWAY that is 2.5X larger than Epcot's outdoor model train layout! This spectacular landscape - which includes EXTREMELY RARE mature TREES (including one specimen tree that is considered functionally extinct!), a PRIVATE LAKE, and a PRIVATE POOL - offers a serene sanctuary of endless natural beauty. The gardens have garnered NUMEROUS AWARDS over the years. This fabulous estate includes waterfalls, decorative ponds, and fountains throughout, and the property is ZONED FOR HORSES! The primary residence, with a lower-level walk-out / separate entrance, together with a guest house, includes a total of 5 fireplaces, and are both situated to take in the captivating gardens and lake VIEWS FROM EVERY WINDOW! The primary residence also has a professional CHEF'S KITCHEN and an original 1950s soda fountain next to the arcade room, which opens onto another patio - perfect for entertaining! Whether strolling through the meticulously designed gardens or marveling at the amazing views of model trains, this estate is nothing short of extraordinary. This property is being offered for the first time in over half a century! You will not find another estate with these unique offerings!

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12340576 —

The Building

Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Traditional, Ranch
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Walk-Out Access
Foundation Details:

Block, Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck, Patio, Porch
Disability Access:

No
Total SqFt:

8663
Total SqFt:

8974
Main SqFt:

4361
Upper SqFt:

1890
Lower SqFt:

2412
Unfinished Lower SqFt:

311
Living Area Source:

Plans
Levels:

Tri-Level

Interior

Room Type:

Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Game Room, Sitting Room, Office, Exercise Room, Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet
Rooms Total:

16
Interior Features:

Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplaces Total:

5
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Gas Log
Fireplace Location:

Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement,Other,Den/Library
Laundry Features:

Upper Level, In Unit

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

10039

Location

Directions:

Miller Rd and north of Rustic Dr
Location:

17665

The Property

Parcel Number:

13124000030000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

N
Lot Features:

Water Rights, Mature Trees, Garden, Views, Water Garden
Lot Size Dimensions:

10
Lot Size Acres:

10
Zero Lot Line:

No
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

true
Additional Parcels:

true
View:

Water
Waterfront Features:

Lake Front, Pond, Waterfront

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

30405.12

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

7
Bedrooms Possible:

7

Baths

Baths:

9
Full Baths:

9

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

List Broker Must Accompany

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air, Wall Unit(s)

Utilities

Sewer:

Septic-Mechanical, Septic Tank
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Schools

Elementary School District:

220
Middle Or Junior School District:

220
High School District:

220

The Community

Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

12
Parking Features:

Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Secured, Owned, Garage
Garage Spaces:

6

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Barn(s), Gazebo, Greenhouse, Guest House, Pool House, Shed(s), Garage(s), See Remarks, Storage

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,500,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$13,386
Taxes	$2,533
Insurance	$687
Utilities	N/A
Total	$16,606/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/17/25 Apr 17, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$2,500,000

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This house located in Wynstone, North Barrington, IL 60010 is currently for sale for $2,500,000. 480 Miller Road is a 10,039 square foot house with 7 beds and 9 baths that has been on Estately for 3 days. 480 Miller Road is in the Wynstone neighborhood of North Barrington and has a WalkScore® of 7, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of North Barrington Elementary School, Barrington High School, and Barrington Middle School - Station Campus.

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