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690 S Ridge Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

Name: Open House: 11:30am-2:30pm
Start: 2025-01-12T11:30:00
End: 2025-01-12T14:30:00
Location: 690 S Ridge Road

5 beds
8 baths
8,225 sqft
~2 acre lot
$455 per sqft
1931 build
– on site

Welcome to this architecturally inspiring French Normandy home built in 1931 that was completely rebuilt and expanded in 2005. The Poulton Group created a truly remarkable residence that seamlessly integrates design, materials, and craftsmanship, all while maintaining a profound connection to its setting. Set on 1.8 beautifully manicured acres, the home was designed to enjoy the views from every room. The gallery, a wide hallway with four sets of French doors, overlooks the beautiful pool and professionally landscaped backyard, while the formal living room features six sets of French doors. The library features elegant wood paneling and two sets of French doors that open to an enchanting walled garden, leading you through the winding boxwoods and rose garden. The opulent first floor primary suite is strategically located near the office in its own private wing of the house and the primary bathroom has radiant heated floors. The unparalleled primary closet has two floors and four separate rooms. The spacious kitchen with a gorgeous fireplace is the heart of the home, with an elegant yet expansive butler's pantry that connects to the dining room and a top-of-the-line Lacanche stove, CornuFe' 90 hood, and Hestan 48" gas range. The sunroom also has heated floors and a picturesque view of the woodlands area of the gardens. The living room and family room boast stunning cathedral ceilings, the primary bedroom features a 14 foot tray ceiling. This home is an enchanted tapestry of wood and stone, with timber-framed ceilings, custom doors, built-ins, exquisite paint finishes and features five gas-start wood burning fireplaces all on the first floor. All five bedrooms are ensuite, ensuring privacy and comfort. There are six full and two half baths. The new pool, hot tub, hardscape landscaping, and a driveway spacious enough for the professionally painted pickleball court create a private retreat. The home also features a theater room, sauna, exercise room, wine cellar and additional third floor bonus room. The slate roof was recently maintained and promises a 100+ year life span. This property is a showcase in every respect-truly an opportunity of a lifetime!Few Facts: Marcus Lemonis owned this home, The seller is a Real Estate Broker. Utilities: North Shore Gas and ComEd.

Listing courtesy of MRED / Coldwell Banker Realty as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 10, 2025 •

MLS# 12213116 —

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Saturday, 1/11
11:30am-2:30pm
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11:30am-2:30pm

The Building

Year Built:

1931
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
New Construction:

No
Roof:

Slate
Basement:

Full
Exterior Features:

Patio, Hot Tub, Porch Screened, In Ground Pool, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Other
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Living Area Source:

Other

Interior

Room Type:

Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Bonus Room, Bedroom 5, Exercise Room, Foyer, Library, Pantry, Screened Porch, Sitting Room, Storage, Theatre Room
Rooms Total:

14
Interior Features:

Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Sauna/Steam Room, Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Health Facilities, Pantry
Door Features:

French Doors
Fireplaces Total:

5
Fireplace Features:

Gas Log
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room,Den/Library,Dining Room,Kitchen
Laundry Features:

In Unit, Multiple Locations

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

8225

Location

Directions:

Ridge road south of Westleigh, on the west side.
Location:

12660

The Property

Parcel Number:

16053010630000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions:

1.8
Lot Size Acres:

1.8
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

56313

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

8
Full Baths:

6
Half Baths:

2

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

List Broker Must Accompany

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls, Zoned
Cooling:

Central Air, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer, Overhead Sewers
Electric:

Service - 400 Amp or Greater
Water Source:

Lake Michigan, Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator

Schools

Elementary School:

Everett Elementary School
Elementary School District:

67
Middle Or Junior School:

Deer Path Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

67
High School:

Lake Forest High School
High School District:

115

The Community

Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

4
Garage Type:

Attached,Detached
Garage Spaces:

4
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Shed(s), See Remarks

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$3,750,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$20,080
Taxes	$4,692
Insurance	$1,031
Utilities	$338 See report
Total	$26,141/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/3/25 Jan 3, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$3,750,000	38.9% (4.6% / YR)
8/22/16 Aug 22, 2016		MRED	$2,700,000

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This house located in North Shore, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently for sale for $3,750,000. 690 S Ridge Road is a 8,225 square foot house with 5 beds and 8 baths that has been on Estately for 7 days. 690 S Ridge Road is in the North Shore neighborhood of Lake Forest and has a WalkScore® of 2, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Deer Path Middle School West, Deer Path Middle School East, Cherokee Elementary School, and Lake Forest High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Coldwell Banker Realty, and Victoria Waliczek as distributed by MLS GRID.

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690 S Ridge Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045