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Lake Forest,IL 60045
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,406 sqft
Price per Sqft $405
Subdivision Whispering Oaks
MLS Listing ID 12199707
Style Ranch,Other
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1967
Annual Tax Amount $11,535
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 0.560 Acres
Lot Dimensions 101X239X103X250
Property Description
This is an absolutely stunning, one-of-a-kind, organic modern home designed by the home's original owner, Robert Rasmussen. Bob was an apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright for a time, and took Wright's teachings about organic architecture to heart, as evidenced by this amazing mid-century modern home. Built primarily of uncoursed limestone and glass, the home features very few right angles, Rasmussen opting instead for graceful curves that sweep the house along its lot, partially set into the ground upon which the house was built, making it appear as a rocky outcropping on the terrain. Inside, wonder and delight abound, as you're surrounded by what seems like acres of walnut used for cabinetry, paneling, built-in furniture and trim, volumes of main-level storage, a feature fireplace, built-in and custom-designed furniture, a round kitchen still showcasing some original appliances and gorgeous original tile, and so much more. Down the hallway to the private areas of the home, a twin convertible bedroom features mirror-image sleeping rooms, built-in desks & wardrobes, followed by a Primary Suite with an absolutely incredible en-suite bathroom with sunken, terrazzo tub/shower and more original tile, fixtures & finishes. A study / fourth bedroom sits at the end of the private wing, and throughout the house, endless windows - with their original Knoll fabric window treatments - follow the curves of the house from front to back, and along the covered patio area outside. A beautiful, gently-rolling lot cradles the home, with mature trees along the perimeter on two sides, and more peppered throughout. Saved from possible destruction after the architect / owner passed away by neighbors who are mid-century modern architecture fans and preservationists, the home is now available for the first time ever on the public market to whoever desires to be the next stewards of this fantastic residence - complete with original plans, style guide created by Bob and his wife, June, and more. The lower level features the 2-car garage and plenty of flexible finished space including a large rec room with a curved bar and an alcove that could be used as a bar, TV area and more; remodeled powder room; and workshop / studio space. Additionally, you'll find a "wine cellar" or storage area, and another storage room (originally designed as a tornado shelter). The home features new HVAC systems as of 2024, and numerous other important and valuable recent updates. Located across the street from the prestigious Old Elm Club, and just a 1/2 mile from the Metra station, Openlands Lakeshore Preserve, Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve and the Robert McClory Bike Path, just 5 minutes from Lake Michigan, and served by highly-rated Lake Forest schools, this is indeed a rare opportunity to purchase such a remarkable residence in a beautiful setting & neighborhood, and with so much so close by. The property is being sold as-is including original and custom furniture pieces.
Location
State IL
County Lake
Community Street Paved
Rooms
Basement Full
Interior
Interior Features Skylight(s),Bar-Dry,Hardwood Floors,First Floor Bedroom,First Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Historic/Period Mlwk,Open Floorplan,Some Carpeting,Some Wood Floors,Dining Combo,Paneling
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas Log
Fireplace Y
Appliance Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Cooktop,Range Hood,Other
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup,In Unit,Laundry Chute
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio
Parking Features Attached
Garage Spaces 2.0
View Y/N true
Roof Type Other
Building
Lot Description Wooded,Mature Trees
Story 1 Story
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Cherokee Elementary School
Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School
High Schools Lake Forest High School
School District 67,67,115
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None