499 W Old Mill Road — Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Lake Forest, IL 60045

499 W Old Mill Road

$4,700,000
4 beds · 7 baths · 5,576 sqft
Listed at $4,700,000 37 days on market $44,788/yr taxes
01About this home

This sprawling Tudor style estate is nestled on nearly 10 enchanting acres. Fully fenced, this amazing property borders a public prairie reserve that has been restored to and beyond the historic Jens Jensen design. The grounds are the design pallet that has created award winning gardens across the entire North-Shore and Wisconsin. Featuring a butterfly garden, an organic potager garden, orchard, vineyard, sprawling lawns, and a stocked fishing and water lily pond. The homes interior has been masterfully decorated and restored to its century old elegance. From the original unique ceiling moldings to the Walnut paneling and bookcases this home is beyond compare. The living room features 10 foot ceilings and is perfectly scaled for entertaining and gathering with family and special friends. The elegant dining room with fireplace and leaded glass windows make seasonal dining inside a very special occasion. Across the marble foyer from the dining room is a Southern facing Cypress paneled library that takes full advantage of the properties fabulous vistas and natural light. Altounian builders expertly crafted the chef's kitchen outfitted with fabulous white shaker cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances and exceptional details and finishes. Adjoining the kitchen via the pool breezeway is the bright and airy family room with seamless access to the terrace, a sleek fireplace and a custom bar, as well as access to a pool bathroom. Above the four car garage is a vaulted ceiling three room in-law suite, with full bath, currently being used as an exercise room, yoga studio and craft space. On the 2nd level you will find four beautiful en-suite bedrooms and baths, including the spacious primary suite with luxurious bath and enormous closet. Venture outdoors and enjoy your own private oasis. The entertainment area revolves around a pool and spa, an outdoor fireplace, multiple gathering areas with seating for thirty, and a pergola dining terrace, featuring an all stainless steel kitchen that can easily accommodate twelve - all working in perfect harmony to create an unparalleled al fresco dining experience. Offering almost 6,000 square feet of living space and a one-of-a-kind outdoor haven this home has been crafted to meet your every need - indoors and out. Horses are allowed, and there is the possibility to also subdivide the property.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$4,700,000
List price
5,576
Square feet
4
Bedrooms
5 full / 2 half
Bathrooms
1935
Year built
9.62 ac
Lot size
4
Garage spaces
$44,788
Annual taxes
Tudor
Style
37
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerDisposalWine RefrigeratorRange HoodWater Purifier OwnedHumidifier
Parking
Heated GarageGarage OwnedAttachedOwnedGarage
Construction
Stucco
Equipment
TV-CableSecurity SystemIntercomCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Sprinkler-Lawn
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Everett Elementary School
Lake Forest, IL
📍28 mi🚗72 min
M Middle school
Deer Path Middle School
Lake Forest, IL
H High school
Lake Forest High School
Lake Forest, IL
📍1.9 mi🚗5 min🚶46 min
  • McDonald's 0.8 mi
  • Dogout 0.8 mi
  • Jersey Mike's Subs 0.8 mi
  • Eggspresso 0.9 mi
  • Rosati's 0.9 mi
  • Sushi Kushi Toyo 1.2 mi
  • Mariano's Fresh Market 0.6 mi
  • Shell 0.8 mi
  • Heinen's Fine Foods 0.9 mi
  • Sunset Foods 1.1 mi
  • Northcroft Park 0.8 mi
  • Everett Park 0.9 mi
  • Village of Bannockburn Open Space 1.2 mi
  • Danny Cunniff Park 1.2 mi
  • Waveland Park 1.6 mi
  • Starbucks 0.8 mi
  • Newport Coffee House 0.8 mi
  • Starbucks 1.2 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Apr 27, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
$4,700,000
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Listed by Jameson Sotheby's International Realty · Donna Mancuso
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