Seller's Agent in 2024
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 686-4886
51 in this area
781 Total Sales
1955 Shore Acres Dr Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Estimated Value: $3,684,000 - $5,378,662
5
Beds
9.5
Baths
14,724
Sq Ft
$326/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Lake Front
- Beach Access
- Indoor Pool
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Second Kitchen
- Home Theater
About This Home
As of February 2024Experience the epitome of private resort living in Shoreacres Golf Club, one of Lake Bluff's most exclusive areas. Awaiting you: a historic lakefront property poised on 4.8 magical acres with a private beach and a separate guest house. The main residence, a meticulously renovated colonial-style manse of over 14,700 square feet with attached garage space for 8+ cars, stands as a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. The current owners breathed new life into the classic estate, which was built in 1941 for Hadley Richardson Hemingway, the first wife of Ernest Hemingway, and their son Jack. A grand circular drive and gardens usher you into the property's private wooded embrace with peekaboo views of the lake in the distance. Abundant light and lake views flood nearly every room of the residence, revealing the grandeur within. The floorplan, modernized for today's lifestyles, offers multiple spaces for entertaining several generations of friends and family at once - all with seamless flow to the majestic lakefront surroundings. Embodying the private resort spirit is a very large indoor pool and spa, a 2-story sports court, multiple outdoor entertaining areas and balconies with lake views plus a finished basement with theatre, bar, and full kitchen. A gracious office, a private guest bedroom or au pair suite (or second office) above the kitchen, a bonus room, three hotel-like guest bedroom suites, and an inspiring primary suite with a private deck overlooking the lake create endless flexibility. A thoughtful blend of custom built-ins, fine millwork, hardwood and porcelain flooring, and quality materials and finishes by Naperville-based Smithe Design Team lend an air of timelessness that can be traced back to the great lakefront estates of the past. Meanwhile, a wealth of contemporary features such as an elevator, first and second floor laundry rooms, motorized blinds, and a smart home automation system provide the 21-century comforts. No detail has been overlooked - not even outdoors. You'll be forever drawn to the beautifully manicured grounds and gardens, where an outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower, multiple patios, fenced areas, and a newly installed tram and stairs take you down to over 260 feet of private expansive sandy beachfront with a massive deck and built-in grill. Your exclusive retreat has arrived in this unparalleled Lake Bluff offering.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475122904 Listed on: 08/18/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $44,277
Year Built
- Built in 1941 | Remodeled in 2022
Lot Details
- 4.88 Acre Lot
- Lake Front
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 10 Car Attached Garage
- Multiple Garages
- Tandem Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Space is Owned
Interior Spaces
- 14,724 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Elevator
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Dry Bar
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Beamed Ceilings
- Coffered Ceiling
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Game Room
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Water Views
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Porcelain Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Basement Storage
Pool
- Indoor Pool
- In Ground Pool
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Access To Lake
- Balcony
- Rooftop Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Schools
- Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Lake Bluff Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Two Heating Systems
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Power Generator
- Well
- Multiple Water Heaters
- Water Softener is Owned
- Private or Community Septic Tank
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 18, 2023
Closed on
Feb 13, 2024
Sold by
Claude J Marbach J and Claude Nichole N
Bought by
Trust Agreement 80023937529
Seller's Agent
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$6,750,000
Sold Price
$5,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,600,000
-23.7%
Views
645
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$342,779
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.35%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 17, 2021
Closed on
Dec 29, 2021
Sold by
Louis Goldberg Andrew and Louis Diana
Bought by
Marbach Claude J and Marbach Nichole R
Seller's Agent
Dominick Clarizio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
LaRae Mudd
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
List Price
$4,500,000
Sold Price
$4,023,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$476,500
-10.59%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.17%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 29, 2020
Closed on
Dec 11, 2020
Sold by
Citimortgage Inc
Bought by
Goldberg Andrew Louis and Goldberg Diana
Seller's Agent
Christopher Hoelz
RE/MAX Plaza
Buyer's Agent
Dominick Clarizio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$2,499,900
Sold Price
$1,610,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$889,900
-35.6%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
137.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,127,000
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2014
Sold by
Michael Susan
Bought by
1955 Fcb Corp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2012
Sold by
The Armenian Church
Bought by
Michael Susan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 22, 2007
Sold by
Michael Susan
Bought by
Armenian Church Of Lake Bluff
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 2003
Sold by
Grinter Donald W and Grinter Lori I
Bought by
Michael Susan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,750,000
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 1994
Sold by
Gedge Charles H and Gedge Jone R
Bought by
Grinter Donald W and Grinter Lori I
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
7.32%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trust Agreement 80023937529 | $5,150,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Marbach Claude J | $4,023,500 | Proper Title | |
| Goldberg Andrew Louis | $1,610,000 | Attorneys Ttl Guaranty Fund | |
| 1955 Fcb Corp | -- | None Available | |
| Michael Susan | -- | None Available | |
| Armenian Church Of Lake Bluff | -- | None Available | |
| Michael Susan | $3,000,000 | -- | |
| Grinter Donald W | $858,333 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Goldberg Andrew Louis | $1,127,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michael Susan | $2,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michael Susan | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michael Susan | $4,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michael Susan | $3,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michael Susan | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michael Susan | $3,750,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grinter Donald W | $475,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grinter Donald W | $650,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2024 02/22/24 | Sold | $5,150,000 | -14.1% | $350 / Sq Ft |
| 01/19/2024 01/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/24/2023 10/24/23 | Price Changed | $5,995,000 | -5.2% | $407 / Sq Ft |
| 09/26/2023 09/26/23 | Price Changed | $6,325,000 | -6.3% | $430 / Sq Ft |
| 08/18/2023 08/18/23 | For Sale | $6,750,000 | +67.8% | $458 / Sq Ft |
| 12/29/2021 12/29/21 | Sold | $4,023,500 | -10.6% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 12/03/2021 12/03/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/17/2021 08/17/21 | For Sale | $4,500,000 | +179.5% | $255 / Sq Ft |
| 12/07/2020 12/07/20 | Sold | $1,610,000 | -28.4% | $127 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2020 10/30/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/25/2020 08/25/20 | Price Changed | $2,250,000 | -10.0% | $178 / Sq Ft |
| 07/29/2020 07/29/20 | For Sale | $2,499,900 | -- | $197 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $53,064 | $783,596 | $642,458 | $141,138 |
| 2023 | $44,277 | $722,341 | $592,236 | $130,105 |
| 2022 | $44,277 | $617,031 | $505,894 | $111,137 |
| 2021 | $37,856 | $536,613 | $501,531 | $35,082 |
| 2020 | $98,838 | $916,575 | $504,305 | $412,270 |
| 2019 | $98,833 | $1,452,082 | $495,048 | $957,034 |
| 2018 | $110,215 | $1,608,259 | $553,472 | $1,054,787 |
| 2017 | $112,139 | $1,635,797 | $598,642 | $1,037,155 |
| 2016 | $107,667 | $1,557,013 | $569,810 | $987,203 |
| 2015 | $104,335 | $1,466,114 | $536,544 | $929,570 |
| 2014 | $96,501 | $1,326,444 | $367,371 | $959,073 |
| 2012 | $89,847 | $1,337,951 | $370,558 | $967,393 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dawn McKenna
-
Dominick Clarizio
Seller's Agent in 2021
Dominick Clarizio
@ Properties
(847) 910-0733
4 in this area
256 Total Sales
-
Judie Fiandaca
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Judie Fiandaca
@ Properties
(847) 833-0517
2 in this area
107 Total Sales
-
LaRae Mudd
Buyer's Agent in 2021
LaRae Mudd
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
(630) 699-9091
1 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Christopher Hoelz
Seller's Agent in 2020
Christopher Hoelz
RE/MAX Plaza
(847) 921-8605
1 in this area
81 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11853353
APN: 12-09-401-002
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