$3,422,500
SOLD OCT 16, 2024
7 Beds
12 Baths
10,025 Sq Ft
0.86 Acres

Recently Sold

$341 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • In Ground Pool
  • Multiple Garages
  • Indian Trail Elementary School Rated A
  • Sauna
  • Heated Floors

About This Home

As of October 2024

Unparalleled setting, location and design best describe this timeless Brick, Stucco and Limestone Estate, sited on nearly an acre of park-like property in coveted East Highland Park steps from Lake Michigan. This custom built home offers a blend of luxury and comfort with incredible attention to detail and craftmanship for well known North Shore builder, as his own residence. Upon arrival, a circular pebble and stone driveway welcome you to this exquisite home enhanced by a porte cochere and gated motor court leading to a heated 5-car Garage. World class Kitchen boasting custom cabinetry, a marble and walnut island, Viking and Wolf appliances, Traulsen Refrigerator/Freezer, a commercial walk-in Refrigerator along with Sub Zero drawers and many more amenities to excite any cook. Adjacent sun drenched Breakfast Room and the expansive Dining Room with wood burning Fireplace accommodate casual or formal dining. Spacious Family Room and the glorious Sun Room's beautiful French doors provide access to covered Patio overlooking Pool, Firepit and lushly landscaped property. Warm and handsome Den/Library, conveniently located Mud Room and Laundry Room and an additional Office completes the Main Floor. Private and tranquil Primary suite features a wood-burning Fireplace, two luxurious Baths, two custom walk-in closets, a walk-out balcony overlooking exquisite property and an additional 2nd floor Laundry Room. Four additional Bedroom Suites, a Seating Area and a hidden play area grace the 2nd floor. 3rd Floor features a Gym, Massage Room and Multi Purpose space perfect for Yoga, Meditation or children's Play Area. Walk-out Lower Level is a retreat in itself, featuring two additional guest Bedroom Suites and a Kitchen making for the perfect In-Law Suite, a large Recreation Room and Cabana Bath/Changing Area with convenient access to the 45' Heated Pool with Sun Shelf, Fountains and Slide. Elevator, whole house Generator, and an Irrigation System are just a few more of the many amenities offered. This exceptional property presents a rare and exciting opportunity that not only checks off all of the boxes but also goes above and beyond. It's the perfect time to start creating your own family memories at 86 Prospect Avenue!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Alberts

Compass License #471021581 Listed on: 06/19/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Tyler Gerber

Compass License #475179432

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $83,342

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 0.86 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 237x180
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 5 Car Attached Garage
  • Multiple Garages
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slate Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 10,025 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Bar Fridge
  • Dry Bar
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stubbed Gas Line For Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Blinds
  • Atrium Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library with Fireplace
  • Play Room
  • Storage Room
  • Sauna
  • Home Gym
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Indoor Grill
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors
  • Terracotta

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bidet
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Double Shower
  • Steam Shower
  • Garden Bath
  • European Shower
  • Shower Body Spray

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • 9 Foot Basement Ceiling Height
  • Sump Pump
  • Bedroom in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom
  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Air Purifier

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Pergola
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

  • Indian Trail Elementary School
  • Edgewood Middle School
  • Highland Park High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Powered By Gas
  • Electric Air Filter
  • Humidifier
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Multiple Water Heaters
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$83,342

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Parking

5

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Range Hood, Other, Gas Cooktop, Intercom, Gas Oven, Electric Oven, Wall Oven
  • Basement: Full, Walkout
  • Full Bathrooms: 9
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 12
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Masonry, More than one, Stubbed in Gas Line
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Sauna/Steam Room, Bar-Dry, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork, Atrium Door(s), Drapes/Blinds, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 10025
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, Intercom, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors, Fan-Attic Exhaust, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters, Security Cameras, Electronic Air Filters, Internet-Fiber, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Den, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Storage, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Play Room, Foyer, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access,9 ft + pour,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Storage Space
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Steam Shower,Bidet,Garden Tub,European Shower,Full Body Spray Shower,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Bedroom,Den/Library,Dining Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Other

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Patio, In Ground Pool, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 3495000
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Water View, Wooded, Garden, Outdoor Lighting, Views, Streetlights
  • OtherStructures: Pergola, Shed(s), Garage(s)
  • Roof: Slate
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Stucco,Stone,Limestone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 5
  • ParkingTotal: 5
  • Driveway: Gravel,Circular
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),Heated,Multiple Garages
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned, Gas
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Lake, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Indian Trail Elementary School
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Edgewood Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 112

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.86
  • Lot Dimensions: 237X180
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 83342
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2024
Closed on
Oct 14, 2024
Sold by
Declaration Of Trust Of Juli Lyn Jacobs and Jacobs Juli Lyn
Bought by
Trust Number 9002347063 and Chicago Title Land Trust
Seller's Agent
Beth Alberts
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Joe Tyler Gerber
Compass
List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$3,422,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$72,500
-2.07%
Views
206
Current Estimated Value
$3,425,393

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,893
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.90%
Original Mortgage
$2,738,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,676,700
Interest Rate
5.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$660,343

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2008
Sold by
Jacobs Keith and Jacobs Julie
Bought by
Jacobs Juli Lyn and Declaration Of Trust Of Juli L
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $3,422,500 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,738,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $3,000,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $2,000,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/16/2024 10/16/24 Sold $3,422,500 -2.1% $341 / Sq Ft
08/02/2024 08/02/24 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2024 06/19/24 For Sale $3,495,000 -- $349 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $97,731 $1,244,821 $103,023 $1,141,798
2023 $83,342 $1,122,067 $92,864 $1,029,203
2022 $83,342 $931,482 $102,016 $829,466
2021 $76,877 $900,418 $98,614 $801,804
2020 $74,388 $900,418 $98,614 $801,804
2019 $71,870 $896,206 $98,153 $798,053
2018 $74,521 $984,081 $108,912 $875,169
2017 $73,361 $978,406 $108,284 $870,122
2016 $70,793 $931,460 $103,088 $828,372
2015 $68,711 $865,428 $95,780 $769,648
2014 $71,109 $874,469 $85,518 $788,951
2012 $69,105 $879,571 $86,017 $793,554
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11961061

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-24-305-004