This finely crafted beach home could NEVER be built for this price today set on 1.5 acres by top shelf luxe builder Mike Wojcik and Marvin Herman Architecture. Equipped with an elevator to all floors, this finely crafted masterpiece delivers the ultimate living experience with floor to ceiling picture windows that allow the backdrop of panoramic lake views to radiate throughout. Sensational level of build quality throughout: detailed door casings & moldings, chestnut wide plank floors, gorgeous neutral stones & white marbles, all accented with meticulous trim carpentry. Chef's kitchen overlooks the entire first floor w/nooked in breakfast booth, butcher block w/ soapstone countertops, Ann Sacks tile work & Waterworks sink. Fully accented w/ huge walk-in pantry, mudroom w/command center, 2nd bath (full), laundry (2nd) & 3 car garage. Let the the elevator whisk you up to the the ultimate primary suite equipped with Holly Hunt automatic window treatments, a crisp 5 star hotel level white Statuary marble bath, lounge & bedroom area with endless blue views of the water. 3 other family beds w/ Ann Sacks ensuite baths share a gathering family room with adjoining deck to relax in the hot tub. Current owners took this house one step further by adding a coach house that seamlessly blends with main house as if this structure as always been here. Beautiful breezeway accenting with matching porch swings signals a welcoming transition to a spectacular coach house with commercial level 3 car garage w/custom auto body shelving & cabinetry, epoxy flooring, & custom silent garage doors. Separate entrance with staircase up to a full 2nd floor in law suite with workout area. This lakefront destination makes living easy & convenient as town is only a quick 10 min picturesque walk. Added bonus.. newly completed reengineered bluff & all re-landscaped to perfection by Bill Eiserman. Hands down the BEST lakefront value in the North Shore now at this price.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Year Built: 1995
Living Area: 9,000 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Interior: Hot Tub, Bar-Dry, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Some Window Treatment
Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 6
Total Bedroom Count: 5
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Waterfront: Beach, Lake Front, Lake Access
Exterior: Balcony, Patio, Hot Tub, Dog Run, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Breezeway
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 6 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Beach, Waterfront, Landscaped, Trees, Outdoor Lighting, Views
Lot Size: 1.54 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Highland Park High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Indian Trail Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Sheridan to Laurel, Laurel to Prospect
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $5,250,000
Price Per SqFt: $583/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $94,759
Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $4.5M more than the Median Sold Price and $331/SqFt more than other homes in Highland Park, IL.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: MRED
MLS Number: #11973312
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Office Phone: (847) 881-0200
Listing Agent: Jena Radnay
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Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
5
/10
Indian Trail Elementary School
2075 Saint Johns Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.78 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
High School
7
/10
Highland Park High School
433 Vine Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.94 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
5
/10
Indian Trail Elementary School
2075 Saint Johns Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.78 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Ravinia Elementary School
763 Dean Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.36 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
5
/10
Oak Terrace Elementary School
240 Prairie Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.79 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Edgewood Middle School
929 Edgewood Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.37 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
5
/10
Northwood Jr High School
945 North Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.35 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Alan B Shepard Middle School
440 Grove Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.81 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
7
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Highland Park High School
433 Vine Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.94 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
10
/10
Deerfield High School
1959 Waukegan Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.53 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
10
/10
Glenbrook North High School
2300 Shermer Rd
Distance between this listing and this school5.65 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $159,302. Residents of Highland Park, IL typically earn $200k+ each year. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 55 Prospect Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 55 Prospect Ave property is $5,250,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 55 Prospect Ave is a house located in Highland Park, Illinois, 60035.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 55 Prospect Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 55 Prospect Ave are: Indian Trail Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10Highland Park High School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $94,759 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on October 16, 2006 for $5,000,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 55 Prospect Ave has 5 bedrooms and 6 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 55 Prospect Ave is 9,000 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 55 Prospect Ave is 1995.
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This home is located at 55 Prospect Ave in Highland Park, IL and zip code 60035 in the J. M. Clarks neighborhood. This 9,000 square foot home, which was built in 1995, sits on a 1.54 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $5,250,000.
In March 2024 more than 8 listings in Highland Park, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 20 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Highland Park, IL increased by 9.3% between February 2024 and March 2024. Listings spent 24 days on the market in March 2024, and had a median list price of $661,133 during the same period.
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