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1650 Green Bay Rd , Lake Bluff, IL 60044
$6,250,000
Est. Payment: $33,534.20/mo
7 Bed
9 Bath
7383 Sqft
9.36 Acres
Status: active | Days on site: 233
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House Description

On the market for the first time in nearly 50 years, the historic Phelps Kelley House is one of Lake Bluff's most significant estate properties. Designed in 1927 by noted Chicago architect Ambrose Cramer, a protege of David Adler, this Tudor Revival masterpiece was originally part of the historic "Stonebridge" estate. The 9.35-acre property is elegantly situated at the end of a long, private, tree-lined drive, and features a pond, rolling lawn, mature trees, gardens, a 7,383-square-foot main residence with meticulously preserved interiors, and a detached 5-car garage with a full coach house apartment above. Across five decades, one family has carefully stewarded the character of this home, preserving its original grandeur through its stone floors, carved millwork, wood paneling, intricate moldings, tall casement windows, and generous ceiling heights. Cramer carefully planned the floorplan for gracious living and entertaining. A grand entry leads to expansive formal living and dining rooms-each with fireplaces and French doors opening to an expansive terrace overlooking verdant gardens and the pool beyond. A paneled sunroom offers a quiet retreat with views of the grounds and lends itself perfectly to a sun-filled private office. Service areas are thoughtfully configured for ease: a large butler's pantry with extensive vintage cabinetry connects the dining room to the kitchen, which adjoins a sunlit breakfast room oriented toward the pool. A spacious family room provides yet another vantage point to appreciate the property's natural beauty. Additional first-floor conveniences include a large laundry room, back staircase, and discreet storage integrated throughout. Five bedrooms and six full baths complete the second floor, including a primary suite that functions as its own private wing with dual baths, multiple closets, and a dressing room rich with period character. Two additional bedrooms and 1.1 baths on the first floor offer ideal space for guests or multi-generational living. The lower level includes a powder bath and abundant storage space, but could also be converted into a future recreation room. The property's park-like grounds elevate the estate into a true retreat that feels worlds away. Outdoor amenities include a swimming pool, greenhouse, and a prior tennis court site that provides exceptional potential for a new court or custom outdoor recreation. Meandering paths encourage exploration, while open lawns and a broad terrace facilitate gatherings of any scale. Adding to the estate's pastoral charm, the current owners maintain beehives on the property for small-batch honey production. The greenhouse, beehives, and expanses of lawn and garden reinforce the feeling of escape that a private country estate provides while being only minutes from Lake Bluff's beloved community fabric: downtown's charming shops and dining, the Metra station, Sunrise Beach, highly rated schools, outstanding parks, and the town's renowned Fourth of July celebration. A once-in-a-generation offering, the Phelps Kelley House represents the finest expression of North Shore heritage. It is an estate in the truest sense, meticulously preserved and ready to begin its next chapter.

Highlights

Listed by Annie Royster Lenzke , 847-414-4045 and Jean Royster , (847) 219-5747 Coldwell Banker Realty , 847-234-8000. Midwest Real Estate Data mls logo

Property Type

Residential

Lot/Acreage
9.36

Year Built

1927

County

Lake

Area

Lake Bluff

School District

65

Listing ID

12527076

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Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
  • ▪ Bedrooms:7
  • ▪ Bathrooms:9
  • ▪ Full Bathrooms:7
  • ▪ 1/2 Bathrooms:2
Appliances:Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Trash Compactor, Gas Cooktop, Security System
Air Cond:Small Duct High Velocity
Fireplaces:Gas Log,Gas Starter
Floor:Hardwood
Basement:Unfinished,Full
Other:
  • ▪ Additional:1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Paneling
Water:Lake Michigan

Exterior Features

Lot:Landscaped,Mature Trees
Lot Dimensions:407386
Garage Capacity:5
Roof:Slate
Others:
  • ▪ Additional:Fire Pit
Sewer:Septic Tank
Parking Features:Asphalt,Circular Driveway,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Principal Interest
$33,534
Taxes
$4,611

Home Price

$6,250,000

Loan Details

30 yrs
7.08%

Down Payment

20%
$1,250,000
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Monthly Price:
$33,534.20

Principal

Taxes

Principal Taxes HOA Total
Monthly $33,534.20 $4,611.47 $0.00 $38,145.66
Yearly $402,410.35 $55,337.58 $0.00 $457,747.93
Total $12,072,310.45 $1,660,127.40 $0.00 $13,732,437.85
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