Veterans United Realty
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1120 Grandview Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$975,000 Asking Price

4 beds
3 baths
2,406  sqft
Built in 1967

This is an absolutely stunning, one-of-a-kind, organic modern home designed by the home's original owner, Robert Rasmussen. Bob was an apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright for a time, and took Wright's teachings about organic architecture to heart, as evidenced by this amazing mid-century modern home. Built primarily of uncoursed limestone and glass, the home features very few right angles, Rasmussen opting instead for graceful curves that sweep the house along its lot, partially set into the ground upon which the house was built, making it appear as a rocky outcropping on the terrain. Inside, wonder and delight abound, as you're surrounded by what seems like acres of walnut used for cabinetry, paneling, built-in furniture and trim, volumes of main-level storage, a feature fireplace, built-in and custom-designed furniture, a round kitchen still showcasing some original appliances and gorgeous original tile, and so much more. Down the hallway to the private areas of the home, a twin convertible bedroom features mirror-image sleeping rooms, built-in desks & wardrobes, followed by a Primary Suite with an absolutely incredible en-suite bathroom with sunken, terrazzo tub/shower and more original tile, fixtures & finishes. A study / fourth bedroom sits at the end of the private wing, and throughout the house, endless windows - with their original Knoll fabric window treatments - follow the curves of the house from front to back, and along the covered patio area outside. A beautiful, gently-rolling lot cradles the home, with mature trees along the perimeter on two sides, and more peppered throughout. Saved from possible destruction after the architect / owner passed away by neighbors who are mid-century modern architecture fans and preservationists, the home is now available for the first time ever on the public market to whoever desires to be the next stewards of this fantastic residence - complete with original plans, style guide created by Bob and his wife, June, and more. The lower level features the 2-car garage and plenty of flexible finished space including a large rec room with a curved bar and an alcove that could be used as a bar, TV area and more; remodeled powder room; and workshop / studio space. Additionally, you'll find a "wine cellar" or storage area, and another storage room (originally designed as a tornado shelter). The home features new HVAC systems as of 2024, and numerous other important and valuable recent updates. Located across the street from the prestigious Old Elm Club, and just a 1/2 mile from the Metra station, Openlands Lakeshore Preserve, Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve and the Robert McClory Bike Path, just 5 minutes from Lake Michigan, and served by highly-rated Lake Forest schools, this is indeed a rare opportunity to purchase such a remarkable residence in a beautiful setting & neighborhood, and with so much so close by. The property is being sold as-is including original and custom furniture pieces.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
November 11, 2024 — 3 days ago
Listing Office:
Baird & Warner, Lou Zucaro (312-907-4085)
Office Phone:
312-907-4085
MLS ID:
12199707

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Some Carpeting, Some Wood Floors, Dining Combo, Paneling
Rooms:
Recreation Room, Workshop
Appliances:
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood, Other
Dining:
Combined w/ LivRm
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Gas Log, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Glass,Stone, Patio, Shed(s)
Style:
Ranch, Other
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Other
General:
1 Story, Concrete Perimeter

Location

HOA Amenities:
Street Paved, Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
67
County:
Lake

Lot

Zoning:
16092130100000

Utilities

Utilities:
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
Baird & Warner, Lou Zucaro

About Lake Forest, IL

Housing

Number of Units
8,051
Median Home Value
$804,554
Median Rent
$1,603

15.54% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.67% are vacant.

Commute

Car
41.71%
Public Transportation
8.26%
Walk to Work
2.20%
Work from Home
46.14%
Other
1.11%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
20,699
Median Age
47.20
Median Household Size
2.67

Education

High School
6.26%
Associate’s Degree
3.18%
Bachelor’s Degree
39.38%
Graduate Degree
40.33%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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