Located in the coveted Belle Avenue Historic District, this extraordinary estate sits on 2.3 acres of manicured grounds with sweeping lake views. Fully renovated and expanded, the residence blends timeless elegance with modern luxury for a truly one-of-a-kind offering. This five-bedroom, eight full and one half bath home showcases craftsmanship of the highest caliber, including a brick exterior, slate tile roof, extensive millwork, crown moldings, built-ins, hardwood floors, expansive windows, soaring ceilings and graciously scaled rooms. No detail was spared in the complete gut renovation and thoughtful addition that restored and elevated this classic beauty. A welcoming foyer leads to a grand living room, perfect for entertaining, with a limestone fireplace, custom built-ins and a wet bar. The living room opens to a light-filled sunroom with three sets of floor-to-ceiling sliders, seamlessly connecting to multiple outdoor entertaining spaces with endless lake views. A formal dining room with herringbone wood floors, custom wallpaper and a crystal chandelier adjoins to a butler's pantry featuring two wine fridges, custom cabinetry and marble counters. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper, with bespoke inset white wood cabinetry, Quartzite counters, decorative marble backsplash, oversized island with prep sink and seating, professional-grade appliances and a walk-in pantry. A spacious eat-in area has 2 sets of sliders that lead to the bluestone patios. The kitchen opens to a large sunken family room that is a perfect gathering spot for family and friends. Additional highlights of the main level include a sophisticated powder room, mudroom with slate flooring and built-ins, full bath, package receiving room and heated three-car garage. Upstairs, the primary suite is a private sanctuary with a cozy sitting area, custom built-ins, dual walk-in closets and a spa-like marble bath featuring vaulted ceilings, a soaking tub, expansive shower, and breathtaking lake views. Four additional bedrooms each include luxury en-suite baths and walk-in closets with custom built-ins. A second-floor laundry with two washer/dryer sets plus a coffee/bar station on the landing outside the family bedrooms add delightful convenience. The third floor, with its vaulted ceiling and abundant natural light, offers a large bonus room with wet bar, office space, home gym/Pilates studio and full bath. The lower level provides flexible living space with a recreation room, game room, sitting area, guest bath and extensive storage. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with bluestone patios, a stone fire pit, built-in bar with seating and pristine landscaping overlooking the ravine and lake. This property combines unmatched craftsmanship, spectacular grounds and iconic lakefront vistas-all within close proximity to the lakefront, schools and town. This is a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind stately residence on a stunning property.
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$6,750,000
117 Belle Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
5beds
8,186sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$49,650/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
2.31 Acres Lot
$6,107,300 Zestimate®
$825/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Limestone fireplaceBrick exteriorSoaring ceilingsCrown moldingsHeated three-car garageSweeping lake viewsExpansive windows
- 177 days |
- 2,569 |
- 111 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Beth Wexler 312-446-6666,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Amy Dowell,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12455514
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Sun Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Bonus Room, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Game Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 441 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes, Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes, Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 546 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X26
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 943 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X41
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X19
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X19
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Third
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X17
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes, Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X30
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X21
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X24
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 621 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X23
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X21
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Upper Level, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Panel Door(s)
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 8,186 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Fire Pit
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Front of Property, Side(s) of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Front of Property,Side(s) of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
Lot
- Size: 2.31 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 16232070470000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Highland Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $825/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,324,009
- Annual tax amount: $64,502
- Date on market: 2/16/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
$6,107,300
$5.80M - $6.41M
$4,976/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,750,000$825/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12455514 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2026 | Contingent | $6,750,000$825/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12455514 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,750,000+87.5%$825/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12455514 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2001 | Sold | $3,600,000$440/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $64,502 +6.5% | $821,610 +6.1% |
| 2023 | $60,548 -3.2% | $774,592 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $62,537 +11.6% | $698,208 -0.3% |
| 2021 | $56,018 +3.3% | $700,443 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $54,204 +3.6% | $677,084 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $52,330 -6.8% | $673,917 -12.9% |
| 2018 | $56,171 | $774,164 +3.1% |
| 2017 | $56,171 +11% | $750,549 +5% |
| 2016 | $50,599 -20% | $714,537 +7.6% |
| 2015 | $63,260 +1.6% | $663,883 -16.1% |
| 2014 | $62,247 +37.8% | $791,087 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $45,158 -7.4% | $795,702 +20.6% |
| 2011 | $48,785 -13% | $659,800 -23.2% |
| 2010 | $56,091 +2.7% | $859,202 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $54,617 +3.1% | $910,558 -1% |
| 2008 | $52,981 +18.4% | $919,756 +4.7% |
| 2006 | $44,758 +5.5% | $878,049 |
| 2005 | $42,433 +9.9% | -- |
| 2004 | $38,623 +6.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $36,403 -4% | -- |
| 2002 | $37,939 +1.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $37,328 +10.7% | $552,043 +17.6% |
| 2000 | $33,711 | $469,569 |
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Neighborhood: 60035
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Indian Trail Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Edgewood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Highland Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Indian Trail Elementary School
- Middle: Edgewood Middle School
- High: Highland Park High School
- District: 112
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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