This lakeshore legacy property is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to establish your multi-generational family compound in the idyllic town of Lake Bluff, Illinois. This 27-acre property with its polo fields and equestrian stables with 13 stalls rivaling Wellington, and 700 feet of private Lake Michigan beach access for boating, is reserved for the discerning buyer who wants the best of both worlds: a luxurious country estate and the convenience of access to metropolitan living. Just 35 miles north of Chicago's 22 Michelin Star restaurants, world-class museums including art by Suerat, O'Keeffe and Van Gogh, and the largest heliport in North America, Lakeshore Legacy boasts of the seclusion and security of a private oasis. The sprawling estate has the ambiance of Europe with a tree-lined gravel drive, in-ground pool, tennis court, and nearby access to the prestigious Shore Acres Country Club. The marquee home features a stunningly renovated primary suite and handcrafted millwork making this six bedroom, six full and two half bath home the perfect retreat to enjoy unobstructed Lake Michigan sunrises. Both formal and informal gardens accentuate the beauty of the land. Impressive architectural details abound including a captivating two-story entryway with iron railings, custom chef's kitchen with commercial grade appliances and sunny eat-in area, all in a meticulously maintained one-owner home that strikes the perfect balance between opulence and comfort. Establish your lakeshore legacy: World class and a world away. *PLEASE DO NOT ENTER CRAB TREE FARM LANE WITHOUT PERMISSION, AS IT IS PRIVATE PROPERTY.*
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$11,250,000
700 Crab Tree Ln, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
6beds
9,990sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
26.62 Acres Lot
$10,171,100 Zestimate®
$1,126/sqft
$6,944 Estimated rent
Home value
$10,171,100
$8.44M - $12.31M
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In-ground poolPolo fieldsUnobstructed lake michigan sunrisesImpressive architectural detailsTree-lined gravel driveRenovated primary suiteSunny eat-in area
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Andra O'Neill 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12447660
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X22
Bedroom 6
- Level: Basement
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X22
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X22
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X25
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X23
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X18
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 646 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X34
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 578 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X34
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 13,544
- Total interior livable area: 9,990 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,540
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Back of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Back of Property
Lot
- Size: 26.62 Acres
Details
- Additional parcels included: 12164020020000
- Parcel number: 12164020010000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Limestone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Water Rights
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | Sold | $11,250,000-29.2%$1,126/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12447660 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $15,900,000$1,592/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12447660 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Listing removed | $15,900,000$1,592/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11835400 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2025 | Price change | $15,900,000-20.1%$1,592/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11835400 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2024 | Price change | $19,900,000-13.1%$1,992/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11835400 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $22,900,000+76.2%$2,292/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11835400 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11754713 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $12,999,000-6.5%$1,301/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11754713 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11426516 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $13,900,000$1,391/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11426516 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11324729 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $13,900,000$1,391/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11324729 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2022 | Contingent | $13,900,000$1,391/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11324729 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2022 | Listed for sale | $13,900,000$1,391/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11324729 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11174124 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2021 | Price change | $13,900,000-6.7%$1,391/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11174124 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $14,900,000$1,491/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10981075 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $131,063 +11.2% | $1,951,259 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $117,836 +3.6% | $1,798,727 +8% |
| 2021 | $113,742 +2.2% | $1,665,729 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $111,257 +3.7% | $1,660,495 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $107,284 -18.8% | $1,630,014 -17.5% |
| 2018 | $132,164 | $1,975,124 -3.3% |
| 2017 | $132,164 +4.3% | $2,042,838 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $126,658 +2.9% | $1,944,449 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $123,057 +521.7% | $1,830,931 +5.8% |
| 2014 | $19,794 -82.3% | $1,729,745 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $111,839 -6.2% | $1,744,749 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $119,258 -0.8% | $1,926,650 -9.2% |
| 2010 | $120,277 +2.2% | $2,122,736 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $117,651 +0.5% | $2,318,156 -2% |
| 2008 | $117,027 +4.5% | $2,364,500 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $111,971 +12.6% | $2,300,993 |
| 2005 | $99,423 +24.9% | -- |
| 2004 | $79,575 +12.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $70,601 +3.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $68,306 +10% | -- |
| 2001 | $62,092 +2.9% | $1,169,759 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $60,347 | $1,107,742 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Middle: Lake Bluff Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 65
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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- 60044
- 700 Crab Tree Ln
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