1650 Green Bay Road, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
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1650 Green Bay Road,Lake Bluff, IL 60044
$6,250,000
- 7 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 7,383 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: annie royster lenzke, jean royster
Office: coldwell banker realty
MLS#:12527076
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$6,250,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$846.54
About this home
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.
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Home facts
- Year built:1927
- Listing ID #:12527076
- Added:3 day(s) ago
- Updated:March 06, 2026 at 11:55 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:9
- Full bathrooms:7
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:13
- Dining Description:Breakfast Room, Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:7,383 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Radiator(s)
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Slate
- Year built:1927
- Building area:7,383 sq. ft.
- Lot area:9.36 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped, Mature Trees
- Exterior Features:Fire Pit
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Lake Forest High School
- Middle school:Lake Bluff Middle School
- Elementary school:Lake Bluff Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$6,250,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$846.54
- Tax amount:$54,383 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Security System
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