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Highland Park, IL 60035,215 Prospect AVE
Highland Park, IL 60035,215 Prospect AVE
Highland Park, IL 60035,215 Prospect AVE
Highland Park, IL 60035,215 Prospect AVE
Highland Park, IL 60035,215 Prospect AVE
Highland Park, IL 60035,215 Prospect AVE
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Sarah Leonard

The Sarah Leonard Team

+1(224) 239-3966
$ 1,875,000
Est. payment | /mo

6 Beds

6.5 Baths

5,000 SqFt

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$ 1,875,000
Est. payment | /mo
Save

6 Beds

6.5 Baths

5,000 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,000 sqft

Price per Sqft $375

Subdivision East Highland Park

MLS Listing ID 12518546

Style English,Prairie,Other

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 6

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1901

Annual Tax Amount $43,650

Tax Year 2024

Lot Dimensions 135X342.37X105.89X342.37

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Thornycote a 1901 English Arts and Crafts masterpiece by Howard Van Doren Shaw, is a home where craftsmanship, harmony, and grace still define daily life. Set on over an acre of lush, landscaped land near Lake Michigan, this residence invites admiration and offers a sense of place within its storied past. A handsome foyer introduces the home's refined proportions and the richness of its historic woodwork and integrity. Every detail reveals Shaw's thoughtful design, from the formal living room centered around a commanding wood-burning fireplace to the spacious family room that opens onto a generous terrace. The gracious dining room flows seamlessly into a bright sunroom-ideal for morning light or evening relaxation. A library, timeless and rich in character, offers quiet retreat, while the renovated kitchen-complete with custom cabinetry, butler's pantry, coffee bar, and mudroom-blends modern convenience with historic charm. An extra-wide staircase leads to the second floor, where the primary suite serves as a private haven with an adjoining sitting / dressing room, a wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious, updated bath overlooking the grounds. Two additional large bedrooms share a full bath and connect to a cozy sitting room, perfect for reading or play. A second-floor laundry adds ease to the home's elegant functionality. The commodious third floor provides remarkable flexibility with four bedrooms, two full baths, and a large bonus room suited for a playroom, home office, media lounge, or studio. Beyond the main residence, a 1,600-square-foot coach house is a rare opportunity with four garage bays, a two-bedroom suite, and a conference room overlooking stunning ravine views framed by two stone bridges-a setting where work, creativity, and nature coexist. Every corner of Thornycote reveals a story: a hidden speakeasy behind a mirrored door, secret gardens, and pathways designed for exploration. Just steps from downtown Highland Park's shops, restaurants, library, and train, this landmark residence blends architectural heritage with modern comfort-an enduring expression of Shaw's artistry brought gracefully into the present.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Highland Park

Rooms

Basement Exterior Entry, Other, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Full, Walk-Out Access

Interior

Interior Features Sauna, In-Law Floorplan, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Pantry

Heating Radiator(s)

Cooling Small Duct High Velocity, Wall Unit(s)

Flooring Hardwood, Carpet

Fireplaces Number 3

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning

Equipment Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn

Fireplace Y

Appliance Double Oven, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop

Laundry Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink

Exterior

Garage Spaces 4.0

Community Features Street Paved

Roof Type Shake

Building

Lot Description Landscaped, Wooded

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Shingle Siding, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

Level or Stories 3 Stories, Coach House

Structure Type Shingle Siding

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Indian Trail Elementary School

Middle Schools Edgewood Middle School

High Schools Highland Park High School

School District 112 , 112, 113

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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Listed by Keith Goad of  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago 

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