379 Bridle Lane, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045


$2,050,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 6,700
Cost/Sqft: $336
Beds: 6
Baths: 8
Year Built: 1988
Property Taxes: $28,674
Days On Market: 257
Lot Size: 1,38
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Description

This fabulous home exudes grandeur and charm! Sitting on 1.38 gorgeous acres, this beautiful home was designed and built by Gene Martin and features new finishes, lovely architectural details, a new furnace (2024), a new roof and flashings (to be installed March 2025), intricate millwork, hardwood and stone flooring, high ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. There is a 1st floor bedroom w/ full bath, 5 bedroom suites on the 2nd floor and 1 or 2 bedrooms in the lower level, 6 full and 2 half baths and 4 gas start/gas log fireplaces. The grand foyer, with formal powder room, is flanked by an elegant dining room with wainscoting and a generous living room with exquisite gas fireplace w/ marble surround, a large bay window, door to the library and is open to an inviting sunroom with three walls of arched windows. The expansive gourmet kitchen has top of the line appliances, stone counters, a huge center island with seating for 6, walk-in pantry, wine closet, breakfast area with French doors to the back deck, and is open to the large family room with beautiful stone fireplace and another set of French doors to the lush backyard. Off the family room is a beautiful library with an onyx marble surround gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves. The back hall leads to a large mudroom with slate flooring and custom built-ins, a door to the oversized three-car garage, service entrance door, door to the backyard and a bright separate laundry room with built-in cabinetry. Also on this floor is a lovely bedroom, a full bath and the back staircase. The second floor has a huge primary suite with a sitting area with fireplace, large bath w/ separate water closet, walk in shower, jetted tub, and a huge walk-in closet. There are also 4 additional bedrooms, 2 large en-suite bedrooms, and 2 large bedrooms w/ a shared bath. The third floor is a hidden gem with a plush home theatre w/ custom seating for 12, a concessions area, billiards area, handsome half bath and a private office w/ built-in bookshelves. The full lower level has 1 bedroom, 1 exercise room, a large recreation room, kitchen area, full bath, a large storage room and mechanical room with space for additional storage. The circular drive leads to a large parking area on the side of the house near the oversized three-car attached garage. The deck has plenty of room for entertaining, grilling and enjoying the beautiful sunsets. The professionally landscaped property features lovely plantings, gardens and mature trees throughout. New carpet in several rooms, fresh neutral paint finishes throughout much of the interior of the home. Exterior painted in 2024. This residence has been meticulously cared for and improved by the current owners and is a must see! Move right in and enjoy all that this amazing home has to offer!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1988
No
1.38
Lake
0 / Not Applicable
12282348
16054100010000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Cherokee Elementary School
67
Middle School
Deer Path Middle School
67 Not in DB
High School
Lake Forest High School
115 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
1 Jun, 2009 Sold $2,000,000 MRED MLS
25 Feb, 2009 Under contract $2,195,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $2,594,000 MRED MLS
18 May, 2007 Listed for sale $3,995,000 MRED MLS
15 May, 2025 Sold $2,050,000 MRED MLS
20 Feb, 2025 Under contract $2,249,000 MRED MLS
10 Feb, 2025 Listed for sale $2,249,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 7
Bedrooms Above Ground: 6
Bedrooms Below Ground: 1
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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 8
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Bidet
Bathroom in Basement: 1
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Other Specifics

3
255X244X279X209
Finished,Full,Interior Stair
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2009 $21,022
2025 $28,674

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