Listing provided courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices ChicagoMREDas Distributed by MLSGrid- MLS# 12419465 Sold by @properties Christie's International Real EstateMLS Provider

546 Lakeland DriveLake Bluff, IL 60044

Single Family · 5 Beds · 7 Full Baths · 1 Half Bath · 7,418 Sq. ft. | 1.39 Acres
$3,100,000 Closed
Closed on 6/25/2026

546 Lakeland Drive Overview

Visits:
124

Now ready for immediate occupancy, this stunning home in a fairy tale setting features gorgeous & private outdoor spaces, accented by stone garden walls, bluestone patios, and a spectacular diving pool with a hot tub. Within easy walking distance to everything that makes the Village of Lake Bluff so special, it's also located just minutes from Lake Forest High School, on a secluded cul de sac, only 2 homes from Lake Michigan. Custom-built in 2001, this iconic home is perfectly set on its 1.4-acre ravine property. With a walk-out finished lower level, a green house and a heated 4-car garage, it's a rare find! It has an impressive pedigree: designed & custom-built by for the current owners by noted architect / builder Rick Swanson, with the landscape & hardscape designed, built and maintained by award-winning Mariani Landscape, it combines the timeless craftsmanship of a North Shore estate with the modern technology and lower maintenance of newer construction. This 7,418 square foot home features 10-foot and vaulted ceilings on the first floor and 9-foot ceilings on the second floor. An elegant first floor bedroom suite can be a second primary suite, or a guest suite. The walkout lower level adds over 3,000 sf of living space and features a huge Rec Room opening to a private patio area overlooking a ravine., a large bar / kitchenette and fireplace, a spacious exercise room, a game area, a full bath and multiple storage rooms. Is this your lifestyle? Seize it now! NOTE: Property taxes were appealed and reduced over $20,000 for the 2025 tax bill, payable in 2026. The assessed value was reduced over $1 million -- from over $4.5M to $3,450,000.

Love this property?
Create a profile to receive updates on this property when it's back on the market!
View Map

546 Lakeland Drive Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 7,418
  • Price/Sq.ft. $418
  • Lot 1.39 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association Fee: $0.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None

School Information

  • School District: 115
  • Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Lake Bluff Middle School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School

Listing Information

  • Short Sale: Not Applicable

Building Information

  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2001

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Lake
  • MLS Area Major: Lake Bluff
  • Township: Shields

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: $74,796.28
  • Tax Year: 2025

General Information

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parcel Number: 12214020060000
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Special Listing Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Interior

Building Information

  • Approx. Total Finished SqFt.: 0
  • Disability Access: No
  • Total SqFt.: 0

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 4

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 7
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5

Building Interior

  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement,Bedroom,Dining Room

General Information

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Sub-Basement, Exterior Entry, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning,Gas Log,More than one
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Workshop
  • Laundry Features: Main Level,Upper Level,Multiple Locations
  • Living Area: 7418
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Rooms Total: 16

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • Parking Total: 4

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees, Views
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.39
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60554
  • Water Source: Public

Waterfront/View

  • Waterfront: No

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: English
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Limestone
  • Roof: Shake

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Room Information

Room: Bedroom 5

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 21X15

Room: Breakfast Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 20X14

Room: Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 19X15

Room: Family Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 25X20

Room: Foyer

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 26X21

Room: Heated Sun Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 22X11

Room: Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 15X15

Room: Library

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 18X15

Room: Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 19X15

Room: Other Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 18X7

Room: Bedroom 2

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 15X13

Room: Bedroom 3

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 16X13

Room: Bedroom 4

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 18X15

Room: Bonus Room

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 33X22

Room: Laundry

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 11X8

Room: Master Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 25X19

Room: Sitting Room

  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 17X15

Room: Exercise Room

  • Level: Walkout Basement
  • Dimensions: 23X15

Room: Family Room - Down

  • Level: Walkout Basement
  • Dimensions: 47X25

546 Lakeland Drive Neighborhood

Community

60044 (Lake Bluff) Demographics

43
Median Age
1,134
Population Density (per sq. mile)
73%
College Educated
$98,080
Estimated Median Income
2,780
Estimated Total Home Owners
1,504
Estimated Total Renters
65% / 35%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

546 Lakeland Drive Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$1,098,278
Average List Price
$443
Average Price per Square Foot
19
Properties Sold
62
Average Days on Market
42
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

546 Lakeland Drive History

Date Event Value Agent
6/25/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Closed
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent
6/17/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Pending
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent
5/29/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Contingent
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent
5/23/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Active
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent
5/18/2026Source: MRED Price Reduction
$3,250,000 -5.8%
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent
5/18/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Price Change
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent
7/31/2025Source: MRED Added to Database
July 14, 2025
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent
7/31/2025Source: MRED Status Change
Active
Deborah Fischer
Listing Agent