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51 S Mayflower Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

51 S Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — exterior front view
51 S Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — exterior view
51 S Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 — exterior view

51 S Mayflower Road

Lake Forest, IL

$2,495,000

ActiveMLS #MRD12618302

51 S Mayflower Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$2,495,000

List Price

5

Bedrooms

6

Bathrooms

6,404

Sq Ft

$390

/ Sq Ft

About This Property

Designed by David Adler as the coach house for the historic Centaurs estate in 1928, the Tower House remains one of Lake Forest's most celebrated architectural icons set near the shores of Lake Michigan. The five-story Italianate-style residence overlooks nearly an acre of private, wooded grounds, culminating in the famous tower, which features expansive views of the lake and the surrounding estate. The property is currently owned by acclaimed designer Kara Mann, who has meticulously designed pl...

Property Details

Key Facts

Overview
Property TypeResidential
Bedrooms5
Bathrooms6 full, 1 half
Square Feet6,404
Price / Sq Ft$390
Days on Market55
Building
Style4+ Stories
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.8789 Acres
CountyLake
RoomLevel
Bedroom 5Fourth
Breakfast RoomMain
OfficeMain
LibraryFourth
Sitting RoomSecond
FoyerMain
Utility Room-Lower LevelBasement
StorageBasement
TerraceFourth
Other RoomFourth
Bedroom 2Main
Bedroom 3Second
Bedroom 4Third
Dining RoomMain
Family RoomMain
KitchenMain
LaundrySecond
Living RoomMain
Master BedroomSecond
HeatingSteam, Zoned, Radiant Floor
CoolingSmall Duct High Velocity, Wall Unit(s), Zoned
BasementUnfinished, Concrete, Partial
FlooringHardwood
Garage Spaces2
IncludedRange, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
ExteriorBrick, Stucco
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
RoofTile
Patio/PorchDeck, Patio
Garage Spaces2
Parking Spaces2
WaterLake Michigan
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot Size0.8789 Acres
Lot Dimensions38285
Lot FeaturesIrregular Lot, Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Views
MLS #MRD12618302
Days on Market55
List DateMay 8, 2026
StatusActive
Annual Taxes$36,086
Listing Courtesy OfColdwell Banker Realty

Listed for sale

MLS #MRD12618302

$2,495,000

May 9, 2026

Mortgage Estimate

$15,623

/month
Principal & Interest
$12,616
Property Taxes
$3,007
20% · $499,000
6.5%

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Listing data is provided in part by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate and should be independently verified. Properties may be listed by brokerages other than Abode Real Estate. © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. All rights reserved.

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