Description
Originally designed by renowned architect David Adler in 1923 as part of the Carolyn Morse Ely estate, this extraordinary home at 131 Moffett Road holds a remarkable history. Once a wing of the original estate, the residence was relocated in the early 1950s-moved on rails and positioned onto its own parcel, creating a truly unique and storied property. Thoughtful additions have been made over the years, with the most significant transformation beginning in 2000. Guided by the vision of designer and then-owner Athalie Derse, in collaboration with architect Steve Rugo, the home was masterfully reimagined. The result is a captivating blend of classic Adler architecture and modern-day luxury-seamlessly preserving the estate’s historic character while incorporating exceptional detailing and high-end finishes throughout. Set on 1.2 serene acres along a quiet private lane, this one-of-a-kind residence offers timeless elegance in a peaceful, picturesque setting.
- Listing Courtesy of: Compass
Details
Updated on October 4, 2025 at 11:43 am- Property ID: MRD12272993
- Price: $3,125,000
- Property Size: 6072 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Year Built: 1915
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Contingent
- Parking Total: 3
- Parcel Number: 12214020410000
- Water Source: Lake Michigan
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Architectural Style: French Provincial
- Buyer Agent MLS Id: MRD45281
- Days On Market: 44
- Purchase Contract Date: 2025-10-01
- Basement Bath(s): No
- Living Area: 1.2
- Fire Places Total: 3
- Cumulative Days On Market: 44
- Tax Annual Amount: 4339.05
- Roof: Shake,Other
- Cooling: Central Air,Zoned
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Double Oven,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal
- Parking Features: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
- Room Type: Exercise Room,Foyer
- Stories: 2 Stories
- Directions: Moffett Road north of Sheridan to 131 on east side of street. Enter drive between two coach houses. Continue east and stay to left at fork to park in courtyard of 131 Moffett.
- Buyer Office MLS ID: MRD4564
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School: Lake Bluff Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Township: Shields
- ConstructionMaterials: Brick
- Contingency: Attorney/Inspection
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bath
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 131 Moffett
- City Lake Bluff
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60044
- Country Lake
Overview
- Single Family
- 4
- 4
- 6072
- 1915
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