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As one of the finest residences along Chicago's North Shore, Fairlawn was completed in 1925. The symmetry of the red brick Georgian design delights on arrival, reflecting gracious elegance, majestic room sizes and a flowing floor plan with high ceilings, cozy fireplaces, a paneled library, a sun room with beautiful murals, grand living/ball room and dining room. There is a new kitchen with custom cabinets and top of the line appliances which opens up to the family room and has easy access to the pool. The third floor hosts a fun domed space.

This magnificent residence sits on 3.16 acres of spectacular green gardens that were designed as a series of rooms. There are 7 car garages attached to the main house by a heated tunnel. The separate coach house includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living room. There is a green house.

Recent updates: new boiler system, new kitchen, Bluestone patio around the pool, Ruckus Wi-Fi system throughout & hot water heaters.

History: In 1857, Senator Charles Benjamin Farwell purchased 18 acres and built Fairlawn in 1870. In 1891, the first golf game reported in the midwest teed off on a small seven-hole course built on the estate front yard. In 1920, the house burned to the ground. It was rebuilt in 1923 by his daughter Grace, founder of the Chicago Arts Club. The estate has been through many changes. In 1950, the property was subdivided into 9 lots. Today Fairlawn sits on 3.16 spectacular acres.