LIVING WELL | WHERE FALL FINDS ITS HOME
a curated collection of notable homes and opportunities
November 8
The splendor of autumn. This week, an invitation to savor the season’s warmth and beauty in four extraordinary Chicagoland residences. Begin along the North Shore, where a stately lakefront estate on Mayflower Road offers timeless beauty framed by changing leaves and sweeping water views. Experience the Gold Coast’s historic charm at the storied Patterson-McCormick mansion, where classic architecture meets golden tree-lined streets. In Lincoln Park, a double-lot retreat on Seminary Avenue pairs refined design with a generous yard perfect for evenings gathered by the fire. Then, step into Southport Corridor’s hidden sanctuary on Janssen, where gardens, terraces and quiet luxury make city living feel worlds away.
If one of these homes speaks to you, we would be delighted to guide you through it.
111 Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL
7 bedroom 6.1 bathroom
$6,250,000
Listed by Ann Lyon with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
Tucked at the end of a tree-lined drive on nearly four private acres, this Mayflower Road lakefront estate offers timeless elegance and breathtaking Lake Michigan views. Built in 1914, the stately brick home sits on 300 feet of shoreline, surrounded by mature trees that come alive with color each fall. Inside, vintage millwork, six fireplaces and grand gathering spaces set the tone for refined living, while the sunroom frames the lake’s changing light. Terraces and a gazebo along the bluff invite quiet mornings or autumn evenings by the water, a rare chance to experience lakefront living at its most peaceful.
1500 N Astor Street, Unit 6, Chicago, IL
2 bedroom 2.1 bathroom
$3,300,000
Listed by Emily Sachs Wong with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
Experience autumn’s beauty from this stunning 3,700-square-foot residence at 1500 Astor, set within the storied Patterson-McCormick Mansion in the Gold Coast. Overlooking the tree-lined corner of Astor and Burton, this sun-drenched home captures fall’s charm with floor-to-ceiling windows, two private terraces and views of the neighborhood’s golden foliage. Recently featured in Traditional Home magazine, it blends timeless architectural details: original wood paneling, moldings and herringbone walnut floors, with an O’Brien Harris kitchen and modern luxuries throughout. A perfect spot to enjoy crisp autumn mornings, strolls through nearby parks and cozy evenings in refined elegance.
2209 N Seminary Avenue, Chicago, IL
5 bedroom 4.3 bathroom
$3,800,000
Listed by Suzanne Gignilliat with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
Freshly updated and perfectly situated in the heart of Lincoln Park, 2209 Seminary offers nearly 6,000 square feet of distinctive living on a rare double lot surrounded by lush private landscaping. With a newly refreshed kitchen, refinished floors and updated baths, this five-bedroom home blends warmth and sophistication with seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The spacious yard and stone patio are made for fall evenings. Picture roasting marshmallows by the fire as the trees glow with color. Cathedral ceilings, sunlit rooms and a quiet yet dramatic interior make this home a true standout just steps from Lincoln Park’s best restaurants, shops and parks.
3752 N Janssen Street, Chicago, IL
5 bedroom 4.3 bathroom
$4,950,000
Listed by Carrie McCormick with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
Tucked behind a privacy wall, 3752 Janssen reveals a hidden urban oasis that comes alive in fall. Lush gardens bursting with color, a tranquil water wall and a bluestone patio with a built-in firepit set an ideal scene for roasting marshmallows on crisp evenings. Beyond the sport court and rooftop deck, integrated surround sound creates seamless indoor-outdoor living across this 6,200-square-foot home. Inside, grand ceiling heights, custom millwork and sunlit rooms reflect refined craftsmanship while five bedrooms and a three-car attached garage offer everyday comfort in one of Southport Corridor’s most coveted settings.
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