Luxury Mansion for Sale on Lake Michigan
- An Illinois mansion located on the shores of Lake Michigan is up for sale with a price tag of $35 million.
- The mansion's prime location on Lake Michigan adds to its appeal and exclusivity.
- The high asking price reflects the luxury and grandeur of the property.
A luxurious mansion on Lake Michigan, known as "Windsor House," has hit the market with an asking price that could establish a new record for the Chicago metro area. The 22-room estate, situated on 2.3 acres in Winnetka, Illinois, has been listed by Christie’s International Real Estate, marking it as the highest-priced residential listing in the region. The property is owned by former Goldman Sachs executive Muneer Satter, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. Constructed in 1929, Windsor House has been home to only a few families, starting with Henry Haven Windsor Jr. of Popular Mechanics fame. The mansion boasts an expansive interior featuring seven bedrooms and nine full bathrooms, along with two family rooms, one of which is designed with a tropical theme. The property is noted for its exquisite architectural details, including ornate moldings, parquet floors, crystal chandeliers, and stained-glass windows. Jena Radnay of @properties Christie’s International Real Estate described the estate as the "most significant lakefront estate to be offered in Illinois," highlighting its luxurious and inviting atmosphere. The home is positioned in the affluent town of Winnetka, which is home to over 12,700 residents and is located near Chicago. In a related note, a lakefront property in northwest Iowa recently set a new sales record for the state, selling for $9.5 million, showcasing the growing trend of high-value real estate in the Midwest.