Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens County Line

This one-of-a-kind modern Victorian masterpiece is more than a house-it's a lifestyle. Sitting on a stunning half-acre lot, this 5,200 sq ft custom-built home in La Grange Highlands offers unmatched elegance, architectural brilliance, and modern luxury, all with incredibly low taxes! Imagine living in a home designed by a nationally renowned architect, with every inch tailored for grandeur and comfort. With 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, soaring 11' ceilings, and 14 closets (including 3 walk-ins!), this home has space to dream. Step inside, and be awestruck by the luxurious features: cathedral ceilings in the second-floor bedrooms, oak trim, and solid oak doors. Marvel at the grand spiral staircase that spirals up 4 levels and even accommodates a future elevator! Movie buffs will love the private theater with 8 recliners and full surround sound, while the chef's kitchen boasts 82 custom drawers, premium Pella windows, and slate flooring. This home is built for entertaining, with its 600 sq ft wraparound porch, heated 3 1/2 car garage, and a 2,000 sq ft basement complete with workshop and massive storage spaces. You'll stay comfortable year-round with dual fireplaces, a natural gas generator, fire sprinklers, and a whole-home alarm system. The master suite is a personal retreat, featuring a kitchenette, rain shower, whirlpool tub, stone fireplace, and a walk-in shoe closet fit for a true aficionado. With triple-pane windows, two fireplaces, bamboo floors, marble bathrooms, and top-of-the-line finishes everywhere you look, this home is luxury living at its finest. Located in the top-rated LTHS school district, you're minutes away from world-class shopping, dining, and transportation. Whether it's golfing at La Grange Country Club, catching a train into Chicago, or enjoying the vibrant downtowns of La Grange and Hinsdale, convenience and class surround you. And for the shoe collectors and lovers of whimsy-yes, there's even a separate closet for 500 pairs of shoes, and dinosaurs in the backyard! Appraised at $1.8M and now listed over $200K below appraised value, this is a rare opportunity to own a forever home that redefines sophistication.