215 Prospect Avenue

Highland Park, IL 60035

Beds

Baths

Square Ft.

5,000

$1,599,000

Just steps from downtown Highland Park's shops, restaurants, library, train, and close to Lake Michigan, Thornycote is a home where location and history come together beautifully. Designed in 1901 by renowned architect Howard Van Doren Shaw, this English Arts and Crafts residence is a remarkable expression of… Read More craftsmanship, proportion, and grace. Set on more than an acre of lush, landscaped grounds, Thornycote offers a rare sense of privacy while remaining connected to everything that makes Highland Park special. A handsome foyer sets the tone, introducing the home's elegant proportions, exceptional woodwork, and remarkable architectural integrity. Throughout, Shaw's thoughtful design is evident in the details, from the formal living room anchored by a commanding wood-burning fireplace to the expansive family room, which opens onto a generous terrace. The gracious dining room flows naturally into a bright sunroom, equally suited to morning coffee or evening conversation. A richly detailed library provides a quiet retreat, while the renovated kitchen brings modern function to the historic setting with custom cabinetry, a butler's pantry, coffee bar, and mudroom. An extra-wide staircase leads to the second floor, where the primary suite offers a private retreat with an adjoining sitting and dressing room, wood-burning fireplace, and spacious updated bath overlooking the grounds. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath and connect to a cozy sitting room ideal for reading or play. A second-floor laundry adds everyday convenience. The expansive third floor offers remarkable flexibility, with four bedrooms, two full baths, and a large bonus room that can adapt to whatever life requires, from playroom and home office to media lounge or studio. Beyond the main residence, a 1,600-square-foot coach house adds an extraordinary layer of possibility. With four garage bays, a two-bedroom suite, and a conference room overlooking dramatic ravine views framed by two stone bridges, it is a rare setting where work, creativity, and nature come together. And then there are the discoveries. A hidden speakeasy tucked behind a mirrored door. Secret gardens. Winding pathways made for wandering. At Thornycote, the experience extends well beyond the architecture. More than a residence, Thornycote is a singular piece of Highland Park history, where Howard Van Doren Shaw's artistry remains very much alive. Read Less

Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago 312-944-8900

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 24, 2026

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

5,000

Year Built

1901

MLS Number

12733085

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Double Oven, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn

Basement

Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Full, Walk-Out Access

Building

Built in 1901, Living area: 5000, Construction Materials: Shingle Siding

Community

Street Paved

Cooling

Small Duct High Velocity, Wall Unit(s)

Fireplaces

3 fireplaces, Wood Burning

Floors

Hardwood, Carpet

Garage

4 spaces

Heating

Radiator(s)

Home Owner's Association

Fee Frequency: Not Applicable, Fee Includes: None

Interior Features

Sauna, In-Law Floorplan, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Pantry

Laundry

Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink

Lot

Dimensions: 135X342.37X105.89X342.37, Landscaped, Wooded

Parking

4 total parking spaces, Gravel, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Roof

Shake

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Parcel Number: 16234110160000, Annual Amount: $45,964.6, Year: 2025

Utilities

Water Source: Lake Michigan, Circuit Breakers

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