WELCOME TO THE WILCOX ESTATE
681 Laurel Circle SE, East Grand Rapids, Michigan

Enjoy the dramatic photomontage of this iconic and completely re-envisioned manor home that has been lovingly remodeled with over $2MM in updates, so that it is move-in ready for you.

The Wilcox Estate is an iconic property in East Grand Rapids has been our family home for 8 years.
Throughout those years we have acted as stewards perpetuating a legacy that harkens back to the Gilded Age of the late 1900’s. But don’t let the age of the home trouble you since every space has been transformed for today’s living. All the charm is intact and the upgrades are on-trend, blending seamlessly with the home’s provenance going back to 1888.

This luxury French Eclectic Chateau-styled home on professionally landscaped grounds
was built by renowned property developer, lawyer, and civic leader, Frederick P. Wilcox. The original 40 acre property was a prominent home in the newly formed Village of East Grand Rapids. Reeds Lake was a popular horse-and-buggy destination for city dwellers to enjoy lakeside entertainment at the Ramona Amusement Park.

Built in 1880
Historic home updated for modern living with all conveniences
1.68 acres
Extensive estate grounds with professional landscaping, mature trees and professionally maintained shrubbery.
7,041 sq.ft
Interior space spread over 3 floors, with extensive remodeling exceeding $2MM in upgrades.
Professsonal Landscaping
Extensive lawn, mature trees, and shrubs. Design and installation by premier landscaper Gary Kappas
Professional design and construction
Construction and design by luxury home contractors (Matrix), professional architect (Robert Daverman) and interior design (Reimagine Spaces), so no hidden surprises.
Timeless aethetics
Transitional design elements strike the right balance between traditional and modern living.
5 Bedrooms
5 bedrooms with additional sleeping space in multi-purpose room
5.5 Bathrooms
5 full bathrooms (shower/tub), powder room, and Jack-and-Jill sink.
Garage
Two-car heated garage, high-amp EV charger, epoxy floor and garage door openers. Driveway parking for up to 10 more cars.
Pool
Full swimming pool with diving board, with easy-maintenance features
Safe Room
Hidden secret family safe room for extreme weather shelter, home intrusion refuge, with emergency supplies.
Custom Furniture
Hard-to-find custom furniture conveys. Circular seat, chaise lounge, window seat cushions, theater seating in media room
Nanny's Quarters / Mother-in-Law Suite
Main floor ensuite with attached bath, and kitchenette for flexible use as nanny quarters, mother-in-law unit, or guest room.
Move-in-Ready
Move in ready means you can start living on day one. Over 50 items of furniture, tools, portable small appliances convey.
No Deferred Maintenance
Painstaking fixes to all items on inspection report. Includes new roof, some new HVAC systems, new smoke detectors etc. Full documentation and house plans.
Privacy without Isolation
Location is shielded by trees from traffic and most street sounds. Yet, location is under 1 mile from Gaslight District City Center.

Grand Exterior