NOT LISTED FOR SALE

117 Bluff Ave Grayslake, IL 60030

Estimated Value: $310,156 - $419,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,400 Sq Ft
$260/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 13, 2024

Last sale price $375,000 $268 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,488/month

89 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Mature Trees
  • Cottage
  • Grayslake Central High School Rated A+
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of December 2024

Cozy year 'round cottage retreat boasting a delightful open floor plan with breathtaking sunrise views of Grayslake. This type of property is rare within city limits. 70' of Grayslake water frontage offers unmatched tranquility. Enjoy all the features of this vibrant community while still being tucked away off the beaten path. Loads of improvements have been made over the years with most recent being flooring and windows within the past few years. Only a few minutes to train, town and major access routes. Less than 30 minutes to Naval Training Center & Hospitals. Loads of improvements have been made over the years with most recent being flooring and windows within the past few years. In addition to the main lot, there is an additional 70x70 lot that includes an 18'x38' storage garage. Truly adorable.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pattie Taylor

RE/MAX Plaza License #471000472 Listed on: 07/08/2024

RE/MAX Plaza

Last Buyer's Agent

Jim Starwalt

Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes License #471010243

Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,394

Year Built

  • Built in 1918 | Remodeled in 1988

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 70x140.4x70x166
  • Lake Front
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Additional Parcels

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Block Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1,400 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Cellar

Home Security

  • Storm Screens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Outdoor Features

  • Tideland Water Rights
  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,394

Year Built

Built in 1918 | Remodeled in 1988

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cottage
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 1988
  • Rebuilt Year: 1980
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 1988

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1400
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Great Room, Eating Area
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Unfinished,Cellar,Exterior Access
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Lot Features: Lake Front, Water Rights, Water View, Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Outbuilding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Water Rights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: 70X140.4X70X166
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: U

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8394.36
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2024
Closed on
Dec 11, 2024
Sold by
Billings Brad A and Billings Karen C
Bought by
Stranberg William and Juppe Nicole
Seller's Agent
Pattie Taylor
RE/MAX Plaza
Buyer's Agent
Jim Starwalt
Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Views
130
Current Estimated Value
$366,324

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,676
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.77%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$296,729
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$67,060

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2017
Sold by
Billings Lois L
Bought by
Billings Brad A and Billings Karen C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,600
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Stranberg William $375,000 Chicago Title
Stranberg William $375,000 Chicago Title
Billings Brad A $223,250 Petra Title Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stranberg William $300,000
Closed Stranberg William $300,000
Previous Owner Billings Brad A $178,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/13/2024 12/13/24 Sold $375,000 0.0% $268 / Sq Ft
10/07/2024 10/07/24 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2024 10/04/24 For Sale $375,000 0.0% $268 / Sq Ft
09/16/2024 09/16/24 Pending -- -- --
08/26/2024 08/26/24 Price Changed $375,000 -3.8% $268 / Sq Ft
08/09/2024 08/09/24 For Sale $390,000 +4.0% $279 / Sq Ft
08/02/2024 08/02/24 Off Market $375,000 -- --
07/09/2024 07/09/24 For Sale $390,000 -- $279 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,108 $74,537 $31,793 $42,744
2023 $6,419 $68,408 $29,179 $39,229
2022 $6,419 $59,496 $20,377 $39,119
2021 $6,333 $57,186 $19,586 $37,600
2020 $6,317 $54,411 $18,636 $35,775
2019 $6,090 $52,203 $17,880 $34,323
2018 $7,333 $58,946 $32,999 $25,947
2017 $7,704 $55,447 $31,040 $24,407
2016 $5,845 $51,183 $28,653 $22,530
2015 $3,437 $46,760 $26,177 $20,583
2014 $3,292 $41,116 $22,058 $19,058
2012 $3,055 $42,941 $23,037 $19,904
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12103974

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-34-201-003