$1,075,000
SOLD JUN 17, 2026

209 E Washington Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,465 Sq Ft
8,059 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 17, 2026

$436 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Community Lake
  • Property is near park
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Village Green

About This Home

As of June 2026

Step into timeless charm and modern comfort in this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.1-bath colonial in East Lake Bluff. Offering approximately 2,465 square feet above grade. The main level features a highly desirable first-floor primary suite, providing convenience and privacy, along with generously sized living and dining rooms,and a family room filled with natural light. The well-appointed eat in kitchen opens to inviting gathering spaces, creating a warm and functional flow throughout the home. Upstairs, you'll find 4 additional bedrooms with ample space for family, guests, or home office needs. The finished basement has a versatile rec room /exercise area, plus great storage. Enjoy a sunny, fully fenced yard with lush landscaping, a spacious deck, and a charming brick patio plus a two-car attached. This wonderful home truly offers the space, layout, and setting today's buyers are looking for all in a prime East Lake Bluff location near town, shopping and dining, the Library, Metra train, Lake Michigan, schools and parks.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daria Andrews

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475105041 Listed on: 04/10/2026

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Carollo

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475132986

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,082

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 8,059 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 140

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,465 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Lake Bluff Elementary School
  • Lake Bluff Middle School
  • Lake Forest High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,082

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

8,059 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Rec/Family Area, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Insert
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
  • LivingArea: 2465
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Foyer, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Square Footage Comments: Basement is 864 sq feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Lake Bluff Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.185
  • Lot Dimensions: 60 x 140
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17082
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
0.067%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $610,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Quit Claim Deed -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $362,069 New Conventional
Closed $405,000 Unknown
Closed $400,000 No Value Available
Closed $265,000 Unknown
Closed $116,000 Unknown
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/17/2026 06/17/26 Sold $1,075,000 -1.8% $436 / Sq Ft
04/13/2026 04/13/26 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2026 04/10/26 For Sale $1,095,000 0.0% $444 / Sq Ft
04/10/2026 04/10/26 Off Market $1,095,000 -- --
04/09/2026 04/09/26 Off Market $1,095,000 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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
2025 $17,082 $279,210 $120,920 $158,290
2024 $16,288 $256,204 $110,956 $145,248
2023 $15,033 $231,545 $100,276 $131,269
2022 $15,033 $218,508 $94,630 $123,878
2021 $14,507 $216,624 $93,814 $122,810
2020 $14,193 $217,822 $94,333 $123,489
2019 $13,684 $213,823 $92,601 $121,222
2018 $8,132 $240,722 $103,030 $137,692
2017 $14,925 $236,698 $101,308 $135,390
2016 $14,384 $225,298 $96,429 $128,869
2015 $14,260 $212,145 $90,799 $121,346
2014 $12,342 $184,165 $81,519 $102,646
2012 $11,581 $185,762 $82,226 $103,536
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12609805

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-108-002

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