NOT LISTED FOR SALE

215 E Scranton Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Estimated Value: $779,000 - $1,052,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,238 Sq Ft
$430/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 13, 2024

Last sale price $934,000 $417 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,641/month

74 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Open Floorplan
  • Community Lake
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 4-minute walk to Village Green

About This Home

As of February 2024

Beautiful home nestled right in the heart of Lake Bluff, offering the perfect blend of classic charm and modern amenities. With its spacious living areas, designer finishes, and beautiful landscaping, this property is a true gem. The first floor welcomes you with a spacious living area featuring a cozy fireplace and gleaming hardwood floors. A den provides a versatile space for work or relaxation. The modern and bright kitchen boasts a custom center island, elegant quartz countertops, and quality cabinets. Beautiful arched doorways lead to the elegant dining room and the primary bedroom, offering a luxurious retreat. Designer light fixtures add a touch of sophistication, and the primary bath features a glass shower and heated floors for your comfort. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, offering plenty of space for family or guests. A well-appointed bathroom serves these bedrooms, and a loft area provides a versatile space for various needs. The partially finished basement includes a laundry area and provides additional space for recreation or storage, allowing you to customize it to suit your lifestyle. In addition, 2 new HVAC systems have been installed for optimal climate control. A new 2-car detached garage provides ample parking and storage space. The backyard features a paver patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. The landscaping has been meticulously redone to enhance the property's curb appeal and a new roof was installed. Prime location in downtown Lake Bluff, close to restaurants, train, schools, and parks.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

France Pitera

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475199477 Listed on: 09/27/2023

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Dawn McKenna

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475122904

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,012

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 6,251 Sq Ft Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,238 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,012

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Age: 91-100 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
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Down Draft, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 2238
  • Room Type: Office, Den, Eating Area, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 989000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),7 Foot or more high garage door
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • 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
  • Middle/Junior School District: 65

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1435
  • Lot Dimensions: 6255
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14012
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2023
Closed on
Feb 5, 2024
Sold by
Livit Llc
Bought by
Valade Dylan and Valade Meghann
Seller's Agent
France Pitera
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$934,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$116,000
-11.05%
Total Days on Market
74
Views
267
Current Estimated Value
$961,420

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$27,420
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2023
Sold by
Citizens Bank Na
Bought by
Livit Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2021
Sold by
Gronau Peggy A
Bought by
Citizens Bank Na and Citizens Bank Of Massachusetts
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
Valade Dylan $934,000 Proper Title
Livit Llc $420,000 None Listed On Document
Citizens Bank Na -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gronau Kurt M $585,000
Previous Owner Gronau Kurt M $144,000
Previous Owner Gronau Kurt M $425,000
Previous Owner Gronau Kurt M $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/13/2024 02/13/24 Sold $934,000 -5.6% $417 / Sq Ft
12/11/2023 12/11/23 Pending -- -- --
10/19/2023 10/19/23 Price Changed $989,000 -5.8% $442 / Sq Ft
10/11/2023 10/11/23 For Sale $1,050,000 0.0% $469 / Sq Ft
10/03/2023 10/03/23 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2023 09/27/23 For Sale $1,050,000 +150.0% $469 / Sq Ft
12/14/2022 12/14/22 Sold $420,000 -41.3% $188 / Sq Ft
10/28/2022 10/28/22 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2022 10/28/22 Price Changed $715,000 -1.9% $319 / Sq Ft
04/28/2022 04/28/22 Price Changed $729,000 -2.2% $326 / Sq Ft
03/24/2022 03/24/22 For Sale $745,200 -- $333 / 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 $15,174 $258,055 $97,585 $160,470
2023 $14,012 $216,257 $81,779 $134,478
2022 $14,012 $204,081 $77,174 $126,907
2021 $13,522 $202,320 $76,508 $125,812
2020 $13,229 $203,439 $76,931 $126,508
2019 $12,754 $199,705 $75,519 $124,186
2018 $12,068 $194,188 $82,730 $111,458
2017 $11,965 $190,942 $81,347 $109,595
2016 $11,527 $181,746 $77,429 $104,317
2015 $11,424 $171,136 $72,909 $98,227
2014 $11,458 $171,400 $65,457 $105,943
2012 $10,753 $172,887 $66,025 $106,862
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11851165

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-117-005