NOT LISTED FOR SALE

243 E Center Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Estimated Value: $1,434,258 - $1,639,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,421 Sq Ft
$439/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 17, 2022

Last sale price $1,100,000 $322 Per Sq Ft

Est. 36% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,975/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Community Lake
  • Property is near a park
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of June 2022

This stately brick home has been lovingly expanded and renovated over the years by the current owners. It is situated on the corner of Center and Glen in of Lake Bluff's most desirable locations. Presenting 3421 sq feet of architectural charm and fabulous amenities with an abundance of natural light, hardwood floors and neutral decor. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, a wonderful family room addition with radiant heat, gorgeous primary suite, formal living and dining rooms, expansive and beautifully appointed kitchen with a large eat in area, delightful sunroom, and first floor office. In addition the home features first floor laundry, an incredible mudroom with cubbies, a large unfinished basement with great storage and play space. The exterior features beautiful mature trees, an inviting deck, a lovely sunny yard with lush landscaping and gardens, 2 car garage with car charging port, invisible fence. You couldn't ask for a better home or location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daria Andrews

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475105041 Listed on: 05/02/2022

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Heather Fowler

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475174043

Last Buyer's Agent

Danielle Wylie

Baird & Warner License #475155608

Baird & Warner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,028

Year Built

  • Built in 1929 | Remodeled in 2001

Lot Details

  • 9,300 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 76 x 125

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,421 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Window Egress

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

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

Utilities

  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Zoned Heating
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,028

Year Built

Built in 1929 | Remodeled in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • 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: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2001
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2001

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 3421
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room, Breakfast Room, Mud Room, Office, Sitting Room, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Unfinished,Egress Window
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Square Footage Comments: 3421 above grade, basement 1738 sq feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Outdoor Grill
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Space Pac
  • Heating: Steam, Radiant, Radiator(s), Zoned
  • 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: 0.2135
  • Lot Dimensions: 76 X 125
  • 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: 22028
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2022
Closed on
Jun 6, 2022
Sold by
Adams Jr Bradford S and Adams Sherry F
Bought by
Thornton Aaron Robert and Thornton Elizabeth Suzanne
Seller's Agent
Daria Andrews
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Danielle Wylie
Baird & Warner
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-7.95%
Current Estimated Value
$1,500,815

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$400,815
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.20%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Outstanding Balance
$617,499
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$883,316

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2016
Sold by
Adams Bradford S and Adams Sherry F
Bought by
Adams Bradford S and Adams Sherry F
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
Thornton Aaron Robert $1,100,000 Proper Title
Adams Bradford S -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Thornton Aaron Robert $650,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/17/2022 06/17/22 Sold $1,100,000 -7.9% $322 / Sq Ft
05/21/2022 05/21/22 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2022 05/02/22 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $349 / 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 $25,347 $424,653 $129,233 $295,420
2023 $23,333 $355,871 $108,301 $247,570
2022 $23,333 $335,835 $102,204 $233,631
2021 $22,519 $332,938 $101,322 $231,616
2020 $22,029 $334,779 $101,882 $232,897
2019 $21,240 $328,634 $100,012 $228,622
2018 $19,066 $264,974 $111,190 $153,784
2017 $21,544 $336,519 $109,331 $227,188
2016 $20,616 $320,311 $104,065 $216,246
2015 $20,449 $301,611 $97,990 $203,621
2014 $18,376 $271,284 $87,975 $183,309
2012 $17,232 $273,637 $88,738 $184,899
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11383727

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-120-010