NOT LISTED FOR SALE

260 Maclaren Ln Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Estimated Value: $754,000 - $811,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,501 Sq Ft
$314/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 07, 2020

Last sale price $550,000 $220 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,326/month

132 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near a forest
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of August 2020

In-Person Showings Available upon request to qualified buyers! Quick close possible. Contact listing agent for Virtual Showing Link. Updated and Open Floor Plan! West Terrace home adjacent to open lands. 3,171 sq ft of finished space. Completely renovated to fit today's buyers needs! Nothing left to do except move in & enjoy this bright & spacious home set on a double lot backing up to the Skokie Prairie Preserve. Open concept floor plan features a newer redesigned kitchen accented with white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances & hardwood throughout. Relax in your huge master suite with oversized dual shower & walk-in closet. Marble & granite in all baths. Remodeled finished basement with work room, 2nd floor laundry, newer windows & roof in 2015. Family room with fireplace overlooking back yard. Entertain outdoors on the new large deck & patio areas. Newer HVAC with dual heating & cooling zones. Upgraded 200 amp electrical service, plumbing & fire safety. Entire house has been updated. Outdoor storage shed plus a huge attic storage area. Note the Low Taxes! Great home and neighborhood - A Perfect 10! The Village of Lake Bluff is a wonderful place to meet new friends and raise your family. Top rated Lake Bluff Elementary/Middle Schools and Lake Forest High School, Lake Bluff Fitness Center, public pool, golf course, Metra train, Sunrise beach are all within walking/biking distance! Lake Bluff also has a wonderful downtown with several restaurants, coffee shops, post office, unique boutiques, salons and the Village Green featuring weekly summer concerts and a incredible 4th of July Parade. Move into 260 Maclaren Lane and start enjoying "North Shore Life - Lake Bluff Lifestyle" Home is part of a residential investment portfolio of 3 rental properties located in Lake Bluff and Highwood. MRED MLS #'s 10642972, 1064487 and 10645195. Properties can be sold separately and used as single family homes after leases expire. Month to month lease. Only 30 day notice required to close. Agent Owned

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Josephitis

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475169297 Listed on: 02/20/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Daria Andrews

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475105041

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,327

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1966 | 2015

Lot Details

  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • East or West Exposure

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workroom
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Double Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Fire Pit

Location

  • Property is near a forest

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $1,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,327

Year Built | Renovated

1966 | 2015

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2015
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Total Sq Ft: 2521
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 160
  • Style Of House: Colonial
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1966
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Total Sq Ft: 3331
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Year Renovated: 2015

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 2nd Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 11
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 19X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Attic: Dormer, Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished, Partially Finished, Egress Window
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink, Double Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 4X6, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Island
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Mud Room, Deck, Attic, Recreation Room, Workroom
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 23X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 11X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Granite
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Mud, Dimensions: 9X6, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Granite
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Deck, Dimensions: 26X18, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Attic, Dimensions: 24X20, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 26X15, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Work Rm, Dimensions: 16X10, On Level: Basement
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2501
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3171
  • Basement Sq Ft: 810
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 650
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1388
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1133
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Storms/Screens, Fire Pit
  • Exposure: E (East)
  • Acreage: 0.57

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Schools

  • School District: 115
  • Junior High Dist: 65

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 146X39X121X170X149
  • Lot Description: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent
  • Parcel Identification Number: 12203060140000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 13185.20

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2020
Closed on
Jul 24, 2020
Sold by
Josephitis John and Josephitis Marie
Bought by
Gorter James P
Seller's Agent
John Josephitis
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daria Andrews
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$620,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-11.29%
Current Estimated Value
$785,194

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$235,194
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.25%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2014
Closed on
Mar 31, 2015
Sold by
Beverly T Ramer Trust
Bought by
Josephitis John and Josephitis Marie
Seller's Agent
Gaye Sodke
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Megan Jordan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$598,000
Sold Price
$436,775
Premium/Discount to List
-$161,225
-26.96%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.41%
Original Mortgage
$349,400
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Gorter James P $550,000 Proper Title Llc
Josephitis John $437,000 Ct
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Josephitis John $90,000
Previous Owner Josephitis John S $2,743,863
Previous Owner Josephitis John $349,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/07/2020 08/07/20 Sold $550,000 -4.3% $220 / Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2020 06/15/20 Price Changed $575,000 -2.5% $230 / Sq Ft
05/06/2020 05/06/20 Price Changed $589,500 -0.9% $236 / Sq Ft
03/23/2020 03/23/20 Price Changed $595,000 -4.0% $238 / Sq Ft
02/20/2020 02/20/20 For Sale $620,000 0.0% $248 / Sq Ft
05/18/2019 05/18/19 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
05/14/2019 05/14/19 For Rent $4,000 0.0% --
04/06/2015 04/06/15 Sold $436,775 0.0% $175 / Sq Ft
02/25/2015 02/25/15 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2015 02/23/15 Off Market $436,775 -- --
02/13/2015 02/13/15 Price Changed $499,000 -5.7% $200 / Sq Ft
01/06/2015 01/06/15 Price Changed $529,000 -11.5% $212 / Sq Ft
11/05/2014 11/05/14 For Sale $598,000 -- $239 / 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 $12,327 $206,711 $105,111 $101,600
2023 $12,202 $185,002 $94,072 $90,930
2022 $12,202 $183,315 $93,214 $90,101
2021 $12,793 $196,604 $92,410 $104,194
2020 $13,395 $205,726 $92,936 $112,790
2019 $12,915 $201,950 $91,230 $110,720
2018 $9,933 $160,704 $90,396 $70,308
2017 $9,848 $158,018 $88,885 $69,133
2016 $9,484 $150,407 $84,604 $65,803
2015 $9,036 $176,711 $79,665 $97,046
2014 $10,273 $159,236 $71,522 $87,714
2012 $9,721 $160,617 $72,142 $88,475
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10642972

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-20-306-014