Anne Jacobs
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Baird & Warner
(224) 419-6315
112 Total Sales
13 in Lake Bluff
$346K - $1.4M Price Range
29599 N Birch Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Lake Bluff AreaEstimated Value: $604,491 - $691,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,137
Sq Ft
$302/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Community Lake
- Recreation Room
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near park
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of March 2026Updated home with interior lot, located in The Sanctuary of Lake Bluff, a quiet enclave of maintenance free homes. Two story foyer offering amazing Brazilian Cherry flooring, open to Living and Dining Rooms. Recently redone kitchen offers custom white cabinetry, with SS appliances, and spacious eating area with slider doors leading to a paver patio. Open to the Kitchen, the Family Room area boasts custom built in cabinetry and gas fireplace along with ample windows. First floor mud room offers the perfect spot for Chicago weather with custom built in lockers. Second floor features a vaulted Primary Suite complete with custom organized walk in closet and spa stone bathroom. Two large bedrooms both with custom closets plus a large hall bathroom complete the second floor living area. The finished lower level provides further family enjoyment with a large recreation area, bedroom #4 with closet, NEW full bathroom, and ample storage area. Recent updates include Newer Carrier Infinity High Efficiency HVAC System 2018, new roof 2018, new windows 2018, New kitchen cabinets and appliances 2021, added New Brazilian Cherry flooring and with matching staircase 2021, Mudroom remodeled with custom Lockers 2018, new full bathroom in LL 2024 and also recently painted interior make this the ultimate "MOVE IN READY" home. The Sanctuary of Lake Bluff is conveniently located only a few miles to downtown Lake Bluff, half a mile to Abbot/Abbvie Park, train station, shopping, along with a great neighborhood park. Monthly assessment includes landscaping and snow removal.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475122072 Listed on: 02/13/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475131483
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,037
Year Built
- Built in 1996 | Remodeled in 2021
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 56x117x43x121
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
HOA Fees
- $175 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,137 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bookcases
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Natural lighting in basement
Schools
- Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Lake Bluff Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near park
Community Details
- Association fees include water, lawn care, scavenger
- Sanctuary Subdivision
- Community Lake
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2026
Closed on
Mar 13, 2026
Sold by
Shannon Buckley and Darin Chokdee
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Todd Martin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Suzanne Malone-Olivieri
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$631,000
Premium/Discount to List
$32,000
5.34%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,017
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.55%
Original Mortgage
$504,800
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 19, 2022
Sold by
Buckley Thomas Shannon
Bought by
Buckley Revocable Living Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 7, 2022
Closed on
Apr 11, 2022
Sold by
Ranganathan Krishna P and Ranganathan Kavita
Bought by
Buckley Thomas Shannon
Seller's Agent
Todd Martin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Todd Martin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$489,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.53%
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 19, 2012
Closed on
Aug 2, 2012
Sold by
Fallidas Efthimios and Gramatis Gina
Bought by
Rangapthan Krishan P and Swaminathan Kavitha
Seller's Agent
Jill Okun
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Victoria Wheary
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$419,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-8.11%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.49%
Original Mortgage
$308,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2002
Sold by
White Kevin R and White Janet K
Bought by
Fallidas Efthimios
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$324,000
Interest Rate
7.13%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 22, 1996
Sold by
Cole Taylor Bank
Bought by
White Kevin R and White Janet K
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Lake Bluff, IL
-
Anne Jacobs
-
Chris Foss
Chris Foss
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 458-2637
36 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$1,725,000 Price
-
Darren Allen
Darren Allen
Real Broker LLC
(224) 507-1815
294 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$555,000 Price
-
Rafay Qamar
Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,070 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$1,350,000 Price
-
Christine Bluthardt
Christine Bluthardt
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 212-1311
42 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$689,000 Price
-
Jamie Walker
Jamie Walker
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 282-0398
74 Total Sales
2 in Lake Bluff
$915K - $1.1M Price Range
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $631,000 | Proper Title | ||
| Buckley Revocable Living Trust | -- | -- | |
| Buckley Thomas Shannon | $489,000 | Proper Title | |
| Rangapthan Krishan P | $385,000 | Sterling Title Servicing Llc | |
| Fallidas Efthimios | $360,000 | First American Title | |
| White Kevin R | $229,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $504,800 | ||
| Previous Owner | Buckley Revocable Living Trust | $879,200 | |
| Closed | Buckley Thomas Shannon | $440,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rangapthan Krishan P | $308,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Fallidas Efthimios | $288,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Fallidas Efthimios | $318,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Fallidas Efthimios | $324,000 | |
| Previous Owner | White Kevin R | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | White Kevin R | $56,050 | |
| Previous Owner | White Kevin R | $225,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2026 03/13/26 | Sold | $631,000 | +5.3% | $295 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/14/2026 02/14/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/13/2026 02/13/26 | For Sale | $599,000 | +22.5% | $280 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/25/2022 04/25/22 | Sold | $489,000 | 0.0% | $229 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/10/2022 03/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/07/2022 03/07/22 | For Sale | $489,000 | -- | $229 / Sq Ft |
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 | $11,037 | $171,526 | $47,564 | $123,962 |
| 2024 | $10,728 | $157,393 | $43,645 | $113,748 |
| 2023 | $9,266 | $145,089 | $40,233 | $104,856 |
| 2022 | $9,266 | $127,227 | $35,280 | $91,947 |
| 2021 | $9,043 | $126,130 | $34,976 | $91,154 |
| 2020 | $8,853 | $126,827 | $35,169 | $91,658 |
| 2019 | $8,545 | $124,498 | $34,523 | $89,975 |
| 2018 | $8,258 | $123,699 | $35,930 | $87,769 |
| 2017 | $8,158 | $121,631 | $35,329 | $86,302 |
| 2016 | $8,277 | $121,864 | $35,396 | $86,468 |
| 2015 | $8,174 | $114,750 | $33,330 | $81,420 |
| 2014 | $8,272 | $116,066 | $35,909 | $80,157 |
| 2012 | $7,783 | $117,072 | $36,220 | $80,852 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Todd Martin
Seller's Agent in 2026
Todd Martin
@ Properties
(847) 309-8929
20 Total Sales
-
Suzanne Malone-Olivieri
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Suzanne Malone-Olivieri
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(708) 710-1128
14 Total Sales
-
Jill Okun
Seller's Agent in 2012
Jill Okun
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(847) 902-2296
15 Total Sales
-
Victoria Wheary
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Victoria Wheary
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 275-5440
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12564855
APN: 12-18-103-005
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