$3,412,797
SOLD AUG 29, 2025

326 E Witchwood Ln Lake Bluff, IL 60044

5 Beds
6.5 Baths
5,347 Sq Ft
0.91 Acres

Recently Sold

$638 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of August 2025

Sophistication, Comfort, and Unmatched Attention to Detail in East Lake Bluff. Set on nearly an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds on one of East Lake Bluff's most desirable streets, This custom residence includes 5+1 bedrooms and 6 1/2 baths and has been extensively upgraded with high-end mechanical systems, refined aesthetic enhancements, and thoughtful features that promote comfort, efficiency, and healthier living. Inside, a sun-filled floor plan unfolds with newly refreshed interiors-walls painted by DiVinci, designer wallpaper in select rooms, updated lighting, and crisp white oak flooring. The gracious living room centers around a gas fireplace and custom bar with access to the outdoor patio. The spacious family room, anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with gas logs, opens both to the eat-in chef's kitchen and to a screened porch that overlooks the backyard-offering easy access to the patios and outdoor entertaining areas. The kitchen features quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a large island. A formal dining room, private study with coffered ceiling, first-floor en-suite guest bedroom, mudroom with lockers, and a convenient laundry room complete the main level. Upstairs, the serene primary suite feels like a luxury resort, featuring a gas log fireplace, rebuilt private roof deck with TimberTech Pro Reserve decking and Chippendale railing, his & her closets, and a refreshed marble bath with new fixtures, a new body spray system, and Toto bidet toilet. Three additional en-suite bedrooms with custom closets and updated custom window treatments provide comfort and style, while the second-floor laundry room now includes a new Miele washer and dryer. The lower level is designed for recreation and fun, complete with a game room, exercise space with new rubber flooring, a sixth bedroom and bath, and a rec room with gas fireplace. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with multiple paver patios, a fire pit area, and a fenced-in backyard-perfect for entertaining or unwinding in privacy. The professionally landscaped property has been meticulously maintained, offering year-round beauty and space to enjoy. A three-car garage provides ample room for vehicles and storage. A complete list of all recent improvements is available. Notably, the home has been thoughtfully upgraded with features that support a healthier living environment. Highlights include a new Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) system to bring in fresh, filtered air while maintaining indoor humidity and temperature, a whole-house chlorine filter and reverse osmosis water system for cleaner water, and extensive HVAC upgrades including duct cleaning and system replacement for improved air quality. Additional improvements including upgraded bathroom exhaust fans, fresh low-VOC paint, and a fully replaced central vacuum system, further contribute to a clean and health-conscious home. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, from refined design choices to major system upgrades, this East Lake Bluff home is turn-key and timeless-ready to be enjoyed for years to come.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alissa McNicholas

Compass License #475134192 Listed on: 07/29/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Lori Baker

Compass License #475134193

Last Buyer's Agent

Marina Carney

Compass License #475123100

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $54,896

Year Built

  • Built in 2005 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 111x387x105x378
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shake Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Limestone

Interior Spaces

  • 5,347 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Dry Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Ceilings are 8 Feet High
  • Sump Pump
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Fire Pit

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
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Power Generator
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Multiple Water Heaters
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Air Exchanger
  • Property is near park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$54,896

Year Built

Built in 2005 | Remodeled in 2024

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

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: 2005
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2024

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Basement: Partially Finished, 8 ft + pour, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 5347
  • Other Equipment: Central Vacuum, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Air Exchanger, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room, Game Room, Screened Porch, Bedroom 6, Exercise Room
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2965
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Limestone, Shingle Siding
  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck, Fire Pit
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck, Screened
  • Roof: Shake
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, 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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.91
  • Lot Dimensions: 111X387X105X378
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 54895.88
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 29, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Land Trust Company and Trust Number 9002345111
Bought by
December Lake Llc
Seller's Agent
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Marina Carney
Compass
List Price
$3,699,000
Sold Price
$3,412,797
Premium/Discount to List
-$286,203
-7.74%
Views
5
Current Estimated Value
$3,375,766

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$37,031
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.63%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2024
Closed on
Mar 12, 2024
Sold by
Fwcin Llc
Bought by
Trust Number 9002345111
Seller's Agent
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Mona Hellinga
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List Price
$3,250,000
Sold Price
$3,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-1.54%
Views
29

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.51%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2021
Closed on
May 12, 2021
Sold by
Atg Trust Company
Bought by
Fwcin Llc
Seller's Agent
Lori Baker
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$2,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$120,000
-4.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.50%
Original Mortgage
$2,475,000
Interest Rate
2.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2004
Sold by
The Northern Trust Co
Bought by
The Northern Trust Co and Trust #10139

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2003
Sold by
Rausch Laszlo and Rausch Svetlana
Bought by
The Northern Trust Co and Trust #10064

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,650,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2000
Sold by
Malanfant Lynn Marie and Lynn Marie Malanfant Revocable
Bought by
Rausch Lazlo and Rausch Svetlana

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
6.9%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 1999
Sold by
Olsen Jon C and Malanfant Lynn M
Bought by
Malanfant Lynn Marie and Lynn Marie Malanfant Revocable

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$453,500
Interest Rate
6.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 1999
Sold by
Malanfant Lynn Marie and Lynn Marie Malanfant Revocable
Bought by
Olsen Jon C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$453,500
Interest Rate
6.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 1997
Sold by
Olsen Jon C and Malanfant Lynn M
Bought by
Malanfant Lynn Marie and Lynn Marie Malanfant Revocable

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1996
Sold by
West Bradford E and West Sara Jane
Bought by
Olsen Jon C and Malanfant Lynn M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $3,413,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $3,200,000 Chicago Title
Deed $2,475,000 First American Title
Deed $2,422,000 Ticor
Warranty Deed $700,000 Ticor Title Insurance Compan
Deed $700,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Trustee Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $575,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,475,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,650,000 Construction
Previous Owner $450,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $453,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $460,000 No Value Available
Closed $960,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold $3,412,797 -7.7% $638 / Sq Ft
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $3,699,000 +15.6% $692 / Sq Ft
03/14/2024 03/14/24 Sold $3,200,000 -1.5% $598 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/09/2024 02/09/24 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2024 02/06/24 For Sale $3,250,000 +25.2% $608 / Sq Ft
05/26/2021 05/26/21 For Sale $2,595,000 +4.8% $485 / Sq Ft
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Sold $2,475,000 -- $463 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
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 $52,015 $797,632 $227,771 $569,861
2023 $48,582 $713,864 $203,850 $510,014
2022 $48,582 $686,755 $196,109 $490,646
2021 $46,894 $680,832 $194,418 $486,414
2020 $45,875 $684,597 $195,493 $489,104
2019 $44,232 $672,030 $191,904 $480,126
2018 $43,486 $677,932 $215,198 $462,734
2017 $43,127 $666,600 $211,601 $454,999
2016 $43,861 $668,707 $201,410 $467,297
2015 $43,559 $629,668 $189,652 $440,016
2014 $35,043 $505,999 $170,269 $335,730
2012 $32,823 $510,388 $171,746 $338,642
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12431408

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-303-018