Nancy Karp
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 287-9730
78 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$910,000 Price
333 E Center Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Lake Bluff AreaEstimated Value: $1,048,189
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,900
Sq Ft
$552/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Recreation Room
- Cottage
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Ravine Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Nestled in heart of tree-lined Center Ave, this thoughtfully updated East Lake Bluff home offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern comforts. Perfectly located between town and the lake, this home is a welcoming sanctuary with versatile spaces and elegant details. The roomy front porch greets you as you approach the home and is an ideal place to enjoy a relaxing afternoon. The open main level features an entryway with ample storage, a living room with original built-ins, fireplace, powder room, and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, island, and walk-in pantry. The light-filled dining area overlooks the stunning brick paver patio complete with a pergola, perfect for outdoor gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two full baths, including a serene primary suite with separate vanities and a generous walk-in closet. The finished basement offers an additional fourth bedroom and full bath, along with a media/rec room and a bar area ideal for entertaining. A very unique surprise feature of the home is the completely separate 2-car garage offering two additional levels. Second floor serving as a peaceful retreat for home office or studio, and also a lower level ready for a home gym, workshop, or the best literal garage band. With easy access to the beach, town, and train, this home is not just a place to live-it's a space designed for comfort, creativity, and community. The landscape and hardscape are beautifully completed, inviting you to step outside and enjoy your surroundings. Welcome to your New Haven!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475174043 Listed on: 04/10/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,854
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 6,186 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
Parking
- 2.5 Car Detached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cottage
Interior Spaces
- 1,900 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Dry Bar
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Schiewe Ryan R and Schiewe Brooke M
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Heather Fowler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rina Du Toit
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$985,000
Sold Price
$1,065,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
8.12%
Views
4
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
-$16,811
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.25%
Original Mortgage
$852,000
Outstanding Balance
$841,607
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$206,582
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 18, 2015
Closed on
Jan 29, 2016
Sold by
Moore Timothy E and Moore Renee C
Bought by
Schiewe Ryan R and Schiewe Brooke M
Seller's Agent
Kristen Esplin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Julie Morse
Keefe Real Estate
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$710,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-5.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.42%
Original Mortgage
$568,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 2004
Sold by
Batzer Laura M
Bought by
Moore Timothy E and Moore Renee C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$426,500
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 16, 1998
Sold by
Evert Thomas J and Evert Gerda
Bought by
Batzer Laura M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Lake Bluff, IL
-
Nancy Karp
-
Robert Safranski
Robert Safranski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(773) 832-5674
59 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$490,000 Price
-
Cecille Plurad
Cecille Plurad
Coldwell Banker Realty
(877) 761-6689
180 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$585,100 Price
-
Will Tveit
Will Tveit
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(312) 586-9316
43 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$620,000 Price
-
Flor Hasselbring
Flor Hasselbring
Compass
(224) 347-1846
63 Total Sales
7 in Lake Bluff
$355K - $3.9M Price Range
-
Michelle Nunez
Michelle Nunez
Baird & Warner
(224) 507-6323
221 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$625,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,065,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Schiewe Ryan R | $710,000 | Ct | |
| Moore Timothy E | $627,500 | -- | |
| Batzer Laura M | $425,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $852,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Schiewe Ryan R | $515,554 | |
| Previous Owner | Schiewe Ryan R | $552,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schiewe Ryan R | $568,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Moore Renee C | $380,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Moore Timothy E | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Moore Timothy E | $426,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Batzer Laura M | $204,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Batzer Laura M | $225,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | Sold | $1,065,000 | +8.1% | $561 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $985,000 | +38.7% | $518 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/29/2016 01/29/16 | Sold | $710,000 | -- | $374 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
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 | $17,975 | $293,349 | $105,495 | $187,854 |
| 2024 | $15,854 | $269,178 | $96,803 | $172,375 |
| 2023 | $15,854 | $225,579 | $81,124 | $144,455 |
| 2022 | $14,635 | $212,878 | $76,556 | $136,322 |
| 2021 | $14,123 | $211,042 | $75,896 | $135,146 |
| 2020 | $13,817 | $212,209 | $76,316 | $135,893 |
| 2019 | $13,321 | $208,313 | $74,915 | $133,398 |
| 2018 | $12,391 | $199,222 | $82,069 | $117,153 |
| 2017 | $12,285 | $195,892 | $80,697 | $115,195 |
| 2016 | $11,836 | $186,457 | $76,810 | $109,647 |
| 2015 | $10,300 | $154,897 | $72,326 | $82,571 |
| 2014 | $10,043 | $155,796 | $64,935 | $90,861 |
| 2012 | $9,434 | $157,147 | $65,498 | $91,649 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Heather Fowler
Seller's Agent in 2025
Heather Fowler
@ Properties
(773) 510-2525
86 Total Sales
-
Rina Du Toit
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Rina Du Toit
@ Properties
(847) 615-5061
14 Total Sales
-
Kristen Esplin
Seller's Agent in 2016
Kristen Esplin
@ Properties
(847) 502-4633
52 Total Sales
-
JM
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Julie Morse
Keefe Real Estate
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12331448
APN: 12-21-121-010
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