NOT LISTED FOR SALE

344 E Scranton Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Estimated Value: $1,245,000 - $1,381,299

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,714 Sq Ft
$478/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 14, 2024

Last sale price $1,205,000 $444 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,803/month

161 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Community Lake
  • Property is near a park
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • French Provincial Architecture
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of May 2024

Built in 2005, this charming & meticulously maintained home blends the best of classic tradition with all of today's modern amenities. Located in desirable East Lake Bluff, it is close to town, parks & 2 blocks from Lake Michigan. Welcoming entry opens up to arched doorways, gleaming oak floors & tray ceilings with exquisite millwork. Plenty of space for entertaining in the vaulted ceiling kitchen & family room. Step out on the patio for some sun or enjoy privacy in the fully fenced, low maintenance yard. Whole house generator comes in handy. All bedrooms are en suite. Finished lower level with theater, wet bar, full bath & large bonus bedroom/game room/private screening room/exercise room/man, woman, or kid's cave... Enjoy all that Lake Bluff has to offer & get ready to be on the 4th of July Parade Route!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kim Shortsle

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475168103 Listed on: 11/13/2023

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Carleigh Mia Goldsberry

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475167724

Last Buyer's Agent

Emily Sachs Wong

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475104005

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,670

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 6,273 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 49 x 124
  • Fenced Yard
  • Mature Trees

Parking

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

Home Design

  • French Provincial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,714 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

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

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Power Generator
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Multiple Water Heaters

Additional Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Property is near a park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,670

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: French Provincial
  • 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): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 2714
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Radon Mitigation System, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters
  • Room Type: Office, Recreation Room, Exercise Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,Rec/Family Area
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 1299000
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: None
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Brick
  • 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: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Multiple Locations, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • 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
  • Middle/Junior School District: 65

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.144
  • Lot Dimensions: 49 X 124
  • 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: 24670
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 13, 2023
Closed on
May 9, 2024
Sold by
Sue Stevens Revocable Trust and Stevens Sue
Bought by
Churchfield Jason and Churchfield Allison
Seller's Agent
Kim Shortsle
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Emily Sachs Wong
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,425,000
Sold Price
$1,205,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$220,000
-15.44%
Total Days on Market
161
Views
234
Current Estimated Value
$1,298,075

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$93,075
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.34%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2013
Closed on
Jun 21, 2013
Sold by
Cochran William D and Cochran Amy B
Bought by
Stevens Sue and Sue Stevens Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Michele Wilson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Trace
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,089,000
Sold Price
$1,005,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,000
-7.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.68%
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2009
Sold by
Lapins Ronald M and Sheldon Pamela J
Bought by
Cochran William D and Cochran Amy B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2005
Sold by
Andrasz Albert and Andrasz Jan
Bought by
Lapins Ronald M and Sheldon Pamela J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,390
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2003
Sold by
Ross Steven and Ross Stacie
Bought by
Andrasz Albert and Andrasz Jan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2001
Sold by
Persak Casimer and Persak Burian
Bought by
Ross Steven and Ross Stacie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 1995
Sold by
Persak Burian M
Bought by
Persak Casimer and Persak Burian
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
Churchfield Jason $1,205,000 None Listed On Document
Stevens Sue $1,005,000 Multiple
Cochran William D $1,050,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Lapins Ronald M $1,055,000 Multiple
Andrasz Albert $407,500 --
Ross Steven $385,000 --
Persak Casimer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Stevens Sue $50,000
Previous Owner Stevens Sue $700,000
Previous Owner Cochran William D $710,000
Previous Owner Cochran William D $720,000
Previous Owner Cochran William D $370,500
Previous Owner Cochran William D $417,000
Previous Owner Lapins Ronald M $200,000
Previous Owner Lapins Ronald M $190,390
Previous Owner Lapins Ronald M $750,000
Previous Owner Andrasz Albert $716,000
Previous Owner Andrasz Albert $305,000
Previous Owner Ross Steven $275,000
Closed Ross Steven $90,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2024 05/14/24 Sold $1,205,000 -7.2% $444 / Sq Ft
04/23/2024 04/23/24 Pending -- -- --
04/20/2024 04/20/24 Price Changed $1,299,000 -7.1% $479 / Sq Ft
02/12/2024 02/12/24 Price Changed $1,399,000 -1.8% $515 / Sq Ft
11/13/2023 11/13/23 For Sale $1,425,000 +41.8% $525 / Sq Ft
06/24/2013 06/24/13 Sold $1,005,000 -5.1% $370 / Sq Ft
05/19/2013 05/19/13 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2013 04/29/13 Price Changed $1,059,000 -2.8% $390 / Sq Ft
04/08/2013 04/08/13 For Sale $1,089,000 -- $401 / 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 $30,198 $401,626 $99,696 $301,930
2023 $24,670 $422,446 $91,903 $330,543
2022 $24,670 $354,742 $77,174 $277,568
2021 $23,810 $351,682 $76,508 $275,174
2020 $23,292 $353,627 $76,931 $276,696
2019 $22,458 $347,136 $75,519 $271,617
2018 $23,489 $372,242 $82,730 $289,512
2017 $23,292 $366,020 $81,347 $284,673
2016 $22,458 $348,391 $77,429 $270,962
2015 $22,279 $328,052 $72,909 $255,143
2014 $20,506 $302,045 $65,457 $236,588
2012 $19,228 $304,665 $66,025 $238,640
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11925872

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-113-023