NOT LISTED FOR SALE

425 E Blodgett Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Estimated Value: $1,037,000 - $1,112,766

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,094 Sq Ft
$516/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 18, 2024

Last sale price $1,050,000 $501 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,098/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • Recreation Room
  • Corner Lot
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mud Room

About This Home

As of October 2024

Buyer defaulted so here is your chance! Welcome to your dream home in picturesque East Lake Bluff! Just a few blocks from the shores of Lake Michigan, this wonderful brick ranch is the epitome of peaceful living. As you step inside, you are greeted by stunning new white oak floors that flow seamlessly throughout the open living spaces. The layout has been meticulously designed to create a perfect flow, ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The heart of the home is the top-of-the-line kitchen, thoughtfully renovated in 2020 featuring custom cabinetry, exquisite white quartz countertops, Wolf Range, Bosch built in refrigerator and Micro-Drawer, Miele dishwasher, a fabulous welcoming island-a culinary enthusiast's paradise. The inviting family room adjacent to the kitchen is perfectly situated for comfort and entertaining. The gorgeous living room, and light-filled dining area complete the wonderful living space. The primary suite is a true retreat, located at one end of the home for ultimate privacy. It boasts a spacious walk-in closet and an updated primary bath, offering a serene escape at the end of the day. Adjacent to the primary suite is a versatile office , providing the perfect space for work or relaxation. On the opposite side of the home from the primary suite, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a lovely bath. The finished basement is fantastic space, featuring a rec room, studio, third full bath, workshop area, and an incredibly large storage room. Experience the perfect blend of style and functionality in this exceptional property complete with lovely patio, landscaping, 2 car attached garage. This lovely brick ranch is more than just a house; it's a lifestyle. Don't miss the opportunity to make this stunning East Lake Bluff residence your forever home. Schedule your private showing today and experience the perfect blend of serenity and sophistication!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daria Andrews

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475105041 Listed on: 09/03/2024

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

John Wesley Ingold

Compass License #475188709

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,399

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 129 x 100 x 129
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • 2,094 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,399

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
  • LivingArea: 2094
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Office, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Mud Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • 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

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 129 X 100 X 129
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18399.42
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 3, 2024
Closed on
Oct 18, 2024
Sold by
French Leroy L and French Margaret B
Bought by
Wilkins Living Trust and Wilkins
Seller's Agent
Daria Andrews
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
John Wesley Ingold
Compass
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-4.55%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$1,080,192

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$30,192
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.15%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$791,217
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$288,975

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2019
Closed on
Jul 16, 2019
Sold by
Holmes Glenn and Holmes Jodie
Bought by
French Leroy L and French Margaret B
Seller's Agent
Kendelle Cornette
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Daria Andrews
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$649,999
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,999
-3.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 1998
Sold by
Nesbit Elizabeth and Elizabeth Nesbit Trust
Bought by
Holmes Glenn and Holmes Jodie

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
6.72%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 1998
Sold by
Barr Elinor N and The Elinor N Barr Declaration
Bought by
Nesbit Elizabeth and Elizabeth Nesbit Trust

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
6.72%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wilkins Living Trust $1,050,000 Proper Title
Wilkins Living Trust $1,050,000 Proper Title
French Leroy L $630,000 First American Title
Holmes Glenn $424,000 --
Nesbit Elizabeth $400,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wilkins Living Trust $800,000
Closed Wilkins Living Trust $800,000
Previous Owner Holmes Glenn $225,000
Previous Owner Nesbit Elizabeth $395,000
Closed Nesbit Elizabeth $395,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/18/2024 10/18/24 Sold $1,050,000 -4.5% $501 / Sq Ft
09/06/2024 09/06/24 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2024 09/03/24 For Sale $1,100,000 +74.6% $525 / Sq Ft
07/22/2019 07/22/19 Sold $630,000 -3.1% $230 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/13/2019 06/13/19 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2019 06/07/19 For Sale $649,999 -- $237 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $18,399 $282,608 $169,837 $112,771
2023 $16,177 $260,517 $156,561 $103,956
2022 $16,177 $234,675 $141,031 $93,644
2021 $15,611 $232,651 $139,815 $92,836
2020 $15,272 $233,937 $140,588 $93,349
2019 $14,725 $229,642 $138,007 $91,635
2018 $14,610 $231,908 $152,483 $79,425
2017 $14,365 $228,031 $149,934 $78,097
2016 $13,843 $217,049 $142,713 $74,336
2015 $13,723 $204,377 $134,381 $69,996
2014 $10,468 $157,099 $120,646 $36,453
2012 $9,826 $158,462 $121,693 $36,769
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12153427

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-202-018

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