Seller's Agent in 2024
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
(847) 530-3098
31 in this area
160 Total Sales
520 Forest Cove Rd Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Estimated Value: $3,379,000 - $3,685,000
6
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,637
Sq Ft
$629/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water Views
- 1.46 Acre Lot
- Mature Trees
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of February 2024Nestled at the end of a serene cul-de-sac, enveloped by towering, mature trees, and enjoying lake views from its position just one house away from Lake Michigan, this custom-built, 6 bedrooms/4-full and 1-half bath home on a secluded 1.5-acre parcel encapsulates the best of everything North Shore living has to offer. With the kitchen and numerous rooms offering year-round partial views of the lake, easy access to the beach, schools, town, and train station by foot or bike, abundant outdoor entertainment spaces, and an array of sunlit offices and study areas, this home epitomizes modern family living. The kitchen, awash in natural light, is ideal for hosting large gatherings with its top-tier commercial appliances, dual sinks, ovens, dishwashers, a supplementary storage pantry, a butler's pantry, and a formal dining room. Step into a unique walled garden sanctuary surrounded by blue stone hardscapes, a screened porch with heated floor, and an outdoor shower. The second floor, bathed in natural light, offers five bedrooms and ample space and privacy for family and guests. The master bedroom features a wood-burning fireplace, steam shower, coffee/wine bar, and his-and-hers walk-in closets. The third floor, with lake views, can serve as an office, playroom, lounge, or a tranquil retreat. The lower level encompasses a completely remodeled laundry room with new double washers/dryers, expansive storage areas, a versatile recreation space, and comprehensive workout facilities for the entire family. All-brick custom construction spanning four floors of living space, additional highlights include a first-floor office or 6th bedroom with a full bath, a large mudroom with a dog wash, an oversized, heated, three-car attached garage with direct basement access, and your own private meditation trail weaving through the expansive property. The exterior was freshly painted in 2021, a new driveway was poured in 2018, and the current owners upgraded all landscape lighting, automated sprinkler systems, three gas furnaces, and two air conditioners. Professionally landscaped and maintained by Mariani Landscape. This property offers a rare blend of in-town convenience and North Shore seclusion, with year-round lake views in the heart of Chicago's Northshore. Currently, in just the second ownership, this home was designed by architect Rob Douglass and built by Traditional Concepts Builders. Interior design by Teresa Manns Design.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $58,327
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 1.46 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 149x251x220x250x20
- Cul-De-Sac
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Mature Trees
- Garden
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 5,637 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Central Vacuum
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Screened Porch
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Steam Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
- Laundry Chute
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Lake Bluff Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Two Heating Systems
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 16, 2023
Closed on
Jan 22, 2024
Sold by
Trust Number 8002359893
Bought by
Ann A Mazza Trust and Hugh James Mazza Trust
Seller's Agent
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sue Carey
Baird & Warner
List Price
$3,400,000
Sold Price
$3,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-5.88%
Views
335
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
$343,156
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2012
Sold by
Evans Paul T and Evans Deborah A
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 14, 2004
Sold by
Evans Paul T and Evans Deborah A
Bought by
Evans Paul T and Evans Deborah A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 1996
Sold by
Mowry William A and Mowry Mary D
Bought by
Evans Paul T and Evans Deborah A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann A Mazza Trust | $3,200,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Chicago Title Land Trust Company | $1,850,000 | Chicago Title Land Trust Com | |
| Evans Paul T | -- | -- | |
| Evans Paul T | $550,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Chicago Title Land Trust Company | $60,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Evans Paul T | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Evans Paul T | $750,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Evans Paul T | $1,500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/16/2024 02/16/24 | Sold | $3,200,000 | -5.9% | $568 / Sq Ft |
| 12/29/2023 12/29/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/16/2023 10/16/23 | For Sale | $3,400,000 | -- | $603 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $71,481 | $1,072,891 | $325,212 | $747,679 |
| 2023 | $58,327 | $989,022 | $299,790 | $689,232 |
| 2022 | $58,327 | $830,513 | $251,743 | $578,770 |
| 2021 | $56,297 | $823,350 | $249,572 | $573,778 |
| 2020 | $55,069 | $827,903 | $250,952 | $576,951 |
| 2019 | $53,101 | $812,705 | $246,345 | $566,360 |
| 2018 | $46,948 | $737,956 | $277,960 | $459,996 |
| 2017 | $46,557 | $725,621 | $273,314 | $452,307 |
| 2016 | $44,908 | $690,673 | $260,150 | $430,523 |
| 2015 | $44,574 | $650,351 | $244,962 | $405,389 |
| 2014 | $41,924 | $611,302 | $219,926 | $391,376 |
| 2012 | $44,654 | $700,028 | $221,834 | $478,194 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alissa McNicholas
-
Lori Baker
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Lori Baker
Compass
(847) 863-1791
30 in this area
165 Total Sales
-
Sue Carey
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Sue Carey
Baird Warner
(847) 367-1855
2 in this area
23 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11903099
APN: 12-21-402-078
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