531 E Scranton Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,497
Sq Ft
9,148
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Water Views
- Colonial Architecture
- Recreation Room
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- 5-minute walk to Ravine Park
About This Home
As of April 2020Updated quintessential Lake Bluff Beach House situated just 1.5 blocks (or 10 houses) from beach! Loaded w/ character & charm this home features amazing Great room with tall ceilings, built-in's & awesome fireplace giving off a moody feel. It is rumored that Al Capone hung out in this "Ballroom" during the prohibition years. Beautiful Living and Dining room with lovely built-ins just beam w/ natural sunlight! White kitchen showcases subway back splash, window to the backyard & eat-in table space too! Over the top Sun room/Greenhouse offers that extra "get-away" space to relax in or get an early start to your garden! Four generously proportioned bedrooms all with hardwood flooring and two full, beautifully updated white baths on the second floor! Nicely finished lower level complete with bath too! One of LB's largest lots is south facing w/ stone paver patio and walkway! Neutral decor and stunning new light fixtures throughout! Available for rent @ $4500/month with a long term lease.
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475128690
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,923
Year Built
- 1925
Lot Details
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Great Room
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
- Storm Screens
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
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- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
Partially Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
Utilities
- SpacePak Central Air
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- $5,500 Seller Concession
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 19, 2020
Closed on
Mar 25, 2020
Sold by
Reidy Daniel P and Duda Sherry J
Bought by
Hrusovsky Anthony and Nicastro Kelly Y
Seller's Agent
Tracy Wurster
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Megan Zarling
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-3.56%
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
$492,075
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.05%
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Outstanding Balance
$201,043
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$919,085
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 4, 2013
Closed on
Dec 20, 2013
Sold by
Allen David P and Allen Stephanie C
Bought by
Reidy Daniel P and Duda Sherry J
Seller's Agent
Nancy Touhy Statza
Griffith, Grant & Lackie
Buyer's Agent
Diane Reidy
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$815,000
Sold Price
$746,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$68,500
-8.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.59%
Original Mortgage
$597,200
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2004
Sold by
Wittman Scott C and Wittman Dana L
Bought by
Allen David P and Allen Stephanie C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,250
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1999
Sold by
How Philip H and How Gayle L
Bought by
Wittman Scott C and Wittman Dana L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
7.12%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $675,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $746,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $880,000 | St | |
| Warranty Deed | $580,000 | Burnet Title Llc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $225,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $586,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $14,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $597,200 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $284,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $286,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $284,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $284,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2020 04/01/20 | Sold | $675,000 | 0.0% | $270 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2019 08/01/19 | Rented | $3,900 | -13.3% | -- |
| 07/13/2019 07/13/19 | For Rent | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/18/2019 04/18/19 | For Sale | $699,900 | -6.2% | $280 / Sq Ft |
| 12/20/2013 12/20/13 | Sold | $746,500 | -8.4% | $299 / Sq Ft |
| 11/14/2013 11/14/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/04/2013 11/04/13 | For Sale | $815,000 | -- | $326 / 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 | $16,923 | $312,899 | $149,816 | $163,083 |
| 2023 | $15,541 | $262,218 | $125,550 | $136,668 |
| 2022 | $15,541 | $247,454 | $118,481 | $128,973 |
| 2021 | $14,998 | $223,740 | $117,459 | $106,281 |
| 2020 | $14,672 | $224,978 | $118,109 | $106,869 |
| 2019 | $16,251 | $252,822 | $115,941 | $136,881 |
| 2018 | $8,082 | $236,938 | $128,440 | $108,498 |
| 2017 | $17,003 | $268,814 | $126,293 | $142,521 |
| 2016 | $16,389 | $255,867 | $120,210 | $135,657 |
| 2015 | $16,252 | $240,929 | $113,192 | $127,737 |
| 2014 | $16,043 | $237,601 | $101,622 | $135,979 |
| 2012 | $15,048 | $239,663 | $102,504 | $137,159 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Tracy Wurster
Seller's Agent in 2020
Tracy Wurster
Compass
(312) 972-2515
11 in this area
95 Total Sales
-
Megan Zarling
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Megan Zarling
@ Properties
2 Total Sales
-
Annie Lenzke
A
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Annie Lenzke
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 414-4045
31 in this area
77 Total Sales
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2013
Nancy Touhy Statza
Griffith, Grant & Lackie
-
Diane Reidy
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Diane Reidy
@ Properties
(847) 207-0556
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10683122
APN: 12-21-214-006
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