Seller's Agent in 2023
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 441-4128
50 in this area
770 Total Sales
538 E Center Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Estimated Value: $1,378,554 - $1,439,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,590
Sq Ft
$545/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 4-minute walk to Ravine Park
About This Home
As of June 2023This distinctive classic vintage home is beautifully situated just two blocks from Lake Michigan in east Lake Bluff. The rarely found oversized .29 acre property was transformed by LEED certified designer and landscape architect Kris Barker. The outdoor living space includes a fabulous front porch overlooking the boulevard of Center Avenue, a fenced backyard with a manicured grass area perfect for bocce ball, a dining space, and a fire pit area all accented by maintenance free grasses and trees handpicked by the designer. This modern vintage home just keeps getting better. The serene primary suite was created in 2015 with a private entryway, custom designed closets, and a striking new bathroom with a custom double vanity with quartzite top, slipper bathtub, and luxe shower. The open kitchen, great room, and bonus office was designed by architect Celeste Robbins in 2012, whose work has been featured in architectural digest. Many additional improvements throughout the home include designer paint, high end light fixtures, bathroom updates, new roof in 2018, rebuilt chimney and installed gas blower fireplace with marble surround and custom mantle, and so much more. The following vintage detailing beautifully complements the improvements made to the home: 10 foot ceilings on the first floor, fine millwork, tall windows, and quarter sawn oak hardwood flooring throughout. One would be hard pressed to find a light filled modern day vintage home with magazine worthy contemporary design updates at this value.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475122904 Listed on: 03/25/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,263
Year Built
- Built in 1902 | Remodeled in 2016
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 96x125
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,590 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling height of 10 feet or more
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Lake Bluff Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2024
Sold by
Funk Thomas and Funk Anne
Bought by
Funk Declaration Of Trust and Funk
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 8, 2014
Closed on
Jul 30, 2015
Sold by
Burkoth Timothy S and Ren Yayu
Bought by
Tilot Ryan and Tilot Lauren
Seller's Agent
Jean Royster
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jean Royster
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$829,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-4.7%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.74%
Original Mortgage
$711,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 4, 2011
Sold by
Kreitzer Michael H and Michael H Kreitzer Trust
Bought by
Burkoth Timothy S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$563,500
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2006
Sold by
Kreitzer Michael H and Kreitzer Martha Ann
Bought by
Kreitzer Michael H and Kreitzer Martha A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funk Declaration Of Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Funk Declaration Of Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Tilot Ryan | $790,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Burkoth Timothy S | $805,000 | None Available | |
| Kreitzer Michael H | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Tilot Ryan | $711,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Burkoth Timothy S | $563,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/29/2023 06/29/23 | Sold | $1,195,000 | 0.0% | $461 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/28/2023 03/28/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/25/2023 03/25/23 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | +51.3% | $461 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/14/2015 08/14/15 | Sold | $790,000 | -4.7% | $305 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/30/2015 06/30/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/30/2015 04/30/15 | For Sale | $829,000 | 0.0% | $320 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/24/2015 04/24/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/14/2015 04/14/15 | Price Changed | $829,000 | -7.6% | $320 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/25/2015 03/25/15 | Price Changed | $897,000 | -7.8% | $346 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/17/2014 11/17/14 | Price Changed | $973,000 | -4.5% | $376 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/08/2014 10/08/14 | For Sale | $1,019,000 | -- | $393 / 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 | $19,404 | $327,319 | $174,551 | $152,768 |
| 2023 | $17,888 | $274,302 | $146,278 | $128,024 |
| 2022 | $17,888 | $258,859 | $138,043 | $120,816 |
| 2021 | $17,263 | $256,626 | $136,852 | $119,774 |
| 2020 | $16,888 | $258,045 | $137,609 | $120,436 |
| 2019 | $16,283 | $253,308 | $135,083 | $118,225 |
| 2018 | $16,615 | $265,081 | $150,798 | $114,283 |
| 2017 | $16,598 | $260,650 | $148,277 | $112,373 |
| 2016 | $15,879 | $248,097 | $141,136 | $106,961 |
| 2015 | $15,984 | $233,613 | $132,896 | $100,717 |
| 2014 | $16,073 | $232,088 | $119,313 | $112,775 |
| 2012 | $15,055 | $234,101 | $120,348 | $113,753 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dawn McKenna
-
Rachel Krueger
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Rachel Krueger
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(312) 751-0300
1 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Jean Royster
J
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jean Royster
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 234-8000
5 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
Annie Lenzke
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Annie Lenzke
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 414-4045
25 in this area
58 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11745339
APN: 12-21-214-019
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