Seller's Agent in 2025
Winfield Cohen
Keller Williams Success Realty
(847) 772-8453
1 in this area
281 Total Sales
617 Smith Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,800
Sq Ft
$145/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Spa
- Landscaped Professionally
- Bonus Room
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of April 2025Meticulously maintained 3-bedroom townhome located on quiet, dead end street! Updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and tile backsplash! Updated primary bath with granite vanity and tile shower! NEW roof! NEW vinyl siding! NEW driveway! FRESH paint! Windows have also been replaced! Finished basement adds additional living space! Spacious fenced backyard! Highly Lake Bluff school district and Lake Forest High School! Don't miss out!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Success Realty License #475124153 Listed on: 01/30/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,619
Year Built
- Built in 1974
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 52x124x52x124
- End Unit
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
HOA Fees
- $145 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Half Duplex
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Shake Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,800 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Attached Fireplace Door
- Window Screens
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Family or Dining Combination
- Bonus Room
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Home Security
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Shed
Schools
- Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Lake Bluff Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include lawn care, scavenger
- 2 Units
- Associa Chicago Association, Phone Number (847) 490-3833
- Property managed by Associa Chicago
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 30, 2025
Closed on
Apr 15, 2025
Sold by
Yaping Zou Revocable Living Trust and Chao Wang Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
Shi Xiuzhong and Wu Haiyan
Seller's Agent
Winfield Cohen
Keller Williams Success Realty
Buyer's Agent
Wei-Chen Yang
City and Field Real Estate
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.43%
Views
284
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
$28,377
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.36%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 25, 2023
Sold by
Zou Yaping and Zou Chao
Bought by
Yaping Zou Revocable Living Trust and Chao Wang Revocable Living Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 6, 2013
Closed on
Nov 14, 2013
Sold by
Judith Nlisinow Benjamin and Judith Nlisinow
Bought by
Wang Chao and Zou Yaping
Seller's Agent
Jane Lee
RE/MAX Top Performers
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Wong
Great Homes Real Estate, Inc
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$213,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,000
-9.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.94%
Original Mortgage
$170,400
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2006
Sold by
Myers Susan M
Bought by
Nusinow Benjamin and Nusinow Judith
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 1996
Sold by
Grube Sharon L and Bridges Sharon L
Bought by
Bridges Sharon L and Grube Sharon L
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
7.36%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $355,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $213,000 | Saturn Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $277,000 | Burnet Title Llc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $170,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Sold | $355,000 | +1.4% | $197 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/29/2025 03/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/21/2025 03/21/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | 0.0% | $194 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/16/2025 02/16/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | 0.0% | $194 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/09/2025 02/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/30/2025 01/30/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +64.3% | $194 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/15/2013 11/15/13 | Sold | $213,000 | -9.4% | $111 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/26/2013 09/26/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/06/2013 09/06/13 | For Sale | $235,000 | -- | $122 / 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 | $5,055 | $86,376 | $15,398 | $70,978 |
| 2023 | $5,055 | $79,624 | $14,194 | $65,430 |
| 2022 | $5,163 | $81,060 | $14,110 | $66,950 |
| 2021 | $5,054 | $80,361 | $13,988 | $66,373 |
| 2020 | $5,657 | $91,425 | $14,067 | $77,358 |
| 2019 | $5,456 | $89,747 | $13,809 | $75,938 |
| 2018 | $4,793 | $80,722 | $15,128 | $65,594 |
| 2017 | $4,711 | $79,373 | $14,875 | $64,498 |
| 2016 | $4,528 | $75,551 | $14,159 | $61,392 |
| 2015 | $4,461 | $71,140 | $13,332 | $57,808 |
| 2014 | $4,470 | $69,950 | $17,954 | $51,996 |
| 2012 | $4,089 | $70,557 | $18,110 | $52,447 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Winfield Cohen
-
Wei-Chen Yang
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Wei-Chen Yang
City and Field Real Estate
(847) 650-5991
1 in this area
6 Total Sales
-
Jane Lee
Seller's Agent in 2013
Jane Lee
RE/MAX
(847) 420-8866
11 in this area
2,287 Total Sales
-
T
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Thomas Wong
Great Homes Real Estate, Inc
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12280844
APN: 12-18-401-007
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