Bridget Fritz
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 300-7325
71 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$1,575,000 Price
621 E Prospect Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Lake Bluff AreaEstimated Value: $1,781,324
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
3,878
Sq Ft
$459/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Landscaped Professionally
- 5-minute walk to Sunrise Park and Beach
About This Home
As of July 2025Rare offering in East Lake Bluff with seasonal Lake Michigan views. This oversized corner lot, just a block from the lake, features a stately brick colonial renovated by LaDuke Associates and landscaped by Chalet Nursery. The storybook entrance leads to a spacious dining room with a custom marble fireplace and French doors to the patio. The light-filled living room and primary suite offer lake views. All bedrooms are thoughtfully en-suite. The chef's kitchen includes high-end appliances, black soapstone counters, Italian glass lighting, and a cozy window seat. The deep-pour basement has a full bath and family room for extra living space, and the backyard oasis includes a fenced garden, three-tiered fountain, apple trees, outdoor shower, fire pit, and saltwater hot tub. With every detail thoughtfully crafted, this home is a rare gem in East Lake Bluff.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: (847) 987-5702 License #475168103 Listed on: 04/01/2025
Co-Listed By
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: (847) 987-5702 License #475167724
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $30,573
Year Built
- Built in 1930 | Remodeled in 2007
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 86x116
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shake Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 3,878 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
- Laundry Chute
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- 9 Foot Basement Ceiling Height
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Video Cameras
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Lake Bluff Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Laundry Facilities
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 1, 2025
Closed on
Jul 3, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kim Shortsle
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brad Andersen
Compass
List Price
$2,250,000
Sold Price
$1,753,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$497,000
-22.09%
Views
123
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
$28,324
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.51%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Lake Bluff, IL
-
Bridget Fritz
-
Joan Burny
Joan Burny
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 271-9502
76 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$485,000 Price
-
Anne Jacobs
Anne Jacobs
Responds QuicklyBaird & Warner
(224) 419-6315
112 Total Sales
13 in Lake Bluff
$346K - $1.4M Price Range
-
Chris Foss
Chris Foss
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 458-2637
38 Total Sales
2 in Lake Bluff
$560K - $1.7M Price Range
-
Darren Allen
Darren Allen
Real Broker LLC
(224) 507-1815
289 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$555,000 Price
-
Rafay Qamar
Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,068 Total Sales
1 in Lake Bluff
$1,350,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,753,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| $1,199,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | ||
| $1,199,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | ||
| $1,089,000 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | -- | ||
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $290,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $296,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $90,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Sold | $1,753,000 | -12.3% | $452 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Price Changed | $1,999,000 | -5.9% | $515 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2025 04/22/25 | Price Changed | $2,125,000 | -2.3% | $548 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2025 04/22/25 | Price Changed | $2,175,000 | -3.3% | $561 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | For Sale | $2,250,000 | +28.4% | $580 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2025 02/03/25 | Off Market | $1,753,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,566 | $556,050 | $170,035 | $386,015 |
| 2024 | $30,573 | $510,234 | $156,025 | $354,209 |
| 2023 | $28,121 | $427,589 | $130,753 | $296,836 |
| 2022 | $28,121 | $403,515 | $123,391 | $280,124 |
| 2021 | $27,140 | $400,035 | $122,327 | $277,708 |
| 2020 | $24,991 | $402,248 | $123,004 | $279,244 |
| 2019 | $24,115 | $394,864 | $120,746 | $274,118 |
| 2018 | $23,639 | $397,414 | $133,106 | $264,308 |
| 2017 | $23,441 | $390,771 | $130,881 | $259,890 |
| 2016 | $22,601 | $350,583 | $124,577 | $226,006 |
| 2015 | $22,421 | $330,116 | $117,304 | $212,812 |
| 2014 | $22,794 | $335,079 | $105,315 | $229,764 |
| 2012 | $19,850 | $337,986 | $106,229 | $231,757 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kim Shortsle
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kim Shortsle
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 987-5702
108 Total Sales
-
Carleigh Mia Goldsberry
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Carleigh Mia Goldsberry
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(224) 558-1993
67 Total Sales
-
Brad Andersen
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brad Andersen
Compass
(847) 650-3456
19 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12282965
APN: 12-21-223-059
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