701 E Center Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Estimated payment $25,869/month
Total Views
1,627
4
Beds
6
Baths
5,043
Sq Ft
$783
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Spa
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Wood Flooring
- Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- 3-minute walk to Sunrise Park and Beach
About This Home
This rare east Lake Bluff treasure offers a singular opportunity to live one block from Lake Michigan in a spectacular, fully renovated classic 1927 home. Situated on nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds, this private in-town oasis, is just steps to the beach, town and train. Completely and thoughtfully renovated/expanded by LaDuke, seamlessly blending timeless craftmanship & character with modern convenience. Special attention was given to maintaining the historic details & charm of the original home, while achieving modern comfort w/newer windows, mechanicals, plumbing & electrical. The exceptional first floor layout features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances & large center island, a spectacular family room w/fireplace & access to the delightful screened porch w/fireplace & views of the beautiful backyard. The first floor also has handsome living & dining rooms, a lovely paneled den, a well-appointed mud room opening to the heated garage plus 2 half baths. Upstairs the primary suite is truly a private sanctuary including a spacious bedroom w/lovely fireplace, window seat, handsome built-in cabinetry & access to a deck w/seasonal lake views, a luxurious bath w/heated floors, soaking tub, separate shower & generous storage, plus a private office/sitting room & 2 enormous walk-in closets (7x21 & 12x9). The second floor also features 3 large additional bedrooms, a beautiful hall bath & an ensuite one, plus a laundry room. The expanded basement boasts a deep pour recreation room, a second laundry room, a half bath, plus additional play & storage rooms. This home is as delightful outside as indoors w/lushly landscaped grounds, flagstone walkways & patio, an in-ground spa & charming covered areas. Too many improvements to list, but most notable include a new DaVinci Select Shake roof, chimney tuckpointing & second floor decks/railing rebuilt (2025). Truly perfection at every turn.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $54,151
Year Built
- Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2008
Lot Details
- 0.45 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 160 x 124
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 5,043 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Play Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Balcony
- Patio
Schools
- Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Lake Bluff Middle School
- Lake Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $53,931 | $766,590 | $178,788 | $587,802 |
| 2023 | $49,521 | $748,157 | $149,829 | $598,328 |
| 2022 | $49,521 | $706,035 | $141,393 | $564,642 |
| 2021 | $47,798 | $699,945 | $140,173 | $559,772 |
| 2020 | $46,755 | $703,816 | $140,948 | $562,868 |
| 2019 | $45,084 | $690,897 | $138,361 | $552,536 |
| 2018 | $22,181 | $647,498 | $154,660 | $492,838 |
| 2017 | $40,496 | $636,675 | $152,075 | $484,600 |
| 2016 | $39,059 | $606,011 | $144,751 | $461,260 |
| 2015 | $38,766 | $570,631 | $136,300 | $434,331 |
| 2014 | $40,280 | $576,444 | $122,369 | $454,075 |
| 2012 | $35,231 | $577,162 | $123,431 | $453,731 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2025 09/01/25 | For Sale | $3,950,000 | -- | $783 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $1,725,000 | Ticor Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,360,000 | Assumption | |
| Closed | $800,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Closed | $800,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $1,225,000 | Construction | |
| Closed | $1,380,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in Lake Bluff, IL
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12447348
APN: 12-21-221-001
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