NOT LISTED FOR SALE

718 Birch Rd Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Estimated Value: $1,820,334 - $2,230,000

6 Beds
7 Baths
5,500 Sq Ft
$357/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2018

Last sale price $1,737,500 $316 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,076/month

125 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Recreation Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Wooded Lot
  • English Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2018

Incredible value! Lives and looks like new construction, inside and out. The gorgeous kitchen includes painted white cabinets topped with sculpted white Carrera marble tops. The professional appliance package includes Miele dishwasher, a Wolf cooktop with double oven and stainless hood, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer and bar with wine cooler. The kitchen opens to an oversized eating area with fireplace and incredible family room with 21 foot tall vaulted ceilings with views of the large, professionally landscaped rear yard. The unique, Brazilian Cherry floors are finished with a dark expresso finish that matches most any decor. A first floor guest suite is ideal for visiting guests. Each bath in the home is finished in white marble as well. The master bedroom suite is perfect and includes a steam shower, Bain Ultra therapy tub with remote and perfectly outfitted his and her closets. The lower level features a wine room and large recreation room. Great outdoor space w/bluestone patio!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brad Andersen

Compass License #471005011 Listed on: 02/07/2018

Compass

Co-Listed By

Brady Andersen

Compass License #475132603

Last Buyer's Agent

Jean Anderson

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475124065

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $33,417

Year Built | Renovated

  • 2008 | 2008

Lot Details

  • East or West Exposure
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • English Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Bar Fridge
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Bar Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Steam Shower
  • Shower Body Spray
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$33,417

Year Built | Renovated

2008 | 2008

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 6-10 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rebuilt(yn): Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2008
  • Rehab Year: 2008
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 6.1
  • Style Of House: English
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 2008
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Year Renovated: 2008

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 2nd Floor Laundry
  • Number Of Rooms: 11
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 6
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 6
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 9X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 21X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 19X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet, Pantry-Walk-in
  • Additional Rooms: Eating Area, Mud Room, 5th Bedroom, 6th Bedroom, Recreation Room, Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X17, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 19X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Mud, Dimensions: 5X5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 3 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 15X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 4 Name: 6th Bdrm, Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 23X19, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 35X22, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 12X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 5500
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X19, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stucco
  • Roof Type: Wood Shakes/Shingles
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Patio
  • Exposure: E (East)
  • Acreage: 0.4807

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 400 Amp Service or Greater
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 115
  • Elementary School: LAKE BLUFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: LAKE BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • High School: LAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 65

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75X279.3
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
  • Parcel Identification Number: 12212020140000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 27689.58

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2018
Closed on
Aug 16, 2018
Sold by
Zak Thomas E and Zak Josephine W
Bought by
Joseph Phillip D and Joseph Colleen
Seller's Agent
Brad Andersen
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jean Anderson
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,899,000
Sold Price
$1,737,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$161,500
-8.5%
Current Estimated Value
$1,962,111

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$224,611
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.70%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$521,076
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$1,441,035

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2005
Sold by
Storms Stephen Lawrence and Declaration Of Trust Of Agatha
Bought by
Zak Thomas E and Zak Josephine W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2003
Sold by
Storms Agatha A and Lawrence Storms R
Bought by
Storms Storms Stephen Lawrence Stephen Lawrence and Storms Agatha A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 1994
Sold by
Firstar Bank West Na
Bought by
Storms R Lawrence and Storms Agatha A
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Joseph Phillip D $1,737,500 Chicago Title
Zak Thomas E $850,000 --
Storms Storms Stephen Lawrence Stephen Lawrence -- --
Storms R Lawrence $492,500 Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Joseph Phillip D $600,000
Previous Owner Zak Thomas E $680,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/16/2018 08/16/18 Sold $1,737,500 -8.5% $316 / Sq Ft
06/12/2018 06/12/18 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2018 02/07/18 For Sale $1,899,000 -- $345 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $33,417 $466,620 $195,223 $271,397
2023 $32,585 $466,620 $176,433 $290,187
2022 $32,585 $466,620 $166,500 $300,120
2021 $35,480 $521,117 $165,064 $356,053
2020 $34,707 $523,999 $165,977 $358,022
2019 $33,466 $514,380 $162,930 $351,450
2018 $27,923 $441,371 $182,434 $258,937
2017 $27,690 $433,993 $179,384 $254,609
2016 $26,701 $413,090 $170,744 $242,346
2015 $26,493 $388,974 $160,776 $228,198
2014 $24,936 $365,999 $144,344 $221,655
2012 $23,377 $369,174 $145,596 $223,578
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09804003

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-21-202-014