NOT LISTED FOR SALE

915 Muir Ave Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Estimated Value: $535,000 - $751,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,774 Sq Ft
$356/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 17, 2020

Last sale price $485,000 $273 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,222/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Ranch Style House
  • Lake Bluff Elementary School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2020

Once you walk up the brick paver walkway and step foot inside this newly renovated ranch, you will be totally impressed by its beauty and elegance! With over $200,000 in improvements and upgrades, this home is tailor-made for anyone looking for true quality craftmanship, comfort and serenity. The floor plan on this home is outstanding and perfect for large gatherings and the vaulted ceilings and skylights provide an open and airy feeling. Lovely hardwood floors flow throughout most of the rooms. The sun-filled kitchen sparkles with new white cabinetry, quartz counter tops and high-end stainless appliances. The family room is warm and inviting and accented by a handsome fireplace flanked with custom made book shelves. All three baths are beautifully done. Large basement is partially finished and has a rec room, fantastic 3rd full bath and tons of valuable storage space! The back yard is a true paradise and features a large tiered deck and a vast array of pretty shrubs and colorful perennials with accent lighting that creates relaxing ambiance in the evening. Other improvements in the last few years include: New roof, gutters, windows, exterior paint, brick paver walkway, over $30k in landscaping and so much more! 1/2 block from park. Close to shopping and Lake Bluff downtown center and train station. Super low taxes! Top-notch school district! If you are looking for an entertainment home in absolute move-in condition, you must check this one out! I guarantee you won't be disappointed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Tokarz

Baird & Warner License #475131099 Listed on: 07/26/2020

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Anne Stromayer

Berkshire Hathaway-Chicago License #475131768

Berkshire Hathaway-Chicago

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,591

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1976 | 2016

Lot Details

  • 0.37

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,591

Year Built | Renovated

1976 | 2016

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1976
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Year Renovated: 2016

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 22X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 13X09, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room, Game Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 22X21, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Game Rm, Dimensions: 27X14, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1774
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Storms/Screens
  • Acreage: 0.3724

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • 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: 120X135.21
  • Parcel Identification Number: 12183130130000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7254.13

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2020
Sold by
Barnes Thomas A
Bought by
Barnes Thomas A and Thomas A Barnes Trust
Current Estimated Value
$631,745

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2020
Closed on
Sep 10, 2020
Sold by
Chiodo Louis A and Chiodo Kathleen
Bought by
Barnes Thomas A
Seller's Agent
Mary Tokarz
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Anne Stromayer
Berkshire Hathaway-Chicago
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.33%
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Outstanding Balance
$344,133
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$287,612

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2016
Closed on
Apr 27, 2016
Sold by
Rausch Gene A and Rausch Lara C
Bought by
Chiodo Louis A and Chiodo Kathleen
Seller's Agent
Laura Reilly
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Mary Tokarz
Baird & Warner
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.33%
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 20, 2012
Closed on
Mar 27, 2012
Sold by
Hermann Gail Carter and Hall Pamela S
Bought by
Rausch Gene A and Rausch Lara C
Seller's Agent
Andra O'Neill
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Dawn Hagy
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-8.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.38%
Original Mortgage
$268,028
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Barnes Thomas A -- Attorney
Barnes Thomas A $485,000 Baird & Warner Ttl Svcs Inc
Chiodo Louis A $315,000 Ct
Rausch Gene A $275,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Barnes Thomas A $388,000
Previous Owner Chiodo Louis A $252,000
Previous Owner Rausch Gene A $268,028
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/17/2020 09/17/20 Sold $485,000 -0.8% $273 / Sq Ft
08/01/2020 08/01/20 Pending -- -- --
07/26/2020 07/26/20 For Sale $489,000 +55.2% $276 / Sq Ft
04/28/2016 04/28/16 Sold $315,000 -3.1% $178 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/18/2016 03/18/16 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2016 02/26/16 For Sale $325,000 +18.2% $183 / Sq Ft
03/29/2012 03/29/12 Sold $275,000 +1.9% $155 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/21/2012 02/21/12 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2012 02/17/12 Price Changed $270,000 -10.0% $152 / Sq Ft
01/20/2012 01/20/12 For Sale $300,000 -- $169 / 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 $10,591 $171,455 $36,815 $134,640
2023 $8,720 $158,052 $33,937 $124,115
2022 $8,720 $132,722 $28,498 $104,224
2021 $8,538 $131,577 $28,252 $103,325
2020 $7,624 $121,050 $28,408 $92,642
2019 $7,354 $118,828 $27,887 $90,941
2018 $6,261 $104,336 $30,759 $73,577
2017 $6,208 $102,592 $30,245 $72,347
2016 $5,973 $97,651 $28,788 $68,863
2015 $5,161 $81,359 $27,107 $54,252
2014 $6,343 $99,096 $36,505 $62,591
2012 $5,703 $99,956 $36,822 $63,134
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10795813

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 12-18-313-013