525 Center Avenue, Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044


$1,700,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 3,251
Cost/Sqft: $508
Beds: 4
Baths: 5
Year Built: 1915
Property Taxes: $27,795
Days On Market: 1283
Lot Size: 0,00
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Description

Lake Michigan breezes & designer finishes in East Lake Bluff! Renovated and expanded in 2005, this residence was masterfully re-created by local legend James LaDuke. This is a crisp, well-appointed look, paired with top-notch builder integrity and quality. Enjoy the custom chef's kitchen with high-end appliances (Wolf, SubZero, built-in Miele coffee maker!), marble countertops, & bistro table area with multiple slider glass doors offering views of the private, fenced backyard. The sunny breakfast area opens to the family room with gas fireplace & built-ins. Gracious living, dining, & sun rooms are rich in detail, millwork, and natural light. The en-pointe mudroom offers tons of storage off the highly sought after ATTACHED two car garage. Don't miss the tres chic powder room! The tranquil primary suite features vaulted ceilings and a spa-like bathroom, soaking tub, walk in closets, and private office. There are 3 additional, 2nd-floor bedrooms, and one boasts an en-suite bath PLUS a loft area - perfect for the secret clubhouse! Terrific lower level with HIGH ceilings, a 5th bedroom/office option & full bath (wonderful option for guests!), large rec/family room & kitchenette, plus deep pour gym/exercise area with a rock climbing wall. Fresh Lake Michigan breezes enter thru the new-er custom windows/screens. Hardwood floors, stunning designer light fixtures and sconces, 2 laundry areas, and professional designer touches are just some of the features of this extraordinarily charming move-in ready house. Don't miss the plaque by the front door, this is a Vliet Museum of Lake Bluff History Distinguished Home Award recipient! Simply move in & enjoy the best of the North Shore in this sought-after 'Very East' Lake Bluff gem!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1915
No
Lake
— / Not Applicable
11336520
12212190060000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Lake Bluff Elementary School
65
Middle School
Lake Bluff Elementary School
65 Not in DB
High School
Lake Forest High School
115 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
30 May, 2013 Sold $1,175,000 MRED MLS
23 Apr, 2013 Under contract $1,249,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $1,299,000 MRED MLS
4 Mar, 2013 Listed for sale $1,299,000 MRED MLS
3 Jun, 2016 Sold $1,368,000 MRED MLS
1 Apr, 2016 Under contract $1,368,000 MRED MLS
1 Apr, 2016 Listed for sale $1,368,000 MRED MLS
4 May, 2020 Sold $1,400,000 MRED MLS
24 Feb, 2020 Under contract $1,525,000 MRED MLS
19 Feb, 2020 Listed for sale $1,525,000 MRED MLS
5 May, 2022 Sold $1,700,000 MRED MLS
10 Mar, 2022 Under contract $1,650,000 MRED MLS
8 Mar, 2022 Listed for sale $1,650,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 1
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fifth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 5
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: Finished

Other Specifics

2
9300
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2013 $14,526
2016 $27,040
2020 $28,738
2022 $27,795

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