705 Ravine Avenue, Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044
$1,200,000
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Sold
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| Status: | Closed |
| Sqft: | 3,394 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $368 |
| Beds: | 3 |
| Baths: | 3 |
| Year Built: | 1890 |
| Property Taxes: | $20,020 |
| Days On Market: | 3137 |
| Lot Size: | 0,46 |
Description
Hear the waves on a windy day from this lovely vintage Lake Bluff home, situated on an enchanting ravine lot,1/2 block from Lake Michigan. Enjoy views of the woods & incredible ravine from the beautiful kitchen sitting room warmed by a grand "Salem" gas log fireplace original to the 1890 cottage aptly named Fairhaven. Enlarged and renovated in the 60's, the inviting comfortable 1st floor boasts 2 fireplaces, kitchen w/granite counters & veg sink in center island, 2 new ovens & all ss appliances; LR with wall of windows overlooking the patio and a handsome wb fp; bright & cheerful sunroom, and walnut paneled Library. The 2nd flr has 2 family bedrooms, one of which leads to a delightful roofdeck, plus a loft/4th bedroom w/ window seat, & master suite with gas log fp, closet room replete with custom builtins & skylights, & lovely new bath w/ heated tile floors. Plantation shutters, front and rear staircase, freshly painted. Just steps to beach and sunfish yacht club. Life at its best!
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
| — | |
| Traditional | |
| 1890 | |
| Partial | |
| Brick, Frame | |
| Asphalt | |
| — | |
| No | |
| 0.46 |
| Lake | |
| East Lake Bluff | |
| 0 / Not Applicable | |
| None | |
| Lake Michigan, Public | |
| Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm | |
| Central Air, Zoned | |
| Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned | |
| 09901729 | |
| 12214020080000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Grade School
Lake Bluff Elementary School |
65 | — | |
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Middle School
Lake Bluff Middle School |
65 | Not in DB | |
|
High School
Lake Forest High School |
115 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Jun, 2018 | Sold | $1,200,000 | MRED MLS |
| 9 Apr, 2018 | Under contract | $1,249,000 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Apr, 2018 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Dimensions: —
Floor Type: Carpet
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Floor Type: Carpet
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Dimensions: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Dimensions: —
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Features: Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet
Dimensions: —
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Dimensions: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Rooms: Eating Area, Library, Loft, Bonus Room, Heated Sun Room
Other Specifics
| 2 | |
| Concrete Perimeter | |
| Garage | |
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| — | |
| — | |
| Patio, Roof Deck, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens | |
| Landscaped, Stream(s), Water View, Wooded, Rear of Lot | |
| 100 X 187 X 217 | |
| Unfinished | |
| Full | |
| Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry | |
| Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) | |
| Not in DB | |
| Pool, Tennis Courts, Sidewalks, Street Lights | |
| — | |
| Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Includes Accessories |
Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
|---|---|
| 2018 | $20,020 |
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Listing Provided By
Griffith, Grant & Lackie
