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697 Bluff Road

Lake Bluff, IL 60044
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 7

Bath

SqFt6,822

Sqft

Acres1.09

Acres(Lot)

Nestled in East Lake Bluff on a beautiful ravine with seasonal Lake Michigan views, this exceptional home offers the rare luxury of a private beach. A dramatic two-story foyer with a curved staircase sets the tone for timeless elegance. At the front of the home, the library features a fireplace, warm wood-paneled walls, and a coffered ceiling. The living room with fireplace flows into the dining room, where expansive windows capture ravine and lake views. A well-appointed butler's pantry includes a sink, beverage refrigerator, Viking warming drawer, and generous cabinetry. The light-filled kitchen with high-end appliances including two dishwashers is ideal for daily living and entertaining. The adjoining mudroom features an additional refrigerator, sink, and storage. The two-story family room is filled with natural light and centered around a custom limestone fireplace. Two staircases and an elevator lead to the upper level, featuring three ensuite bedrooms and a luxurious Primary Suite with spa-like bath, private office, and scenic lake views. A cozy workspace and a second-floor laundry room add convenience. The back staircase leads to a heated sunroom with a resistance pool that also functions as a spa, plus a second washer and dryer. The basement, also accessible by the elevator, includes a recreation room, wet bar, exercise room, and ample storage. A three-car heated garage with dog bath completes this extraordinary property, offering elegance, comfort and close to all Lake Bluff has to offer.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,995,000

AD Id : 75981277

MLS Id : MRD12584903

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 1.09 Acres

Living Area Size : 6,822

Year Built : 2000

Garage : 3

County : Lake

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Office, Recreation Room, Breakfast Room, Heated Sun Room, Exercise Room, Library, Foyer, Mud Room

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 7 Full Baths: 5 Half Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 14

    Interior Features

    Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Elevator, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate Dining Room, Paneling Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Humidifier Laundry Features: Upper Level, Sink
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air, Zoned Water front: 1 WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2000
  • Exterior Features

    Dog Run Construction Materials: Stucco Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Features

    Private Pool: Indoor

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 150x135x105x160x113x93x77x141x37x122x117 Lot Acres: 1.09 Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Style: Traditional Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$2995000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $38270.01 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 12212030140000 Tax Exemption: None

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 3 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 3

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School Junior High School: Lake Bluff Middle School Senior High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Location Information

    City: Lake Bluff Direction: East on Center Ave to Moffett Rd, North on Moffett Rd to Blodgett Ave, East on Blodgett Ave to Bluff Rd, East on Bluff Rd to address.
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The average homes price in Lake Bluff is $370202.62 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2102.04.

The average homes price in Lake County is $373818.81 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2100.74.

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MLS: MRED #12584903 LISTED BY: Andra O'Neill, @properties Christie's International Real Estate 847-295-0700 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED)

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