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Sold on 01/25/2020
Tracy Wurster of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
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531 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

  • $675,000

    Last sold 01/25/2020 after 6 Days

  • 4

    bed

  • 2.5

    bath

  • 2,497

    Sqft ($270/Sqft)

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About 531 E Scranton Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1925
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 9,374 Sqft
Parking 3 garage spaces
Property description
Updated quintessential Lake Bluff Beach House situated just 1.5 blocks (or 10 houses) from beach! Loaded w/ character & charm this home features amazing Great room with tall ceilings, built-in's & awesome fireplace giving off a moody feel. It is rumored that Al Capone hung out in this "Ballroom" during the prohibition years. Beautiful Living and Dining room with lovely built-ins just beam w/ natural sunlight! White kitchen showcases subway back splash, window to the backyard & eat-in table space too! Over the top Sun room/Greenhouse offers that extra "get-away" space to relax in or get an early start to your garden! Four generously proportioned bedrooms all with hardwood flooring and two full, beautifully updated white baths on the second floor! Nicely finished lower level complete with bath too! One of LB's largest lots is south facing w/ stone paver patio and walkway! Neutral decor and stunning new light fixtures throughout! Available for rent @ $4500/month with a long term lease.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Tracy Wurster
Listing Office - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#10683122 • last updated 6 years ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 6 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Space Pac
Heating Other
Levels/Style Colonial
MLS # 10683122
Type Detached Single
SqFt 2497
Property Tax $ 14935.7
Master HOA Fee No
Year Built 1925
HOA Fee Not Applicable
Interior
Dining Room Separate
Basement Partially Finished, Partial
Total # of Rooms 10
Other Room(s) Recreation Rm, Sunroom, Great Room, Recreation Room, Sun/Florida Room
Kitchen Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
# Fireplaces 2
Accessibility Features No
Appliances Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning, Gas Logs
Interior Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors
Exterior
Exterior Features Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Cedar
Roof Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
Parking Desc Garage
# Parking Spaces 2.5
Garage Desc Attached, Garage Door Opener(s)
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre, Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Water View
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Sewer-Public
Water Source Lake Michigan
Electricity 200+ Amp Service
Location
Community Features Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Subdivision East Lake Bluff
County Lake
Elementary School Lake Bluff Elementary School
Middle School Lake Bluff Middle School
High School District 115
Elementary School District 65
Middle School District 65
High School Lake Forest High School
Directions Moffett Road To Scranton East To 531
APN 12212140060000
We are not permitted to show value estimates for this property.
  • Apr 2020
    mls logo MLS # 10683122
  • Apr 3, 2020 Sold
    $675,000
  • Apr 18, 2019 Listed
    $699,900 (-12.4%)
  • Apr 2020
    Public Records
  • Apr 2, 2020 Sold
    $675,000 (-3.6%)
  • Jul 2019
    mls logo MLS # 10433505
  • Jul 22, 2019 Canceled
    —
  • Jun 28, 2019 Listed
    $699,900
  • Jun 2019
    mls logo MLS # 10352469
  • Jun 28, 2019 Canceled
    —
  • May 14, 2019 Price Change
    $699,900 (-9.7%)
  • Apr 22, 2019 Listed
    $774,900 (+10.7%)
  • Apr 2019
    mls logo MLS # 10112691
  • Apr 16, 2019 Canceled
    —
  • Dec 31, 2018 Price Change
    $799,000 (-5.4%)
  • Oct 15, 2018 Listed
    $845,000 (+13.2%)
  • Jan 2014
    Public Records
  • Jan 3, 2014 Sold
    $746,500
  • Dec 2013
    mls logo MLS # 08481096
  • Dec 20, 2013 Sold
    $746,500 (-8.4%)
  • Nov 4, 2013 Listed
    $815,000 (-8.9%)
  • Jun 2012
    mls logo MLS # 08049084
  • Jun 1, 2012 Cancelled
    —
  • Apr 23, 2012 Listed
    $895,000 (+1.7%)
  • Aug 2004
    Public Records
  • Aug 19, 2004 Sold
    $880,000
  • 531 E Scranton Ave
    $675K
  • Village of Lake Bluff
    $975K -29% y/y
  • 60044
    $689K -8% y/y
  • Lake Bluff
    $689K -13% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
535 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,361,000 4/2 3,260 0.01
523 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,596,000 6/5 3,598 0.02
530 E Center Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,600,000 4/2 2,853 0.03
517 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,520,000 4/3 3,086 0.03
545 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,370,000 3/2 2,044 0.03
520 E Center Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,645,000 4/3 2,844 0.03
538 E Center Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,517,000 4/3 2,569 0.03
526 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,400,000 5/2 2,864 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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7/10
Lake Bluff Elementary School
public Grades PK, K-5
Lake Bluff Esd 65 School District
8/10
Lake Bluff Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Lake Bluff Esd 65 School District
10/10
Lake Forest High School
public Grades 9-12
Lake Forest Chsd 115 School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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