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Sold on 01/22/2020
Jean Anderson of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

541 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

$968,000

Last sold 01/22/2020 after 217 Days

  • 4

    bed

  • 3.5

    bath

  • 4,086

    Sqft ($237/Sqft)

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About 541 E Prospect Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1900
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.36 Acre
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
Beautiful inside & out this enchanting vintage home has been completely renovated. Highly sought after East Lake Bluff location, just 2 blocks to Lake Michigan. The circular flow on the 1st floor provides fantastic entertaining space w/french doors opening onto the brick patio & a wonderful screened in porch w/vaulted ceiling. Hardwood floors & plantation shutters throughout. Gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, top of the line appliances, island w/breakfast bar, walk-in pantry & charming breakfast room enhanced by skylights & 2-sided fireplace shared w/family room. The 2nd floor features the spacious master suite w/fireplace, luxurious bath, walk-in closet & charming deck overlooking the yard below. There are also 3 additional bedrooms, each w/a large walk-in closet & a bonus room that would make a great office or work-out space. A roomy mudroom/laundry area leads to the 2 car attached garage. A+ location to enjoy the many offerings of downtown Lake Bluff
Listed by
Listing Agent - Jean Anderson
Listing Office - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#10422368 • last updated 6 years ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 1 hour ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Gas, Forced Air
Levels/Style Farmhouse
MLS # 10422368
Type Detached Single
SqFt 4086
Property Tax $ 23020.24
Master HOA Fee No
Year Built 1900
HOA Fee Not Applicable
Interior
Other Room(s) Screened Porch, Foyer, Tandem Rm, Recreation Rm, Office, Recreation Room, Tandem Room, Foyer, Screened Porch
Dining Room Separate
Basement Partially Finished, Partial
Total # of Rooms 11
Kitchen Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Walk-in
# Fireplaces 4
Accessibility Features No
Appliances Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features Balcony, Patio, Porch Screened
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Cedar
Roof Shake
Parking Desc Garage
# Parking Spaces 2
Garage Desc Attached
Lot Desc .25-.49 Acre, Fenced Yard, Wooded, Mature Trees
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Sewer-Public
Water Source Lake Michigan
Location
Community Features Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
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 Sheridan Rd. To Moffett South On Moffett To Prospect, East To House
APN 12212330110000
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  • Apr 2020
    mls logo MLS # 10422368
  • Apr 6, 2020 Sold
    $968,000 (-3.1%)
  • Jan 22, 2020 Contingent
    —
  • Jan 22, 2020 Active
    —
  • Nov 6, 2019 Price Change
    $999,000 (-4.4%)
  • Oct 28, 2019 Price Change
    $1,045,000 (-4.9%)
  • Sep 9, 2019 Price Change
    $1,099,000 (-6.5%)
  • Jun 19, 2019 Listed
    $1,175,000 (+17.5%)
  • Sep 2010
    mls logo MLS # 07459698
  • Sep 24, 2010 Sold
    $1,000,000 (-16.6%)
  • Mar 4, 2010 Listed
    $1,199,000 (-18.4%)
  • Jul 2009
    mls logo MLS # 07193553
  • Jul 23, 2009 Cancelled
    —
  • Apr 20, 2009 Listed
    $1,469,000 (-8.1%)
  • Jul 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06392702
  • Jul 21, 2008 Cancelled
    —
  • Jan 26, 2007 Listed
    $1,599,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $21,397 +8.5%
    $359,956 +19.33%
  • 2023
    $19,713
    $301,653 +5.97%
  • 2022
    $19,713 +7.9%
    $284,669 +0.87%
  • 2021
    $18,277 +3.6%
    $282,214 -0.55%
  • 2020
    $17,635 +12.7%
    $283,774 +1.87%
  • 2018
    $15,646 +1.7%
    $278,565 +10.14%
  • 2017
    $15,378 +3.9%
    $252,918 +1.7%
  • 2016
    $14,805 +1.0%
    $248,690 +5.06%
  • 2015
    $14,658 +1.5%
    $236,712
  • 2014
    $14,443 +2.7%
    —
  • 2013
    $14,064
    —
  • 541 E Prospect Ave
    $968K
  • Village of Lake Bluff
    $975K -15% y/y
  • 60044
    $598K -26% y/y
  • Lake Bluff
    $598K -27% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
545 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,209,000 3/2 2,739 0.01
601 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,567,000 5/3 2,448 0.03
536 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,307,000 —/3 3,102 0.04
542 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $989,000 7/2 3,692 0.04
530 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,271,000 4/3 2,795 0.04
611 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,219,000 4/1 2,325 0.05
600 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,782,000 —/4 2,996 0.05
526 E Prospect Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 $1,338,000 —/3 2,818 0.05

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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