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221 E Scranton Avenue

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

3 beds
3 baths
2,904 sqft
6,251 sqft lot
$331 per sqft
1930 build
– on site

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Discover the charm of this delightful 1930 Lake Bluff home, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in a prime location just blocks from downtown, train, and beach. The Fourth of July parade and American Criterium Cup bike race, two exciting events, will pass right in front of your front door! Inside the home, the main level showcases beautiful hardwood floors throughout, highlighted by a cozy living room that flows into a sun-filled sunroom - perfect for a home office, with its own access to a small deck and yard. The heart of the home is the spacious family room and kitchen addition, offering a wonderful open layout ideal for cooking and relaxing with family and friends. Enjoy meals around the generous kitchen island or in the separate dining room. The serene primary bedroom features an en-suite bath with steam shower, double sinks, and bubble tub. Two additional bedrooms, with one boasting its own terrace, and second full bath complete the second level. The partially finished basement adds to the appeal with a rec room and versatile bonus room, perfect for your unique needs. Relax in the quaint backyard, where a spacious patio awaits, ideal for entertaining and grilling - your perfect retreat in the heart of Lake Bluff!

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12185528 —

The Building

Year Built:

1930
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Basement:

Partial
Exterior Features:

Deck, Patio
Disability Access:

No
Total SqFt:

1936
Total SqFt:

2904
Below Grade Finished Area:

324
Main SqFt:

968
Upper SqFt:

968
Basement SqFt:

968
Unfinished Basement SqFt:

644
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Interior

Room Type:

Office, Foyer
Rooms Total:

8
Interior Features:

Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2904

Location

Directions:

Sheridan Road North to Scranton, East to Property
Location:

4564
Location:

4564

The Property

Parcel Number:

12211170080000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Dimensions:

6250
Lot Size Acres:

0.1435
Lot Size Source:

County Records
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

16864.12

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
Water Source:

Lake Michigan, Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Electric Cooktop

Schools

Elementary School District:

65
Middle Or Junior School District:

65
High School:

Lake Forest High School
High School District:

115

The Community

Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Garage Type:

Detached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

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$231/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
12/11/24 Dec 11, 2024	Sold	MRED	$962,500	-2.3%
10/17/24 Oct 17, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$985,000
10/12/24 Oct 12, 2024	Listed / Active	MRED	$985,000

House Sold on 12/11/2024

$962,500

Listing provided by broker:

Andra O'Neill

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

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221 E Scranton Avenue

Lake Bluff, IL 60044