1. Illinois
  2. Lake Bluff
  3. 701 E Center Avenue
$3,950,000

701 E Center Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

  • 4 beds |
  • 6 baths |
  • 5,043 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1927
  • Property Lot Size Icon0.45acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $783/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

This rare east Lake Bluff treasure offers a singular opportunity to live one block from Lake Michigan in a spectacular, fully renovated classic 1927 home. Situated on nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds, this private in-town oasis, is just steps to the beach, town and train. Completely and thoughtfully renovated/expanded by LaDuke, seamlessly blending timeless craftmanship & character with modern convenience. Special attention was given to maintaining the historic details & charm of the original home, while achieving modern comfort w/newer windows, mechanicals, plumbing & electrical. The exceptional first floor layout features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances & large center island, a spectacular family room w/fireplace & access to the delightful screened porch w/fireplace & views of the beautiful backyard. The first floor also has handsome living & dining rooms, a lovely paneled den, a well-appointed mud room opening to the heated garage plus 2 half baths. Upstairs the primary suite is truly a private sanctuary including a spacious bedroom w/lovely fireplace, window seat, handsome built-in cabinetry & access to a deck w/seasonal lake views, a luxurious bath w/heated floors, soaking tub, separate shower & generous storage, plus a private office/sitting room & 2 enormous walk-in closets (7x21 & 12x9). The second floor also features 3 large additional bedrooms, a beautiful hall bath & an ensuite one, plus a laundry room. The expanded basement boasts a deep pour recreation room, a second laundry room, a half bath, plus additional play & storage rooms. This home is as delightful outside as indoors w/lushly landscaped grounds, flagstone walkways & patio, an in-ground spa & charming covered areas. Too many improvements to list, but most notable include a new DaVinci Select Shake roof, chimney tuckpointing & second floor decks/railing rebuilt (2025). Truly perfection at every turn.

Listing Status:
Active
Listing Office:
Compass : 847-987-4309
Listing Agent:
Katherine Hudson : 847-987-4309
MLS ID:
12447348
  • General: Built-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)
  • Rooms: DenOfficeRecreation RoomPlay RoomFoyerMud RoomWalk In ClosetScreened Porch
  • Master Bath: Separate ShowerDouble Sink
  • Appliances: Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalRange Hood
  • Dining: Separate
  • Laundry: Upper Level
  • Basement: FinishedFull
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • A/C: Central AirZoned
  • Heating: Natural GasForced Air
  • Fireplace: Fireplaces: 3
  • Disability Feature: None
  • General: BalconyHot Tub
  • Style: Tudor
  • Parking: Garage Door OpenerHeated GarageOn SiteGarage OwnedAttachedGarageParking spaces: 2
  • Roofing: Other
  • General: 2 Stories
  • HOA Amenities: Not Applicable
  • Originating MLS: mred
  • School District: 65
  • County: Lake
  • Zoning: 12212210010000
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: mred
  • Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Katherine Hudson, Compass

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Location

Schools Nearby

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Lake Forest High School

1285 N McKinley Rd, Lake Forest, IL, 60045

Grades 9-12

1.06 miles away

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