Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,552 sqft
555 Basil Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.28 acresLot Size
1991Year Built
$231/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Come see this classic Colonial on a large, private lot in desirable Knollwood. Welcome in to a two story foyer with formal living and dining room on each side. Updated eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops overlook your patio and fully fenced yard. Upstairs you will find a primary bedroom with large ensuite bath, laundry room and three more sizable bedrooms. Other amenities include a full basement and two car attached garage. Enjoy all that Lake Bluff has to offer.Come see this classic Colonial on a large, private lot in desirable Knollwood. Welcome in to a two story foyer with formal living and dining room on each side. Updated eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops overlook your patio and fully fenced yard. Upstairs you will find a primary bedroom with large ensuite bath, laundry room and three more sizable bedrooms. Other amenities include a full basement and two car attached garage. Enjoy all that Lake Bluff has to offer.
  • Listed by: Kimberly Shortsle 847.987.5702 kim@jamesonsir.com • Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
  • Listed by: Carleigh Mia Goldsberry 224.558.1993 carleigh@jamesonsir.com • Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 12/19/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12477831

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$725,000

Avg days on market

22

Sale-to-list ratio

103.1%

Lake Bluff, IL

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Property Information for 555 Basil Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $9,200 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Bluff
  • Township: Shields
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Lot Size: 0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Lake Bluff Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 90X134
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2552
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-09-22T17:57:46
  • Photos Count: 27
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 10-13-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X19
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X3
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X13
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 5X5
Walk In Closet 2 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 6X4
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 28X7
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X12
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 37X28
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 13X10

Property History for 555 Basil Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 19, 2025

Sold

MRED #12477831

$590,000
Dec 12, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926430158

$590,000
Nov 3, 2025

Pending

MRED #12477831

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/19/2025

Sold

MRED #12477831

$590,000
12/12/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926430158

$590,000
11/03/2025

Pending

MRED #12477831

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 555 Basil Road

Taxable ValueLand$27,267Additions$128,512Total$155,779
Tax Record2024$9,459 ($788 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,552 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,552 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,062 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1991Year Renovated1991CountyLAKEAPN12-19-201-025

Schools near 555 Basil Road

This home is within Lake Bluff Esd 65 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lake Bluff Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lake Bluff Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

Safe Haven School
Private5 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 555 Basil Road, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
$590,000
4
2,552
12,196
$430,000
5
2,846
12,196
$460,000
3
2,374
12,196
1,970
20,051
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2,968
12,062
1,459
20,051

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