Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds3,394 sqft
705 Ravine Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.46 acresLot Size
1890Year Built
$354/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Hear the waves on a windy day from this lovely vintage Lake Bluff home, situated on an enchanting ravine lot,1/2 block from Lake Michigan. Enjoy views of the woods & incredible ravine from the beautiful kitchen sitting room warmed by a grand "Salem" gas log fireplace original to the 1890 cottage aptly named Fairhaven. Enlarged and renovated in the 60's, the inviting comfortable 1st floor boasts 2 fireplaces, kitchen w/granite counters & veg sink in center island, 2 new ovens & all ss appliances;...Hear the waves on a windy day from this lovely vintage Lake Bluff home, situated on an enchanting ravine lot,1/2 block from Lake Michigan. Enjoy views of the woods & incredible ravine from the beautiful kitchen sitting room warmed by a grand "Salem" gas log fireplace original to the 1890 cottage aptly named Fairhaven. Enlarged and renovated in the 60's, the inviting comfortable 1st floor boasts 2 fireplaces, kitchen w/granite counters & veg sink in center island, 2 new ovens & all ss appliances; LR with wall of windows overlooking the patio and a handsome wb fp; bright & cheerful sunroom, and walnut paneled Library. The 2nd flr has 2 family bedrooms, one of which leads to a delightful roofdeck, plus a loft/4th bedroom w/ window seat, & master suite with gas log fp, closet room replete with custom builtins & skylights, & lovely new bath w/ heated tile floors. Plantation shutters, front and rear staircase, freshly painted. Just steps to beach and sunfish yacht club. Life at its best!
  • Listed by: Elizabeth 847.560.5513 bkeepper@gglrealty.com • Griffith, Grant & Lackie
Listing closed: 06/15/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 09901729

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,035,000

Avg days on market

8

Sale-to-list ratio

103.3%

Lake Bluff, IL

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Location

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Property Information for 705 Ravine Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $20,020 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Bluff
  • Subdivision: East Lake Bluff
  • Township: SHIELDS
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Num Of Cars: 2.0
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Zoned
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 3
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lot Size: 0.46 AC / 19,967 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
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Pool, Tennis Courts, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Includes Accessories
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Exterior Access
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Library, Loft, Bonus Room, Heated Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Roof Deck, Storage Shed, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Stream, Water View, Wooded, Rear of Lot
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 187 X 217
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 28
  • West Coordinate: 10
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3394
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X20
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Dimensions: 9X11
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Dimensions: 15X21
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 11X13
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 13X11
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Dimensions: 11X13

Property History for 705 Ravine Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 15, 2018

Sold

MRED #09901729

$1,200,000
Apr 9, 2018

Pending

MRED #09901729

Apr 2, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09901729

$1,249,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/15/2018

Sold

MRED #09901729

$1,200,000
04/09/2018

Pending

MRED #09901729

04/02/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09901729

$1,249,000

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

Public Records for 705 Ravine Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$226,600Additions$301,873Total$528,473
Tax Record2025$32,273 ($2,689 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,366 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,366 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,968 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890CountyLAKEAPN12-21-402-008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 705 Ravine Avenue

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 - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lake Bluff Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lake Bluff Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

Forest Bluff School
PrivatePK to 8

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

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This home: 705 Ravine Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
$1,200,000
3
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$1,338,000
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