Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,697 sqft
714 Birch Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.48 acresLot Size
2003Year Built
$354/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

What a house and location! One of the largest East Lake Bluff yards with beautifully designed gardens, bluestone patio, fire pit, walking paths, and darling shed/playhouse, this fabulous home was built by Lynch Construction in 2003. Great interior floor plan - starts out with 2 story foyer and wide entry hallway. Beautiful white kitchen with soft green accent cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, walk-in cooler, separate breakfast room, first floor utility/mud room, butler's pantry. RARE 3 car heated...What a house and location! One of the largest East Lake Bluff yards with beautifully designed gardens, bluestone patio, fire pit, walking paths, and darling shed/playhouse, this fabulous home was built by Lynch Construction in 2003. Great interior floor plan - starts out with 2 story foyer and wide entry hallway. Beautiful white kitchen with soft green accent cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, walk-in cooler, separate breakfast room, first floor utility/mud room, butler's pantry. RARE 3 car heated attached garage has dog bath for those beach walks. Family room has cathedral ceiling and master has trayed ceiling, FP, steam shower, and walnut paneled study. BR 4 is en-suite with 2nd floor roof terrace. Backstairs off of mudroom. All new light fixtures, paint, window treatments, recently refinished hardwood floors - all 5 wall mounted TV's stay! Lake breezes, peaceful, private location, and all the amenities!

    Sold By Kreuser & Seiler LTD

    Listing closed: 08/19/2016 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 09210305

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $1,385,000

    Avg days on market

    14

    Sale-to-list ratio

    95.5%

    Lake Bluff, IL

    9 comparable properties found

    $1,400,000 | 314 East Woodland Road, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/25
    1

    $1,400,000

    Sold 09/08/26

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,554
    Square Feet
    0.2
    Acres
    a front view of a house with yard
    1/21
    2

    $1,150,000

    Sold 04/04/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,850
    Square Feet
    Unavailable
    Acres
    front view of a house
    1/44
    3

    $1,075,000

    Sold 12/20/24

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,450
    Square Feet
    0.57
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a garden
    1/50
    4

    $1,600,000

    Sold 04/15/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,376
    Square Feet
    0.35
    Acres
    $1,475,000 | 601 East Center Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/43
    5

    $1,475,000

    Sold 08/11/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,345
    Square Feet
    0.24
    Acres
    a front view of a building with a yard
    1/40
    6

    $1,700,000

    Sold 06/18/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,950
    Square Feet
    0.94
    Acres
    $1,385,000 | 233 East Witchwood Lane, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/75
    7

    $1,385,000

    Sold 06/03/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,465
    Square Feet
    0.39
    Acres
    a garden view
    1/29
    8

    $1,350,000

    Sold 05/29/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    5,558
    Square Feet
    0.41
    Acres
    $1,360,500 | 346 Crescent Drive, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/41
    9

    $1,360,500

    Sold 07/23/26

    4
    Bedrooms
    4,189
    Square Feet
    0.89
    Acres

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    Property Information for 714 Birch Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $27,253 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Bluff
    • Township: SHIELDS
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 3.0
    • Num Of Cars: 3.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Zoned
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 3
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
    • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 2003
    • Lot Size: 0.48 AC / 20,939 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: Transmitter(s), Heated
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry
    • Num Of Rooms: 11
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
    • Basement Type: Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Recreation Room, Study
    • Num of Baths: 4.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
    • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator
    • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Roof Deck, Storms/Screens
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 11-15 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Wooded
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 279 X 75
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt,Brick
    • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
    • Roof Type: Shake
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Photos Count: 24
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 04-29-2016
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Shades
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X18
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Shades
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X12
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: Shades
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X15
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 4th Bedroom Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X15
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X18
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Family Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes,Plantation Shutters
    • Family Room Dimensions: 19X24
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Island,Pantry-Butler,Pantry-Closet
    • Kitchen Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X16
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Laundry Dimensions: 6X9
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Window Treatments: All
    • Living Room Dimensions: 13X16
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: Shades
    Additional Room #2 Information
    • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
    Additional Room #3 Information
    • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Carpet
    Additional Room #4 Information
    • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Hardwood
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 9X14
    Study Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Study
    • Dimensions: 10X19
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 12X26
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    • Dimensions: 12X11

    Property History for 714 Birch Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 19, 2016

    Sold

    MRED #09210305

    $1,310,000
    Aug 1, 2016

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #578289732

    $1,310,000

    +4.3% / yr

    Jul 20, 2016

    Pending

    MRED #09210305

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/19/2016

    Sold

    MRED #09210305

    $1,310,000
    08/01/2016

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #578289732

    $1,310,000

    +4.3% / yr

    07/20/2016

    Pending

    MRED #09210305

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

    Public Records for 714 Birch Road

    Taxable ValueLand$212,753Additions$286,247Total$499,000
    Tax Record2025$34,414 ($2,868 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,699 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,699 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,939 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1976CountyLAKEAPN12-21-202-015Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 714 Birch 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 - 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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    $1,310,000
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    $1,737,500
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