Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds4,897 sqft
721 Birch Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.43 acresLot Size
1966Year Built
$297/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Breathtaking home completely renovated by Crossroads/Blue Sky in 07 on 1/2 acre ravine, wooded lot w/seasonal lake views. Incredibly beautiful, open, airy, sun filled & dramatic. W/soaring atrium foyer, fabulous windows & open living spaces, 5 bedrms, office/6th bedrm on second floor & 10+ master suite with balcony, fireplace & magnificent bath. The best flow of kitchen, great rm, fam rm & dining area around.Breathtaking home completely renovated by Crossroads/Blue Sky in 07 on 1/2 acre ravine, wooded lot w/seasonal lake views. Incredibly beautiful, open, airy, sun filled & dramatic. W/soaring atrium foyer, fabulous windows & open living spaces, 5 bedrms, office/6th bedrm on second floor & 10+ master suite with balcony, fireplace & magnificent bath. The best flow of kitchen, great rm, fam rm & dining area around.

    Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff

    Listing closed: 05/27/2010 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 07273668

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $1,412,500

    Avg days on market

    34

    Sale-to-list ratio

    98.1%

    Lake Bluff, IL

    9 comparable properties found

    $1,575,000 | 625 East Center Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/54
    1

    $1,575,000

    Sold 07/08/26

    5
    Bedrooms
    4,000
    Square Feet
    0.28
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/40
    2

    $1,715,000

    Sold 05/29/26

    5
    Bedrooms
    5,037
    Square Feet
    1.05
    Acres
    $1,725,000 | 341 Belle Foret Drive, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/40
    3

    $1,725,000

    Sold 02/14/25

    5
    Bedrooms
    5,348
    Square Feet
    1.36
    Acres
    front view of a house with a yard
    1/58
    4

    $1,400,000

    Sold 10/18/24

    5
    Bedrooms
    4,500
    Square Feet
    0.17
    Acres
    $1,700,000 | 130 Ravine Forest Drive, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/33
    5

    $1,700,000

    Sold 08/12/25

    5
    Bedrooms
    3,636
    Square Feet
    0.37
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/36
    6

    $1,320,000

    Sold 10/17/24

    4
    Bedrooms
    4,329
    Square Feet
    0.15
    Acres
    a front view of a house with garden and plants
    1/51
    7

    $1,412,500

    Sold 05/28/26

    5
    Bedrooms
    2,986
    Square Feet
    Unavailable
    Acres
    $1,350,000 | 38 Forest Hills Road, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    1/49
    8

    $1,350,000

    Sold 07/31/26

    5
    Bedrooms
    4,906
    Square Feet
    1.03
    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 721 Birch Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $25,083 / 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: 3.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Zoned
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 2
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
    • Architectural Style: Traditional
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1966
    • Lot Size: 0.43 AC / 18,730 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, Attached, Yes, Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
    • Num Of Rooms: 14
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Attic: Pull Down Stair
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
    • Basement Type: Finished, Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Master Bedroom
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Foyer, Great Room, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room
    • Num of Baths: 3.1
    Exterior Features
    • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Balcony
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 26-50 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Lot Description: Wooded
    • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 77 X 250 X 87 X 236
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
    • Construction: Cedar
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • General Information: None
    • North Coordinate: 29
    • South Coordinate: 0
    • East Coordinate: 0
    • West Coordinate: 10
    Property and Assessments
    • Photos Count: 1
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 07-20-2009
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 21X22
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X15
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X11
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X10
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X12
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 22X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 20X15
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X13
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 17X13
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 18X11
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Lower
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 31X21
    Mud Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    • Dimensions: 11X8
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 14X14
    Great Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Great Room
    • Dimensions: 22X12

    Property History for 721 Birch Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    May 27, 2010

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #291599197

    $1,455,000

    +9.3% / yr

    May 27, 2010

    Sold

    MRED #07273668

    $1,455,000
    Mar 15, 2010

    Pending

    MRED #07273668

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    05/27/2010

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #291599197

    $1,455,000

    +9.3% / yr

    05/27/2010

    Sold

    MRED #07273668

    $1,455,000
    03/15/2010

    Pending

    MRED #07273668

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

    Public Records for 721 Birch Road

    Taxable ValueLand$205,466Additions$335,656Total$541,122
    Tax Record2024$33,623 ($2,802 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt6,253 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,575 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt678 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,048 SqFtStories2Lot Size18,875 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1966Year Renovated1980CountyLAKEAPN12-21-203-003

    Schools near 721 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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 721 Birch Road, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
    $1,455,000
    5
    4,897
    18,730
    $1,350,000
    4
    3,553
    30,857
    1,942
    10,184
    $765,000
    4
    3,800
    12,628
    2,436
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    $1,737,500
    6
    5,500
    20,939

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