345 East Center Avenue

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

$949,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,299 Sq. Ft.
$413 / Sq. Ft.
2,299
Sq. Ft.
$413
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Best plans made have changed and now there is another opportunity to own this wonderful turn of the centry historic home. Welcome to the Lee Cottage. This wonderfully preserved and updated home was built by one of the original Village trustees, J. Edward Lee and is featured on the Lake Bluff Walking Tour app. The current owners have lovingly updated and expanded this Camp home. SO many updates but here are a few: new flow of first floor to include laundry room and pantry; an addition of primary second...Best plans made have changed and now there is another opportunity to own this wonderful turn of the centry historic home. Welcome to the Lee Cottage. This wonderfully preserved and updated home was built by one of the original Village trustees, J. Edward Lee and is featured on the Lake Bluff Walking Tour app. The current owners have lovingly updated and expanded this Camp home. SO many updates but here are a few: new flow of first floor to include laundry room and pantry; an addition of primary second floor bedroom and bath; updated all bathrooms and kitchen; wrap around porch has been updated with newer foundation and Azek decking; 2 separate newer furnaces and AC units, instant hot water heater, roof, and updated 90% electrical and plumbing. Extensive landscaping and hardscape and irrigation system. So much more!. Come and see all the features of an original Lake Bluff camp house but with the updates and flair for today's lifestyle. A very special offering of this home includes a studio or office space, attached to the back of garage and is apx 14x14..... needs some loving, but is truly a rare find. Additionally, owner has purchased a 16x100 piece of land to the west for extra width of property. The driveway and front entrance are on Gurney.
  1. Listed by Megan Jordan • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details for 345 East Center Avenue

Area
Lake Bluff
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/22/2024 10:05 AM

Property Details for 345 East Center Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12052343
Days on Market15
Taxes$19,749 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1890
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 345 East Center Avenue

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,825 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,179

Property Taxes

$1,646

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 345 East Center Avenue

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 On Site: true
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Crawl
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Other
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Library, Foyer, Other Room, Pantry
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler-Lawn
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Workshop
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2015
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 89X125X89X100
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding, Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2024-05-22T15:04:47
  • Photos Count: 27
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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: 21X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15X12
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X15
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X6
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X10
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Deck Dimensions: 5X3
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X14
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X14

Property History for 345 East Center Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 345 East Center Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$92,761Additions$155,835Total$248,596
Tax Record2021$16,347 ($1,362 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,299 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,299 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,810 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1890CountyLAKEAPN12-21-121-014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 345 East Center Avenue

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

Lake Bluff Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

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345 East Center Avenue is a single family home for sale in Lake Bluff, IL 60044. This property was listed for sale on May 9, 2024 by @properties Christie's International Real Estate, it's currently listed at $949,000. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on November 18, 2013. This listing's school districts are Lake Bluff Esd 65 School District, Lake Forest Chsd 115 School District. Nearby schools include Lake Bluff Elementary School, Lake Bluff Middle School and Lake Forest High School. 345 East Center Avenue is a 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,299 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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