Incredible opportunity to make this east Lake Bluff gem your own! This lovely stucco ranch blends classic charm with cozy comfort in a fabulous location! Built in 1927, this home radiates character with its Mediterranean-inspired architecture, arched openings, beautiful details, and inviting curb appeal. Inside, hardwood floors, a lovely fireplace, and sunlit living and dining rooms create a welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen offers space for casual dining, while the full basement provides additional room for storage, hobbies, or future expansion. Set on a 50x125 lot with an attached one-car garage, this home is an excellent condo alternative or a wonderful opportunity for those looking to downsize without sacrificing charm or location. Just minutes from Lake Bluff's vibrant downtown, train, parks, schools and lakefront, it's perfectly situated in one of the North Shore's most beloved communities. Being sold As Is.
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$400,000
117 E Washington Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
2beds
1,136sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$400,400 Zestimate®
$352/sqft
$2,491 Estimated rent
Home value
$400,400
$364,000 - $440,000
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Lovely fireplaceStucco ranchMediterranean-inspired architectureAttached one-car garageInviting curb appealArched openingsHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Ann Lyon 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Stacey Marquis
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12573106
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 406 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,136 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X125
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 12211070120000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $352/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $276,891
- Annual tax amount: $6,352
- Date on market: 2/19/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Sold | $400,000-15.8%$352/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12573106 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $475,000$418/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Contingent | $475,000$418/sqft |
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| 2/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $475,000$418/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Listing removed | $475,000$418/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12498564 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2025 | Contingent | $475,000$418/sqft |
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| 10/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $475,000-47.2%$418/sqft |
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| 3/2/2019 | Listing removed | $899,000$791/sqft |
Source: Better World Realty LLC #09513588 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2017 | Listed for sale | $899,000+109.1%$791/sqft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data #09513588 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2016 | Listing removed | $1,950-1.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #09224060 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2013 | Listing removed | $1,975$2/sqft |
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| 11/10/2013 | Listed for rent | $1,975$2/sqft |
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| 4/25/2013 | Listing removed | $1,975$2/sqft |
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| 3/16/2013 | Price change | $1,975-6%$2/sqft |
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| 2/27/2013 | Listed for rent | $2,100$2/sqft |
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| 1/27/2013 | Listing removed | $2,100$2/sqft |
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| 12/5/2012 | Listed for rent | $2,100$2/sqft |
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| 8/20/2007 | Sold | $430,000$379/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,352 +2.5% | $106,321 +15.2% |
| 2023 | $6,199 +14.3% | $92,288 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $5,421 +3.6% | $85,074 +11% |
| 2021 | $5,233 +2.2% | $76,636 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $5,119 +3.7% | $76,396 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $4,936 -15.2% | $74,993 -18.1% |
| 2018 | $5,823 | $91,530 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $5,823 -9.4% | $90,000 -8.8% |
| 2016 | $6,429 +11.6% | $98,694 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $5,759 +2.7% | $92,933 +14.8% |
| 2014 | $5,607 +10.8% | $80,957 -10.8% |
| 2012 | $5,061 -18.6% | $90,731 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $6,220 -6.8% | $100,189 -14.7% |
| 2010 | $6,676 +1.1% | $117,504 -16.4% |
| 2009 | $6,601 -8.1% | $140,510 -4.6% |
| 2008 | $7,186 +200% | $147,275 +2.1% |
| 2006 | $2,395 -2.8% | $144,288 |
| 2005 | $2,464 -1.5% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,502 -6.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,674 -2.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,743 +1.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,710 -2.6% | $81,416 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $2,782 | $77,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60044
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Middle: Lake Bluff Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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