Crafted in 2006 by the Goebeler Company and designed by Lake Forest Landmark Development, this New England shingle-style home carries the character of a historic property with modern amenities. Inside, timeless architectural details anchor the interiors including 10-ft. ceilings, wainscoting, crown molding, tray ceilings, intricate woodwork, hardwood floors, and built-ins. A welcoming front porch introduces you to a spacious formal entry with European closets. To the right, an octagon-shaped living room features a gas fireplace and built in cabinet for games or a dry bar. To the left, a large dining room with Cole & Sons wallpaper and beaded chandelier set the scene. Pass through to the gourmet all white kitchen with Subzero and Thermador appliances, farmhouse sink, quartz countertops, a large kitchen island, and space for a breakfast table. The kitchen leads to a sunny family room, and both rooms feature French doors to the patio with gas Weber grill. A mudroom with beadboard, slate tile and floor to ceiling cabinetry includes convenient access to the driveway and side yard, a powder bath, and laundry room. The upstairs primary suite doubles as a sanctuary with a fireplace, large walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with heated floors, walk-in shower, dual vanities, and soaking tub, all meant to evoke calm. Three additional bedrooms and two baths are upstairs. The finished basement adds 1,602 square feet and includes a large rec space, flexible office or den with a fireplace, exercise room, plus a private fifth bedroom with full bath and steam shower-perfect for guests, in-laws, or au pair. Modern systems include a standby generator, two-system HVAC, insulated 2-car detached garage. A picture-perfect setting in East Lake Bluff, only a few blocks from downtown, the Metra, and Lake Michigan. Move-in ready and enjoy it from day one.
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$2,000,000
236 E North Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
5beds
3,204sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
9,439 Square Feet Lot
$2,014,600 Zestimate®
$624/sqft
$5,395 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,014,600
$1.81M - $2.24M
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Gas fireplaceFarmhouse sinkCole and sons wallpaperPowder bathTimeless architectural detailsLarge dining roomLarge kitchen island
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Listed by:
Dawn McKenna 847-234-8000,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Daria Andrews, ABR
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12583471
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Office, Recreation Room, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters, Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 621 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X23
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Oven, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,602
- Total interior livable area: 3,204 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 9,439 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 X 128
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional parcels included: 12211080300000
- Parcel number: 12211080290000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Air Exchanger, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $624/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,678,434
- Annual tax amount: $40,220
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Sold | $2,000,000-5.9%$624/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12583471 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,125,000+28.8%$663/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12583471 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2021 | Sold | $1,650,000+0.1%$515/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11051056 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2021 | Contingent | $1,649,000$515/sqft |
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| 4/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,649,000+26.9%$515/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11051056 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2019 | Listing removed | $1,299,000$405/sqft |
Source: Griffith Grant & Lackie #10260459 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2019 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$405/sqft |
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| 1/31/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000$405/sqft |
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| 1/31/2019 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$405/sqft |
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| 1/31/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000-13.1%$405/sqft |
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| 1/30/2010 | Listing removed | $1,495,000$467/sqft |
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| 7/3/2009 | Price change | $1,495,000-11.8%$467/sqft |
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| 2/28/2009 | Price change | $1,695,000-10.6%$529/sqft |
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| 1/23/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000+303.2%$591/sqft |
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| 7/6/2001 | Sold | $470,000$147/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $37,951 +2.5% | $609,657 +9% |
| 2023 | $37,017 +22.5% | $559,422 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $30,209 +5.6% | $515,691 +19.1% |
| 2021 | $28,601 +2.2% | $433,042 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $27,978 +3.7% | $423,567 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $26,977 -7.1% | $415,792 -10.2% |
| 2018 | $29,053 | $462,810 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $29,053 +4.5% | $455,074 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $27,800 +4.9% | $433,156 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $26,506 +2.7% | $407,868 +7.7% |
| 2014 | $25,807 +6.7% | $378,576 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $24,192 -6.3% | $381,860 -9.4% |
| 2011 | $25,818 +6.4% | $421,671 -2.6% |
| 2010 | $24,258 +1.1% | $432,811 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $24,005 +0.5% | $472,656 -2% |
| 2008 | $23,897 +94.9% | $482,106 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $12,264 +351.7% | $469,157 |
| 2005 | $2,715 -65.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $7,899 +5.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $7,519 -7.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $8,154 +10.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $7,399 -30.1% | $142,474 -27.8% |
| 2000 | $10,591 | $197,296 |
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Neighborhood: 60044
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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