Multiple Offers...Final & Best Due by Saturday 2-28 @ 5PM. One of the largest models in the MAINTENANCE FREE neighborhood of The Sanctuary. This home offers ~2800 square feet on the first two floors with an additional ~1200 in the finished English Lower-Level. Two story Foyer greets guests with an open floor plan freely flowing the Living and Dining Rooms together making the ideal entertaining spaces for guests featuring recessed lighting with custom fixtures and large double windows. Updated Kitchen features granite counters, white cabinetry with stainless steel appliances and a large eating area with direct access to the custom deck over looking a tree lined backdrop with pond views. Open to the Eating Area, the two story Family Room boasts two story custom cornered windows complete with custom draperies, and a fireplace. First floor powder, a large laundry/mud room, and attached two car garage with epoxy flooring system complete the first floor living spaces. Second Floor Primary Suite features a vaulted ceiling treatment with ceiling fan/light, two separate custom walk in closets, and a huge bathroom with double bowl vanities, separate tub & shower, custom ceiling treatment and large linen closet. Three large additional bedrooms with ample custom closets plus a full bathroom with double bowl sinks and shower tub complete the second floor living spaces. A fully finished English basement offers the ideal space for toys, further guest entertainment or late night movie fun and features a full wet bar/kitchenette, full bathroom and large South-East facing windows overlooking mature trees with a water view. Location is ideal with easy access to all major roadways, short drive to downtown Lake Bluff or Lake Forest offering numerous shopping or restaurant options, Lake Bluff Beach, and also many bike/walking trails throughout the neighborhood and nearby.
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$660,000
29644 N Birch Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4beds
2,852sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$669,200 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$5,023 Estimated rent
Home value
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Large double windowsTwo story foyerCustom draperies
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Listed by:
Todd Martin 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Brandon Salinas
Keller Williams North Shore West
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12572169
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Eating Area
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X18
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 2,852 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 49.25x95.34x54.09x95.34
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 12181011180000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
- Major remodel year: 2021
Details
- Builder model: Woodland
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other
- Water: Other
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Subdivision: Sanctuary
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Lawn Care, Other
- HOA fee: $175 monthly
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $508,488
- Annual tax amount: $11,922
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Sold | $660,000+1.7%$231/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12572169 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Contingent | $649,000$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12572169 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,000+3.9%$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12572169 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Listing removed | $624,900$219/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12403753 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $624,900-1.6%$219/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12403753 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Listing removed | $635,000$223/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12382850 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $635,000-2.2%$223/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12382850 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Listing removed | $649,000$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12376292 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12376292 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Contingent | $649,000$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12376292 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000+41.1%$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12376292 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2021 | Sold | $460,000+2.2%$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11107272 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2021 | Pending sale | $449,900$158/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11107272 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2021 | Contingent | $449,900$158/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11107272 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $449,900+2.3%$158/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11107272 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2020 | Listing removed | $439,900$154/sqft |
Source: Jay C Realty Inc. #10565379 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2019 | Listed for sale | $439,900-1.8%$154/sqft |
Source: Jay C Realty Inc. #10565379 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2004 | Sold | $448,000+158.5%$157/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/1997 | Sold | $173,333$61/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,928 +2.8% | $184,698 +9% |
| 2023 | $11,598 +15.9% | $169,479 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $10,010 +2.5% | $156,230 +14% |
| 2021 | $9,770 +2.2% | $136,997 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $9,564 +3.6% | $136,567 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $9,232 +3.4% | $134,060 -0.6% |
| 2018 | $8,927 | $134,819 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $8,927 -0.2% | $132,565 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $8,949 +12.5% | $132,820 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $7,957 +2.6% | $125,066 +14.5% |
| 2014 | $7,757 +6.3% | $109,222 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $7,301 -5.9% | $110,169 -22.1% |
| 2011 | $7,756 -6.1% | $141,352 +0.8% |
| 2010 | $8,264 +1.1% | $140,217 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $8,174 +3.8% | $153,125 -2% |
| 2008 | $7,875 +2.6% | $156,186 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $7,674 +9.3% | $151,991 |
| 2005 | $7,019 +7.5% | -- |
| 2004 | $6,528 +3.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $6,329 +5.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $6,019 +9.9% | -- |
| 2001 | $5,477 +3.2% | $101,148 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $5,306 | $95,785 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60044
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 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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