Nestled in East Lake Bluff on a beautiful ravine with seasonal Lake Michigan views, this exceptional home offers the rare luxury of a private beach. A dramatic two-story foyer with a curved staircase sets the tone for timeless elegance. At the front of the home, the library features a fireplace, warm wood-paneled walls, and a coffered ceiling. The living room with fireplace flows into the dining room, where expansive windows capture ravine and lake views. A well-appointed butler's pantry includes a sink, beverage refrigerator, Viking warming drawer, and generous cabinetry. The light-filled kitchen with high-end appliances including two dishwashers is ideal for daily living and entertaining. The adjoining mudroom features an additional refrigerator, sink, and storage. The two-story family room is filled with natural light and centered around a custom limestone fireplace. Two staircases and an elevator lead to the upper level, featuring three ensuite bedrooms and a luxurious Primary Suite with spa-like bath, private office, and scenic lake views. A cozy workspace and a second-floor laundry room add convenience. The back staircase leads to a heated sunroom with a resistance pool that also functions as a spa, plus a second washer and dryer. The basement, also accessible by the elevator, includes a recreation room, wet bar, exercise room, and ample storage. A three-car heated garage with dog bath completes this extraordinary property, offering elegance, comfort and close to all Lake Bluff has to offer.
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$2,995,000
697 Bluff Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4beds
6,822sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
1.09 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$439/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private beachThree ensuite bedroomsCozy workspaceCoffered ceilingWarm wood-paneled wallsSecond-floor laundry room
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Andra O'Neill 847-295-0700,
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12584903
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Recreation Room, Breakfast Room, Heated Sun Room, Exercise Room, Library, Foyer, Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X19
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Travertine)
- Level: Main
- Area: 253 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Travertine)
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X7
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X9
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 684 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36X19
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Humidifier, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Upper Level, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Elevator, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,528
- Total interior livable area: 6,822 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Pool features: Indoor
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Side(s) of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Side(s) of Property
Lot
- Size: 1.09 Acres
- Dimensions: 150x135x105x160x113x93x77x141x37x122x117
Details
- Parcel number: 12212030140000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Central Vacuum, Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Rights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $439/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,548,604
- Annual tax amount: $39,445
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Contingent | $2,995,000$439/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12550728 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2026 | Price change | $2,995,000-5.7%$439/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,175,000+104.8%$465/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453475 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2021 | Sold | $1,550,000-11.4%$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10849573 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2021 | Pending sale | $1,749,000$256/sqft |
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| 3/2/2021 | Contingent | $1,749,000$256/sqft |
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| 10/16/2020 | Price change | $1,749,000-4.2%$256/sqft |
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| 9/22/2020 | Price change | $1,825,000-5.2%$268/sqft |
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| 9/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,925,000-3.7%$282/sqft |
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| 7/8/2017 | Listing removed | $1,999,000$293/sqft |
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| 7/7/2017 | Price change | $1,999,000+5.5%$293/sqft |
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| 1/26/2017 | Price change | $1,895,000-5.2%$278/sqft |
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| 5/18/2016 | Price change | $1,999,000-4.8%$293/sqft |
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| 2/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,099,000+6.4%$308/sqft |
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| 7/2/2014 | Sold | $1,972,880-5.6%$289/sqft |
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| 6/20/2014 | Pending sale | $2,089,880$306/sqft |
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| 5/21/2014 | Listed for sale | $2,089,880-14.7%$306/sqft |
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| 6/27/2013 | Listing removed | $2,450,000$359/sqft |
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| 4/16/2012 | Price change | $2,450,000-12.5%$359/sqft |
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| 2/2/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,800,000$410/sqft |
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| 8/2/2009 | Listing removed | $2,800,000$410/sqft |
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| 4/17/2009 | Price change | $2,800,000-4.3%$410/sqft |
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| 2/5/2009 | Price change | $2,925,000-1.7%$429/sqft |
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| 8/7/2008 | Price change | $2,975,000+26945.5%$436/sqft |
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| 7/31/2008 | Listed for sale | $11,000-97.6%$2/sqft |
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| 6/2/2000 | Sold | $462,500$68/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,227 +22.7% | $559,920 -9.8% |
| 2022 | $36,864 +3.6% | $620,566 +19.1% |
| 2021 | $35,583 -35.8% | $521,109 -37% |
| 2020 | $55,409 +3.7% | $826,901 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $53,426 +30.4% | $811,722 +26% |
| 2018 | $40,970 | $644,035 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $40,970 -16.9% | $633,270 -17% |
| 2016 | $49,293 +1.4% | $763,120 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $48,615 +2.3% | $718,569 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $47,540 +7.6% | $686,448 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $44,163 -6.3% | $692,403 -16.4% |
| 2011 | $47,109 +3.3% | $827,818 +2.4% |
| 2010 | $45,620 +1.1% | $808,787 -25% |
| 2009 | $45,126 -17.8% | $1,078,909 -2% |
| 2008 | $54,902 +19.2% | $1,100,478 +1.1% |
| 2006 | $46,067 +7.1% | $1,088,095 |
| 2005 | $43,032 +3.9% | -- |
| 2004 | $41,428 +12.6% | -- |
| 2003 | $36,778 +12.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $32,604 +121.9% | -- |
| 2001 | $14,690 +38.8% | $275,916 +42.4% |
| 2000 | $10,586 | $193,711 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Middle: Lake Bluff Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 65
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