Holy picturesque! Upon entering the desirable Tangley Oaks neighborhood of Lake Bluff, you are surrounded by the natural beauty and privacy offered by its lush surroundings. Breathtaking views from the floor to ceiling windows encircling the home immediately greet you once you step inside 85 Bristol Court. This spacious residence is designed to seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living, featuring stunning vistas and a peaceful retreat right upon entry. The two-story foyer with bridal staircase leads to a step-down living room with gorgeous limestone surround fireplace and endless wooded views with the pond just beyond. An inviting and handsome dining room with vaulted ceiling and more views is located off the foyer. Gleaming new and refinished hardwood floors fill the home. The family room with two story stone fireplace, access to one of the decks and adjacent to the kitchen and breakfast room is a perfect spot to cozy up and relax. Or, choose to do the same enjoying the fresh air from the perfectly sized screened in porch. First floor laundry room with powder room leads to very large epoxy flooring three car attached garage. The main level features a primary bedroom and bathroom, an en suite bedroom and a lovely large office which includes another gorgeous limestone fireplace - all with scenic views and most with exterior access. An additional en suite bedroom and another primary bedroom and bathroom with soaking tub, separate shower, two large walk-in closets and sitting area with the third limestone surround fireplace can be found on the second floor along with more hang out space in the loft. The lower level (2900sf) is finished with a rec room, office with two built in desks, a bedroom with large walk in closet, a full bathroom, substantial cedar closet, storage galore and windows everywhere bringing the outdoors in, yet again. Walk to town (restaurants, ice cream, coffee!), the farmers market, the beach and train station. All only a 10-15 minute walk from the house as the Mawman Ave bike/walking path is literally just around the corner! Fabulous Lake Bluff rec center and pool minutes away as well as LB elementary, middle school, and Lake Forest high school. Unbeatable property and location.
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$1,000,000
85 Bristol Ct, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
5beds
4,427sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
0.6 Acres Lot
$1,339,900 Zestimate®
$226/sqft
$7,237 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,339,900
$1.22M - $1.50M
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Cynthia Poulakidas Tobin 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Jennifer Mower
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12105228
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X10
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,372
- Total interior livable area: 4,427 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 2,945
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
Lot
- Size: 0.60 Acres
- Dimensions: 194.40X78.24X95.85X109.75
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 12174010340000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Air Purifier
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Tennis Court(s), Lake, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
- Subdivision: Tangley Oaks
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $125 monthly
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: VA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2024 | Sold | $1,000,000+0.5%$226/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12105228 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2024 | Pending sale | $995,000$225/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12105228 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2024 | Contingent | $995,000$225/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12105228 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $995,000+19.9%$225/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12105228 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2013 | Sold | $830,000-4.5%$187/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08157897 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2012 | Price change | $869,000-8.4%$196/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #08157897 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2012 | Price change | $949,000-4%$214/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #08157897 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2011 | Price change | $989,000-17.5%$223/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #07905509 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000$271/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07846449 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2011 | Listing removed | $1,199,000$271/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07487086 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2010 | Price change | $1,199,000-4%$271/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07487086 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2010 | Price change | $1,249,000-9.8%$282/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Estate #07487086 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,385,000+62.9%$313/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #07142059 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2000 | Sold | $850,000$192/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,704 +8% | $368,220 +9% |
| 2023 | $21,031 -1.1% | $337,880 +13.9% |
| 2022 | $21,261 +3.6% | $296,637 -3.2% |
| 2021 | $20,519 +2.2% | $306,543 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $20,073 +3.7% | $305,579 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $19,354 -5.7% | $299,970 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $20,528 | $296,637 -8.2% |
| 2017 | $20,528 -13.3% | $323,301 -12.6% |
| 2016 | $23,668 +24% | $369,725 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $19,086 +2.7% | $348,140 +26.9% |
| 2014 | $18,584 +2.5% | $274,286 -4.6% |
| 2012 | $18,124 -16.9% | $287,506 -19.5% |
| 2011 | $21,805 +4.2% | $357,031 -4.6% |
| 2010 | $20,920 +1% | $374,067 -8.4% |
| 2009 | $20,705 +0.4% | $408,504 -2% |
| 2008 | $20,616 +9.2% | $416,671 +2.8% |
| 2006 | $18,883 +9.4% | $405,480 |
| 2005 | $17,262 +3.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $16,740 +2.2% | -- |
| 2003 | $16,378 -2.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $16,764 +10.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $15,227 +3.7% | $289,507 +5.6% |
| 2000 | $14,682 | $274,158 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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