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701 E Center
Lake Bluff, IL 60044

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 / 3 Baths
  • 5,043 Sq. Ft.
  • Built In 1927
Price

$3,950,000

Est Payment
$25,451 / month (details)  
Taxes
$54,151  
Beds
4  
Baths
3 / 3  
Rooms
12  
Type
Detached Single  
Sq. Ft.
5,043  
Lot Size
160 x 124  
Built
1927  
Neighborhood
Lake Bluff  
MLS
#12447348
Status
Active (0 days)

Property Description

This rare east Lake Bluff treasure offers a singular opportunity to live one block from Lake Michigan in a spectacular, fully renovated classic 1927 home. Situated on nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds, this private in-town oasis, is just steps to the beach, town and train. Completely and thoughtfully renovated/expanded by LaDuke, seamlessly blending timeless craftmanship & character with modern convenience. Special attention was given to maintaining the historic details & charm of the original home, while achieving modern comfort w/newer windows, mechanicals, plumbing & electrical. The exceptional first floor layout features a gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances & large center island, a spectacular family room w/fireplace & access to the delightful screened porch w/fireplace & views of the beautiful backyard. The first floor also has handsome living & dining rooms, a lovely paneled den, a well-appointed mud room opening to the heated garage plus 2 half baths. Upstairs the primary suite is truly a private sanctuary including a spacious bedroom w/lovely fireplace, window seat, handsome built-in cabinetry & access to a deck w/seasonal lake views, a luxurious bath w/heated floors, soaking tub, separate shower & generous storage, plus a private office/sitting room & 2 enormous walk-in closets (7x21 & 12x9). The second floor also features 3 large additional bedrooms, a beautiful hall bath & an ensuite one, plus a laundry room. The expanded basement boasts a deep pour recreation room, a second laundry room, a half bath, plus additional play & storage rooms. This home is as delightful outside as indoors w/lushly landscaped grounds, flagstone walkways & patio, an in-ground spa & charming covered areas. Too many improvements to list, but most notable include a new DaVinci Select Shake roof, chimney tuckpointing & second floor decks/railing rebuilt (2025). Truly perfection at every turn.

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Property Details

Rooms

Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
18X23
Dining Room
Main
Hardwood
13X16
Kitchen
Main
Hardwood
19X16
Family Room
Main
Hardwood
19X26
Laundry
Second
Other
10X6
Master Bedroom
Second
Hardwood
19X26
Bedroom 2
Second
Hardwood
13X18
Bedroom 3
Second
Hardwood
16X18
Bedroom 4
Second
Hardwood
12X17
Den
Main
Hardwood
14X17
Office
Second
Hardwood
16X12
Recreation Room
Basement
Carpet
18X33
Play Room
Basement
Carpet
14X30
Foyer
Main
Hardwood
8X17
Mud Room
Main
Hardwood
28X7
Walk In Closet
Second
Hardwood
7X21
Screened Porch
Main
Other
14X15

Utilities

  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling Central Air, Zoned
  • Water Lake Michigan
  • Sewer Public Sewer

Additional Information

Interior Features
Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior Features
Balcony, Hot Tub
Appliances
Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
Parking
2 Garage Spaces, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage, Parking included in price
Schools
Lake Forest High School (115), Lake Bluff Middle School (65), Lake Bluff Elementary School (65)

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Listing History

09-01-2025 Listed at $3,950,000
Last Modified 9/1/25 11:07 AM

Nearby Transportation

  • Union Pacific North 0.8 mi
  • I 94 West 3.9 mi
  • I 94 East 4.1 mi
  • Hwy 41 South 5.0 mi
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