Nothing but charm here! Originally a cottage overlooking the sylvan woods, this home has been in the same family since 1947. Lovingly maintained and expanded in recent years, this home is arguably the landmark home in east Lake Bluff, exuding charm and breathtaking gardens that cradle the cottage. This is a once in a lifetime house! Treasures include edge-cut fir floors, 9ft ceilings in many rooms, a first floor primary suite with 2 full baths large walk-in closet and laundry, 3 bedrooms/1bath on the second floor. The deep pour lower level encompasses 1 bedroom, sitting room, workroom, full bath and 2nd kitchen (microwave and refrigerator drawers) & laundry room, perfect for an au pair or live- in.
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$1,615,000
345 Sylvan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
5beds
1,929sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
0.36 Acres Lot
$1,695,300 Zestimate®
$837/sqft
$4,943 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,695,300
$1.53M - $1.88M
$4,943/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2025 at 01:02am
Listing courtesy of:
Marina Carney 847-274-5566,
Compass,
Andrew Mrowiec 847-308-2589,
Compass
Bought with:
Heather Fowler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12210204
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Bedroom 5
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Den
- Features: Flooring (Terracotta)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X20
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Terracotta)
- Level: Main
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X08
Kitchen 2nd
- Level: Basement
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Sitting room
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level, In Bathroom, Multiple Locations
Features
- Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,929 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 171X145
Details
- Additional parcels included: 12211270100000
- Parcel number: 12211270160000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Major remodel year: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/14/2025 | Sold | $1,615,000-7.7%$837/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12210204 | ||
| 2/10/2025 | Contingent | $1,750,000$907/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12210204 | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$907/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12210204 | ||
| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $1,750,000$907/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12200003 | ||
| 10/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$907/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12200003 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,607 +7.5% | $356,570 +19.3% |
| 2022 | $19,170 +3.6% | $298,816 +6% |
| 2021 | $18,498 +2.2% | $281,993 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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