This beautifully updated East Lake Bluff home is situated on a one-acre lot, just a block from the lake and under a mile to Sunrise Beach and downtown Lake Bluff! The home boasts a bright and airy interior with gleaming hardwood floors and large windows that fill the space with natural light. The inviting white kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a generous breakfast area, seamlessly flowing into the family room complete with a brick fireplace, built-ins, and a charming bay window seat. Enjoy three-season relaxation in the gorgeous screened porch with vaulted beamed ceiling, or unwind on the lovely patio shaded by mature trees. The first floor also offers a formal living and dining room, along with a gorgeous primary suite boasting hardwood floors, walk-in closet and a gorgeous bath. Additional amenities on the first floor include a large mudroom/laundry room and an attached 2.5-car garage. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a renovated hallway bath, while the spacious finished basement offers extra living and entertainment space. Key updates include remodeled kitchen and baths, Marvin windows, new A/C and Smart thermostat, newer roof, new driveway, washer and dryer, sump pump with battery backup, privacy fence and more. A large attic offers ample expansion possibilities. Move right in and enjoy this impeccably maintained home with its prime location near town beach, shops, and award-winning schools!
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$1,430,000
500 Forest Cove Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4beds
3,167sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
1.01 Acres Lot
$1,617,600 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$4,760 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,617,600
$1.44M - $1.84M
$4,760/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 08, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Elizabeth Wieneke 847-732-4039,
Compass
Bought with:
Anne Jacobs
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12292296
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 476 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Breakfast Room, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 980 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X28
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,576
- Total interior livable area: 3,167 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 980
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
Lot
- Size: 1.01 Acres
- Dimensions: 194 X 240 X 194 X 230
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 12214020210000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Details
- Builder model: CAPE COD
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2025 | Sold | $1,430,000+2.2%$452/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12292296 | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Contingent | $1,399,000$442/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12292296 | ||
| 2/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000-3.5%$442/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12292296 | ||
| 2/13/2025 | Listing removed | $1,450,000$458/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12207204 | ||
| 11/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+53.4%$458/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12207204 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,225 +21.7% | $437,564 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $23,183 +3.6% | $403,359 +19.1% |
| 2021 | $22,371 +2.2% | $338,713 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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