Come see this classic Colonial on a large, private lot in desirable Knollwood. Welcome in to a two story foyer with formal living and dining room on each side. Updated eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops overlook your patio and fully fenced yard. Upstairs you will find a primary bedroom with large ensuite bath, laundry room and three more sizable bedrooms. Other amenities include a full basement and two car attached garage. Enjoy all that Lake Bluff has to offer.
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$590,000
555 Basil Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4beds
2,552sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
0.28 Acres Lot
$588,900 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$4,156 Estimated rent
Home value
$588,900
$559,000 - $618,000
$4,156/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 21, 2025 at 12:02am
Listing courtesy of:
Kimberly Shortsle (847)987-5702,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty,
Carleigh Mia Goldsberry 224-558-1993,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Sonia Madden
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12477831
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X19
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X3
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1036 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37X28
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X7
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X5
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X4
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,552 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 90X134
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 12192010250000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $590,000-1.5%$231/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12477831 | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Contingent | $599,000$235/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12477831 | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000+90.2%$235/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12477831 | ||
| 10/7/1998 | Sold | $315,000$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,200 +2% | $150,090 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $9,018 +2.1% | $138,357 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $8,829 +2% | $137,095 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Knollwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 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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