Discover the rare privilege of lake living on Chicago's North Shore, where a private beach, the ever-changing beauty of Lake Michigan, and a peaceful ravine setting create a remarkable retreat. Nestled along a wooded ravine with seasonal lake views, this exceptional home offers a unique combination of privacy, natural beauty, and access to your own private stretch of shoreline. A dramatic two-story foyer with curved staircase welcomes you into the home. The main level has 10' ceilings throughout, with a handsome wood-paneled library with coffered ceiling and fireplace at the front. The adjoining living and dining rooms are connected by a graceful flow, with a fireplace anchoring the living room and an expansive wall of arched windows in the dining room framing ravine and lake views. A well-appointed butler's pantry connects the dining room to the kitchen and includes a sink, beverage refrigerator, Viking warming drawer, and generous cabinetry. The light-filled kitchen features beautiful views, high-end appliances including two dishwashers, and generous space for cooking and gathering. The adjoining mudroom provides an additional refrigerator, sink, and storage. A two-story family room with custom limestone fireplace and abundant natural light completes the main gathering spaces. Two staircases and an elevator lead to the upper level, featuring four ensuite bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with spa-like bath, private office, and scenic lake views. A separate office and second-floor laundry room add convenience. The back staircase leads to a heated sunroom with a resistance pool that also functions as a spa, plus a second washer and dryer. The lower level, also accessible by elevator, includes a recreation room, wet bar, exercise room, and ample storage. A three-car heated garage with dog bath completes this distinctive Lake Bluff residence, offering the privacy of a wooded ravine, the privilege of a private Lake Michigan beach, and the convenience of being less than an hour from Chicago.
New
$2,735,000
697 Bluff Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4beds
6,822sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
1.09 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$401/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private beachPeaceful ravine settingSecond-floor laundry room
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Andra O'Neill 847-295-0700,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12799427
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Recreation Room, Breakfast Room, Heated Sun Room, Exercise Room, Library, Foyer, Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X19
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Travertine)
- Level: Main
- Area: 253 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Travertine)
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X7
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X9
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 684 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36X19
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Humidifier, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Upper Level, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Elevator, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,528
- Total interior livable area: 6,822 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Pool features: Indoor
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Side(s) of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Side(s) of Property
- Body of water: LAKE MICHIGAN
Lot
- Size: 1.09 Acres
- Dimensions: 150x135x105x160x113x93x77x141x37x122x117
Details
- Parcel number: 12212030140000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Central Vacuum, Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Rights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $401/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,679,928
- Annual tax amount: $39,445
- Date on market: 11/2/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2026 | Listing removed | $2,895,000$424/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12584903 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $2,895,000-3.3%$424/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000$439/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Listing removed | $2,995,000$439/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12550728 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2026 | Contingent | $2,995,000$439/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12550728 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000-5.7%$439/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12550728 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2025 | Listing removed | $3,175,000$465/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453475 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,175,000+104.8%$465/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12453475 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2021 | Sold | $1,550,000-11.4%$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10849573 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2021 | Pending sale | $1,749,000$256/sqft |
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| 3/2/2021 | Contingent | $1,749,000$256/sqft |
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| 10/16/2020 | Price change | $1,749,000-4.2%$256/sqft |
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| 9/22/2020 | Price change | $1,825,000-5.2%$268/sqft |
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| 9/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,925,000-3.7%$282/sqft |
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| 7/8/2017 | Listing removed | $1,999,000$293/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #09486277 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2017 | Price change | $1,999,000+5.5%$293/sqft |
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| 1/26/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000-5.2%$278/sqft |
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| 5/18/2016 | Price change | $1,999,000-4.8%$293/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #09486277 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,099,000+6.4%$308/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest, IL #09128730 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2014 | Sold | $1,972,880-5.6%$289/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08619465 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2014 | Pending sale | $2,089,880$306/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #08619465 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2014 | Listed for sale | $2,089,880-14.7%$306/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #08619465 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2013 | Listing removed | $2,450,000$359/sqft |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #08110438 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,450,000-12.5%$359/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner Real Estate #07895812 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,800,000$410/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner - Lake Forest #07718242 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2009 | Listing removed | $2,800,000+505.4%$410/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner - Lake Forest #07259448 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2000 | Sold | $462,500$68/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $37,985 -16% | $610,198 +9% |
| 2023 | $45,227 +22.7% | $559,920 -9.8% |
| 2022 | $36,864 +3.6% | $620,566 +19.1% |
| 2021 | $35,583 -35.8% | $521,109 -37% |
| 2020 | $55,409 +3.7% | $826,901 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $53,426 +30.4% | $811,722 +26% |
| 2018 | $40,970 | $644,035 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $40,970 -16.9% | $633,270 -17% |
| 2016 | $49,293 +1.4% | $763,120 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $48,615 +2.3% | $718,569 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $47,540 +7.6% | $686,448 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $44,163 -6.3% | $692,403 -16.4% |
| 2011 | $47,109 +3.3% | $827,818 +2.4% |
| 2010 | $45,620 +1.1% | $808,787 -25% |
| 2009 | $45,126 -17.8% | $1,078,909 -2% |
| 2008 | $54,902 +19.2% | $1,100,478 +1.1% |
| 2006 | $46,067 +7.1% | $1,088,095 |
| 2005 | $43,032 +3.9% | -- |
| 2004 | $41,428 +12.6% | -- |
| 2003 | $36,778 +12.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $32,604 +121.9% | -- |
| 2001 | $14,690 +38.8% | $275,916 +42.4% |
| 2000 | $10,586 | $193,711 |
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Neighborhood: 60044
Nearby schools
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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