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$631,000 SOLD Mar 2026

Listed at $599,000

29599 N Birch Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Closed

3 beds (4 possible) 3.5 baths 2,137 sqft (assessor) Built 1996 Residential MLS #MRD12564855 4 days on market

Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-295-0700 · MLS #MRD12564855 · Status: Closed

Updated home with interior lot, located in The Sanctuary of Lake Bluff, a quiet enclave of maintenance free homes. Two story foyer offering amazing Brazilian Cherry flooring, open to Living and Dining Rooms. Recently redone kitchen offers custom white cabinetry, with SS appliances, and spacious eating area with slider doors leading to a paver patio. Open to the Kitchen, the Family Room area boasts custom built in cabinetry and gas fireplace along with ample windows. First floor mud room offers the perfect spot for Chicago weather with custom built in lockers. Second floor features a vaulted Primary Suite complete with custom organized walk in closet and spa stone bathroom. Two large bedrooms both with custom closets plus a large hall bathroom complete the second floor living area. The finished lower level provides further family enjoyment with a large recreation area, bedroom #4 with closet, NEW full bathroom, and ample storage area. Recent updates include Newer Carrier Infinity High Efficiency HVAC System 2018, new roof 2018, new windows 2018, New kitchen cabinets and appliances 2021, added New Brazilian Cherry flooring and with matching staircase 2021, Mudroom remodeled with custom Lockers 2018, new full bathroom in LL 2024 and also recently painted interior make this the ultimate "MOVE IN READY" home. The Sanctuary of Lake Bluff is conveniently located only a few miles to downtown Lake Bluff, half a mile to Abbot/Abbvie Park, train station, shopping, along with a great neighborhood park. Monthly assessment includes landscaping and snow removal.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Interior features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Bookcases, Special Millwork
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace details: Wood Burning
Basement: Finished, Full, Daylight
Laundry: Main Level
Additional rooms: Recreation Room
Total rooms: 9

Building & exterior

Style: Traditional
Age: 26-30 Years
Exterior: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch: Patio
Exposure: North

Parking

Garage spaces: 2
Total spaces: 2
Parking details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 56X117X43X121
Lot description: Landscaped
Township: Shields
County: Lake

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity: Circuit Breakers
Equipment: TV-Cable, Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment: $175 / monthly
Assessment includes: Water, Lawn Care, Scavenger
Community features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary: Lake Bluff Elementary School (65)
Junior high: Lake Bluff Middle School (65)
High school: Lake Forest High School (115)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $11,037 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 12181030050000
PIN: 12181030050000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: Exclusions-Call List Office
Listed: 2/13/2026
Sold: 3/13/2026
Sold price: $631,000

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