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$660,000 SOLD Mar 2026
Listed at $649,000

29644 N Birch Avenue, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Closed
4 beds 3.5 baths 2,852 sqft (builder) Built 1997 Residential MLS #MRD12572169 3 days on market
Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-295-0700 · MLS #MRD12572169 · Status: Closed
Multiple Offers...Final & Best Due by Saturday 2-28 @ 5PM. One of the largest models in the MAINTENANCE FREE neighborhood of The Sanctuary. This home offers ~2800 square feet on the first two floors with an additional ~1200 in the finished English Lower-Level. Two story Foyer greets guests with an open floor plan freely flowing the Living and Dining Rooms together making the ideal entertaining spaces for guests featuring recessed lighting with custom fixtures and large double windows. Updated Kitchen features granite counters, white cabinetry with stainless steel appliances and a large eating area with direct access to the custom deck over looking a tree lined backdrop with pond views. Open to the Eating Area, the two story Family Room boasts two story custom cornered windows complete with custom draperies, and a fireplace. First floor powder, a large laundry/mud room, and attached two car garage with epoxy flooring system complete the first floor living spaces. Second Floor Primary Suite features a vaulted ceiling treatment with ceiling fan/light, two separate custom walk in closets, and a huge bathroom with double bowl vanities, separate tub & shower, custom ceiling treatment and large linen closet. Three large additional bedrooms with ample custom closets plus a full bathroom with double bowl sinks and shower tub complete the second floor living spaces. A fully finished English basement offers the ideal space for toys, further guest entertainment or late night movie fun and features a full wet bar/kitchenette, full bathroom and large South-East facing windows overlooking mature trees with a water view. Location is ideal with easy access to all major roadways, short drive to downtown Lake Bluff or Lake Forest offering numerous shopping or restaurant options, Lake Bluff Beach, and also many bike/walking trails throughout the neighborhood and nearby.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
Interior features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Finished, Full
Laundry
Main Level
Additional rooms
Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Eating Area
Total rooms
13

Building & exterior

Style
Traditional
Age
26-30 Years
Exterior
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Deck
Other structures
None
Exposure
East,West

Parking

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

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
49.25x95.34x54.09x95.34
Lot description
Mature Trees
Township
Shields
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Other
Sewer
Other
Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment
$175 / monthly
Assessment includes
Lawn Care, Other
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
$11,922 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
12181011180000
PIN
12181011180000
Ownership
Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
2/26/2026
Sold
3/27/2026
Sold price
$660,000
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