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697 Bluff Road

Lake Bluff, IL 60044
  • $2,995,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • MLS #: 12584903
UPDATED: 96 min ago
$2,995,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 1.09
    ACRES
  • 5
    BATHS
  • 2
    1/2 BATHS
  • 6,822
    SQFT
  • $439
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
2000
County:
Area:

School Information

Elementary School:
Middle School:
School District:
65

Description

Nestled in East Lake Bluff on a beautiful ravine with seasonal Lake Michigan views, this exceptional home offers the rare luxury of a private beach. A dramatic two-story foyer with a curved staircase sets the tone for timeless elegance. At the front of the home, the library features a fireplace, warm wood-paneled walls, and a coffered ceiling. The living room with fireplace flows into the dining room, where expansive windows capture ravine and lake views. A well-appointed butler's pantry includes a sink, beverage refrigerator, Viking warming drawer, and generous cabinetry. The light-filled kitchen with high-end appliances including two dishwashers is ideal for daily living and entertaining. The adjoining mudroom features an additional refrigerator, sink, and storage. The two-story family room is filled with natural light and centered around a custom limestone fireplace. Two staircases and an elevator lead to the upper level, featuring three ensuite bedrooms and a luxurious Primary Suite with spa-like bath, private office, and scenic lake views. A cozy workspace and a 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 basement, also accessible by the elevator, includes a recreation room, wet bar, exercise room, and ample storage. A three-car heated garage with dog bath completes this extraordinary property, offering elegance, comfort and close to all Lake Bluff has to offer.

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697 Bluff Road Lake Bluff, IL 60044

  • Price: $2,995,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: Days
  • Updated: 96 min ago
  • MLS #: 12584903
4
Beds
5
Baths
2
½ Baths
1.09
Acres
6,822
SQFT
$439
$/SQFT
2000
Built
Neighborhood:
Lake Bluff
County:
Lake
Area:
Lake Bluff
Elementary School:
Lake Bluff Elementary School
Middle School:
Lake Bluff Middle School
High School:
Lake Forest High School
School District:
65
Property Description
Nestled in East Lake Bluff on a beautiful ravine with seasonal Lake Michigan views, this exceptional home offers the rare luxury of a private beach. A dramatic two-story foyer with a curved staircase sets the tone for timeless elegance. At the front of the home, the library features a fireplace, warm wood-paneled walls, and a coffered ceiling. The living room with fireplace flows into the dining room, where expansive windows capture ravine and lake views. A well-appointed butler's pantry includes a sink, beverage refrigerator, Viking warming drawer, and generous cabinetry. The light-filled kitchen with high-end appliances including two dishwashers is ideal for daily living and entertaining. The adjoining mudroom features an additional refrigerator, sink, and storage. The two-story family room is filled with natural light and centered around a custom limestone fireplace. Two staircases and an elevator lead to the upper level, featuring three ensuite bedrooms and a luxurious Primary Suite with spa-like bath, private office, and scenic lake views. A cozy workspace and a 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 basement, also accessible by the elevator, includes a recreation room, wet bar, exercise room, and ample storage. A three-car heated garage with dog bath completes this extraordinary property, offering elegance, comfort and close to all Lake Bluff has to offer.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Traditional Exterior Features Dog Run Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter Is Parking Included In Price Yes Lot Size 1.0-1.99 Acres Parking Features AsphaltGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage Parking Total 3 Types 2 Stories Waterfront YN Yes

Interior Features

Appliances Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorFreezerWasherDryerDisposalCooktopHumidifier Approximate Finished Sq Ft 6822 Basement Bathrooms YN Yes Basement Details Partially FinishedPartial Basement Sqft 2706 Bathroom WhirlpoolSeparate Shower Bedrooms Below Grade 0 Bedrooms Total 4 Cooling Central AirZoned Dining Room Separate Fireplace Features Gas LogGas Starter Fireplace Location Family RoomLiving RoomDen/Library Fireplaces Total 3 Flooring HardwoodCarpet Heating Natural GasForced Air Interior Features Vaulted Ceiling(s)Wet BarElevatorBuilt-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)BookcasesHigh CeilingsCoffered Ceiling(s)Separate Dining RoomPaneling Laundry Features Upper LevelSink Main Sq Ft 3526 Room Type OfficeRecreation RoomBreakfast RoomHeated Sun RoomExercise RoomLibraryFoyerMud Room Rooms Office (Second) Recreation Room (Basement) Breakfast Room (Main) Heated Sun Room (Main) Exercise Room (Basement) Library (Main) Foyer (Main) Mud Room (Main) (N/A) (N/A) Bedroom 2 (Second) Bedroom 3 (Second) Bedroom 4 (Second) Dining Room (Main) Family Room (Main) Kitchen (Main) Laundry (Second) Living Room (Main) Master Bedroom (Second) Rooms Total 14 Total Sq Ft 6822 Unfinished Sqft 9528 Upper Square Feet 3296

Property Features

Additional Parcels YN No Age 26-30 Years Assessor Square Footage 7772 Association Fee Frequency Not Applicable Association Fee Includes None Built Before1978 YN No Community Features Water RightsStreet Paved Corporate Limits Lake Bluff Currently Leased No Disability Access And Or Equipped No Electric Circuit BreakersService - 400 Amp or Greater General Information School Bus Service Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required Mls Actual Status Active New Construction YN No Other Equipment Central VacuumSecurity SystemIntercomCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Sump PumpSprinkler-LawnGeneratorMultiple Water HeatersSecurity Cameras Ownership Fee Simple Rebuilt YN No Rural No Sewer Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions List Broker Must Accompany Tax Annual Amount 39445.46 Tax Year 2025 Township Shields Type Detached Single Water Source Lake MichiganPublic

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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-08T03:25:15.23 UTC. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Some properties which appear for sale on this website may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. NOTICE: Many homes contain recording devices, and buyers should be aware they may be recorded during a showing.

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