117 Bluff Avenue

Grayslake, IL 60030

$375,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,400 Sq. Ft.
$268 / Sq. Ft.
1,400
Sq. Ft.
$268
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Cozy year 'round cottage retreat boasting a delightful open floor plan with breathtaking sunrise views of Grayslake. This type of property is rare within city limits. 70' of Grayslake water frontage offers unmatched tranquility. Enjoy all the features of this vibrant community while still being tucked away off the beaten path. Loads of improvements have been made over the years with most recent being flooring and windows within the past few years. Only a few minutes to train, town and major access...Cozy year 'round cottage retreat boasting a delightful open floor plan with breathtaking sunrise views of Grayslake. This type of property is rare within city limits. 70' of Grayslake water frontage offers unmatched tranquility. Enjoy all the features of this vibrant community while still being tucked away off the beaten path. Loads of improvements have been made over the years with most recent being flooring and windows within the past few years. Only a few minutes to train, town and major access routes. Less than 30 minutes to Naval Training Center & Hospitals. Loads of improvements have been made over the years with most recent being flooring and windows within the past few years. In addition to the main lot, there is an additional 70x70 lot that includes an 18'x38' storage garage. Truly adorable.
  1. Listed by Patricia Palzet-Taylor • RE/MAX Plaza

Sold By Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes

Property Details for 117 Bluff Avenue

Area
Gages Lake / Grayslake / Hainesville / Third Lake / Wildwood
Township
Avon
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Cottage
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2024 02:13 AM

Property Details for 117 Bluff Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12103974
Days on Market92
Taxes$8,394 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1918
Lot Size-
CountyLake County

Building Information for 117 Bluff Avenue

Stories-Year Built1918Building Size-Lot Size-

Property Information for 117 Bluff Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 127
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Street
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Water Rights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Cellar, Exterior Access
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Room Type: Great Room, Eating Area
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 1980
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 1988
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Lake Front, Water Rights, Water View, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 70X140.4X70X166
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-07-09T19:45:25
  • Photos Count: 36
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Living Room
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X12
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X27

Property History for 117 Bluff Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 117 Bluff Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$29,179Additions$39,229Total$68,408
Tax Record2023$6,413 ($534 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,392 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,392 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,591 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1918CountyLAKEAPN06-34-201-003

Schools near 117 Bluff Avenue

This home is within Grayslake Chsd 127 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Woodview School
PublicK to 4

Frederick School
Public5 to 6

Grayslake Middle School
Public7 to 8

Grayslake Central High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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