345 Sylvan Road

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

$1,750,000
Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1,929 Sq. Ft.
$907 / Sq. Ft.
1,929
Sq. Ft.
$907
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nothing but charm here! Originally a cottage overlooking the sylvan woods, this home has been in the same family since 1947. Lovingly maintained and expanded in recent years, this home is arguably the landmark home in east Lake Bluff, exuding charm and breathtaking gardens that cradle the cottage. This is a once in a lifetime house. Treasures include edge-cut fir floors, 9ft ceilings in many rooms, a first floor primary suite with 2 full baths large walk-in closet and laundry, 3 bedrooms/1bath on...Nothing but charm here! Originally a cottage overlooking the sylvan woods, this home has been in the same family since 1947. Lovingly maintained and expanded in recent years, this home is arguably the landmark home in east Lake Bluff, exuding charm and breathtaking gardens that cradle the cottage. This is a once in a lifetime house. Treasures include edge-cut fir floors, 9ft ceilings in many rooms, a first floor primary suite with 2 full baths large walk-in closet and laundry, 3 bedrooms/1bath on the second floor. The deep pour lower level encompasses 1 bedroom, sitting room, workroom, full bath and 2nd kitchen ( microwave and refrigerator drawers) & laundry room, perfect for an au pair or live- in.

Listing Agents

  1. Marina Carney

    Marina Carney

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    marina.carney@compass.com

    P: (847)-274-5566

  2. Andy Mrowiec

    Andy Mrowiec

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    andy.mrowiec@compass.com

    P: (847)-308-2589

Property Details for 345 Sylvan Road

Area
Lake Bluff
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 11/14/2024 03:12 AM

Property Details for 345 Sylvan Road

StatusActive ( Private )
MLS #12210204
Days on Market-
Taxes$21,719 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
CountyLake County

Building Information for 345 Sylvan Road

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF

Property Information for 345 Sylvan Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Lake Bluff Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Den, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Workshop, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 171X145
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 24
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X8
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 20X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X08
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X18
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X10
Work Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Work Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X10
Kitchen- 2nd Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X8
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X12
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X15
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X11

Property History for 345 Sylvan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 345 Sylvan Road

Taxable ValueLand$17,448Additions-Total$17,448
Tax Record2023$1,112 ($93 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size4,491 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyLAKEAPN12-21-127-017

Schools near 345 Sylvan Road

This home is within Lake Bluff Esd 65 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lake Bluff Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lake Bluff Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

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