THE SPRING MARKET IS HERE! You will love this open, super spacious home in the fantastic West Terrace neighborhood! Walking/Biking distance to every amenity that Lake Bluff offers; schools, golf course, fitness center, swimming pool, restaurants, Target, Open Lands, Metra Train Station, beach and the quaint Village of Lake Bluff, host to numerous family and community events (4th of July Parade, concerts, block parties, Ribfest). Lower taxes than the east side, this bright and sunny home has fresh paint and carpet, updated fixtures, hardwood floors throughout, custom Kolbe wood windows, solid core doors and Baldwin hardware. The main floor offers a beautiful open kitchen with custom white cabinetry & high end SS appliances, family room with a stone fireplace, living/dining area and a fantastic laundry/mudroom with both garage and backyard access. Upstairs features a huge primary bedroom with a walk in closet and updated spa bathroom, three additional oversized bedrooms all with exceptional closets and a second full bathroom. The fully finished, freshly updated basement gives you additional living space with a designated office area and two large storage areas. Huge deck made of Brazilian IPE wood overlooks fully fenced backyard and lovely bluestone patio with fire pit area. Owners of 19 years have taken great care in updating and maintaining this home. Excellent LB elementary and middle schools, Lake Forest High School National Blue Ribbon Designation. Within minutes of the Metra commuter train, easy expressway access and 30 minutes to O'Hare. Enjoy easy living on the North Shore of Chicago!
Public Records
Apr 25, 2003
Sold
$467,500
$190/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,959 (+6.1%)
$97,403 + $138,804
$236,207
2024
$14,099 (+6.0%)
$97,403 + $138,804
$236,207
2023
$13,298 (+2.8%)
$87,707 + $124,986
$212,693
2022
$12,930 (+3.6%)
$78,496 + $111,860
$190,356
2021
$12,478 (−2.3%)
$77,780 + $110,840
$188,620
2020
$12,775 (+3.7%)
$77,109 + $109,884
$186,993
2019
$12,317 (+6.9%)
$76,124 + $116,768
$192,892
2018
$11,527 (+1.0%)
$74,457 + $109,604
$184,061
2017
$11,417 (+4.6%)
$74,457 + $109,604
$184,061
2016
$10,917 (+0.9%)
$73,212 + $107,772
$180,984
2015
$10,817 (+0.9%)
$69,686 + $102,581
$172,267
2013
$10,719 (+6.5%)
$58,912 + $101,654
$160,566
2012
$10,062 (−6.4%)
$61,655 + $106,387
$168,042
2011
$10,753 (+12.7%)
$65,618 + $113,226
$178,844
2010
$9,542 (+0.9%)
$80,713 + $93,101
$173,814
2008
$9,455 (+8.2%)
$88,144 + $101,672
$189,816
2007
$8,742
$87,491 + $100,920
$188,411
Tax history for 359 Birkdale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,959 (+6.1%)
$97,403 + $138,804
$236,207
2024
$14,099 (+6.0%)
$97,403 + $138,804
$236,207
2023
$13,298 (+2.8%)
$87,707 + $124,986
$212,693
2022
$12,930 (+3.6%)
$78,496 + $111,860
$190,356
2021
$12,478 (−2.3%)
$77,780 + $110,840
$188,620
2020
$12,775 (+3.7%)
$77,109 + $109,884
$186,993
2019
$12,317 (+6.9%)
$76,124 + $116,768
$192,892
2018
$11,527 (+1.0%)
$74,457 + $109,604
$184,061
2017
$11,417 (+4.6%)
$74,457 + $109,604
$184,061
2016
$10,917 (+0.9%)
$73,212 + $107,772
$180,984
2015
$10,817 (+0.9%)
$69,686 + $102,581
$172,267
2013
$10,719 (+6.5%)
$58,912 + $101,654
$160,566
2012
$10,062 (−6.4%)
$61,655 + $106,387
$168,042
2011
$10,753 (+12.7%)
$65,618 + $113,226
$178,844
2010
$9,542 (+0.9%)
$80,713 + $93,101
$173,814
2008
$9,455 (+8.2%)
$88,144 + $101,672
$189,816
2007
$8,742
$87,491 + $100,920
$188,411
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,498 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1966
Sq. Ft.
3,114
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
12-20-111-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Dec 7, 2023 • Final
Building
Plumbing
Jun 26, 2012 • Final
Building
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Asphalt
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 14
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 11
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21 x 13
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 20 x 14
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Full
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space