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Off Market Feb 2018 for $550K

$1,184,584

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,583/mo

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1.5 ba

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1,441

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421 Sylvan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

About this home

This charming vintage home is located on a beautiful deep lot in East Lake Bluff overlooking the ravine. You will instantly fall in love with the turret and high pitched roof of this lovely home in a fabulous location. Vintage details exude ambiance with arched doorways, stone fireplace, and hardwood floors. This home has been lovingly updated with new furnace, the addition of central air conditioning, and a new full bath with gleaming white subway tile. The kitchen has been updated with freshly painted cabinets, a reclaimed vintage sink, new stainless steel refrigerator, butcher block counters, and subway tile backsplash. The detached garage sits on Village property and is used by the homeowner at no cost and with no property taxes. Located right on the 4th of July parade route, you will enjoy all that Lake Bluff has to offer! Enjoy as it is, or expand on the gorgeous lot. Seller has architectural plans for expansion which can convey to the buyer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

9,639 sq ftLot Size

$822Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Suzanne Myers • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Jean Royster • Coldwell Banker Realty

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09794639

Redfin Estimate

$1,184,584

$635K since sold in February 2018$201K since July

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This home's estimate is 18.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.00M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$725,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,418 sq ft
130 E North Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
SOLD MAY 7, 2026
$765,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,584 sq ft
300 E Sheridan Pl, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$795,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,800 sq ft
204 Park Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$2,550,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,322 sq ft
552 Sunrise Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
SOLD FEB 5, 2026
$560,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,407 sq ft
1206 Griffith Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$612,500
F
3 beds2 baths1,925 sq ft
214 Hancock Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

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Market trends in 60044, IL

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.5%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$850K

$163K MoM

Avg. days on market

54d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

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$1,995,000
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$2,950,000
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$975,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,718 sq ft
329 Sylvan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
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Sale history for 421 Sylvan Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09794639

Feb 27, 2018

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$550,000

$382/sq ft

Feb 12, 2018

Pending

—

Dec 12, 2017

Contingent

—

Nov 20, 2017

Listed (New)

$575,000

$399/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08406744

Oct 10, 2013

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$550,000

$382/sq ft

Sep 25, 2013

Pending

—

Aug 10, 2013

Contingent

—

Jul 29, 2013

Listed (New)

$550,000

$382/sq ft

+11

Vintage Lake Bluff charmer is situated on winding Sylvan Rd overlooking ravine. House w/turret staircase & steep pitched roof offers old world charm in a fabulous location. Lovely arched doorways, stone frpl & hdwd flrs add to the ambiance. Additional land on Sheridan Pl side is owned by the Village, but adds depth to the existing lot & can be used by the owner of the house. Great opportunity to restore/remodel

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,431 (+4.8%)

$144,331 + $185,315

$329,646

2024

$18,547 (+15.4%)

$144,331 + $185,315

$329,646

2023

$16,066 (+9.1%)

$132,439 + $170,046

$302,485

2022

$14,730 (+20.4%)

$110,987 + $142,503

$253,490

2021

$12,234 (+2.2%)

$104,738 + $134,480

$239,218

2020

$11,969 (+3.7%)

$103,835 + $79,780

$183,615

2019

$11,539 (−0.1%)

$102,492 + $78,748

$181,240

2018

$11,555 (+1.7%)

$113,434 + $71,231

$184,665

2017

$11,359 (+3.8%)

$113,434 + $71,231

$184,665

2016

$10,943 (+0.9%)

$111,538 + $70,040

$181,578

2015

$10,843 (+32.6%)

$106,166 + $66,667

$172,833

2013

$8,178 (+5.4%)

$89,750 + $39,253

$129,003

2012

$7,760 (−6.7%)

$93,929 + $41,080

$135,009

2011

$8,317 (−11.8%)

$99,967 + $43,721

$143,688

2010

$9,425 (−3.5%)

$146,566 + $25,200

$171,766

2008

$9,771 (+3.3%)

$160,059 + $39,886

$199,945

2007

$9,462

$159,984 + $38,480

$198,464

Tax history for 421 Sylvan Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,431 (+4.8%)

$144,331 + $185,315

$329,646

2024

$18,547 (+15.4%)

$144,331 + $185,315

$329,646

2023

$16,066 (+9.1%)

$132,439 + $170,046

$302,485

2022

$14,730 (+20.4%)

$110,987 + $142,503

$253,490

2021

$12,234 (+2.2%)

$104,738 + $134,480

$239,218

2020

$11,969 (+3.7%)

$103,835 + $79,780

$183,615

2019

$11,539 (−0.1%)

$102,492 + $78,748

$181,240

2018

$11,555 (+1.7%)

$113,434 + $71,231

$184,665

2017

$11,359 (+3.8%)

$113,434 + $71,231

$184,665

2016

$10,943 (+0.9%)

$111,538 + $70,040

$181,578

2015

$10,843 (+32.6%)

$106,166 + $66,667

$172,833

2013

$8,178 (+5.4%)

$89,750 + $39,253

$129,003

2012

$7,760 (−6.7%)

$93,929 + $41,080

$135,009

2011

$8,317 (−11.8%)

$99,967 + $43,721

$143,688

2010

$9,425 (−3.5%)

$146,566 + $25,200

$171,766

2008

$9,771 (+3.3%)

$160,059 + $39,886

$199,945

2007

$9,462

$159,984 + $38,480

$198,464

*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

1.75

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,640 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1900

Sq. Ft.

2,308

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

12-21-222-023

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Cars: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Parking
Detached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 3

Master Bedroom Information
Size: 11X16
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring

Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 11X11
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring

Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 11X15
On 2nd Level
Hardwood Flooring

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Double Sink
Bathroom(s) in Basement

Living Room Information
Size: 18X15
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Family Room Information
Size: 10X15
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 11X15
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Kitchen Information
Size: 12X11
Galley
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Additional Rooms Information
Loft
Full Basement
Unfinished Basement

Additional Room #1 Information
Loft
Size: 5X7
On 2nd Level

Equipment
Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
In Living Room
Wood Burning

Interior Features
Hardwood Flooring

Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating
Central Air Conditioning

Exterior

Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Built Before 1978
Age: 100+ Years
Stucco Exterior
Asphalt/Glass Roof (Shingles)

Lot Information
Dimensions: 130X76X128X76
Less Than .25 Acre

Property Information
# of Rooms: 8
Ownership: Fee Simple
Assessor Sq.Ft.: 1441
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Commuter Train
Parcel Identification Number: 12212220230000

Financial

Financial Information
Tax: $10,942.72
Tax Year: 2016
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer (Public)

Location

Community Information
Paved Street

School Information
Elementary School: LAKE BLUFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary School District: 65
Junior High: LAKE BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL
Junior High District: 65
High School: LAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
High School District: 115

Location Information
Township: SHIELDS
Corporate Limits: LAKE BLUFF
Directions: Moffett to Sylvan for the front, or to East Sheridan Place for the driveway

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,308
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 9,640 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1900
County: Lake County
APN: 12-21-222-023

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Sale Price Includes Parking
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Seller Concessions: No

Around this home

Schools

Lake Bluff Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Lake Bluff Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

9/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Lake Bluff, IL • 60044

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In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.13M – $1.36M

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Home values near 421 Sylvan Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
341 Sylvan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL - Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3578 Sq. Ft.	$1,247,460
345 Sylvan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1929 Sq. Ft.	$1,953,206

Address	Redfin Estimate
335 Sylvan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL - Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2044 Sq. Ft.	$880,306
410 Ravine Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2301 Sq. Ft.	$956,216

Address	Redfin Estimate
329 Sylvan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1718 Sq. Ft.	—
422 Ravine Ave, Lake Bluff, IL - Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3874 Sq. Ft.	$1,834,918

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