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Off Market Jun 2025 for $1.4M

$1,747,582

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $11,110/mo

•

3,167

sq ft

500 Forest Cove Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

About this home

This beautifully updated East Lake Bluff home is situated on a one-acre lot, just a block from the lake and under a mile to Sunrise Beach and downtown Lake Bluff! The home boasts a bright and airy interior with gleaming hardwood floors and large windows that fill the space with natural light. The inviting white kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a generous breakfast area, seamlessly flowing into the family room complete with a brick fireplace, built-ins, and a charming bay window seat. Enjoy three-season relaxation in the gorgeous screened porch with vaulted beamed ceiling, or unwind on the lovely patio shaded by mature trees. The first floor also offers a formal living and dining room, along with a gorgeous primary suite boasting hardwood floors, walk-in closet and a gorgeous bath. Additional amenities on the first floor include a large mudroom/laundry room and an attached 2.5-car garage. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a renovated hallway bath, while the spacious finished basement offers extra living and entertainment space. Key updates include remodeled kitchen and baths, Marvin windows, new A/C and Smart thermostat, newer roof, new driveway, washer and dryer, sump pump with battery backup, privacy fence and more. A large attic offers ample expansion possibilities. Move right in and enjoy this impeccably maintained home with its prime location near town beach, shops, and award-winning schools!

Single-familyProperty Type

1967Year Built

1.01 acresLot Size

$552Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Elizabeth Wieneke • Compass

Bought with Anne Jacobs • Baird & Warner

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12292296

Redfin Estimate

$1,747,582

$318K since sold in June 2025$29K since August

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This home's estimate is 57.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.11M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$865,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,807 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$1,059,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,460 sq ft
502 W Witchwood Ln, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,360,500
C
4 beds3.5 baths4,189 sq ft
346 Crescent Dr, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$1,009,500
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,744 sq ft
850 Carlyle Cir, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$1,251,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,718 sq ft
280 Hickory Ct, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

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Market trends in 60044, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.5%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$824K

$26K MoM

Avg. days on market

48d

6 days MoM

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12 MoM

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Sale history for 500 Forest Cove Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$21,932 (−24.4%)

$291,742 + $185,113

$476,855

2024

$29,014 (+2.8%)

$291,742 + $185,113

$476,855

2023

$28,225 (+21.7%)

$267,704 + $169,860

$437,564

2022

$23,183 (+3.6%)

$246,777 + $156,582

$403,359

2021

$22,371 (+2.2%)

$207,226 + $131,487

$338,713

2020

$21,886 (+3.7%)

$205,439 + $130,353

$335,792

2019

$21,101 (−0.1%)

$202,783 + $128,668

$331,451

2018

$21,130 (+1.0%)

$227,320 + $110,394

$337,714

2017

$20,928 (+2.9%)

$227,320 + $110,394

$337,714

2016

$20,338 (+0.8%)

$223,520 + $108,549

$332,069

2015

$20,173 (+5.8%)

$212,755 + $103,321

$316,076

2013

$19,073 (+6.6%)

$179,860 + $101,501

$281,361

2012

$17,886 (−6.3%)

$188,234 + $106,226

$294,460

2011

$19,095 (−20.9%)

$200,334 + $113,055

$313,389

2010

$24,154 (+1.1%)

$302,289 + $128,706

$430,995

2008

$23,903 (+5.7%)

$330,118 + $140,555

$470,673

2007

$22,606

$327,674 + $139,514

$467,188

Tax history for 500 Forest Cove Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$21,932 (−24.4%)

$291,742 + $185,113

$476,855

2024

$29,014 (+2.8%)

$291,742 + $185,113

$476,855

2023

$28,225 (+21.7%)

$267,704 + $169,860

$437,564

2022

$23,183 (+3.6%)

$246,777 + $156,582

$403,359

2021

$22,371 (+2.2%)

$207,226 + $131,487

$338,713

2020

$21,886 (+3.7%)

$205,439 + $130,353

$335,792

2019

$21,101 (−0.1%)

$202,783 + $128,668

$331,451

2018

$21,130 (+1.0%)

$227,320 + $110,394

$337,714

2017

$20,928 (+2.9%)

$227,320 + $110,394

$337,714

2016

$20,338 (+0.8%)

$223,520 + $108,549

$332,069

2015

$20,173 (+5.8%)

$212,755 + $103,321

$316,076

2013

$19,073 (+6.6%)

$179,860 + $101,501

$281,361

2012

$17,886 (−6.3%)

$188,234 + $106,226

$294,460

2011

$19,095 (−20.9%)

$200,334 + $113,055

$313,389

2010

$24,154 (+1.1%)

$302,289 + $128,706

$430,995

2008

$23,903 (+5.7%)

$330,118 + $140,555

$470,673

2007

$22,606

$327,674 + $139,514

$467,188

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

2.5

Stories

1.75

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.01 Acres

Year renovated

1967

Sq. Ft.

3,639

Year built

1967

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

12-21-402-021

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Double Sink

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 35 x 28
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 17
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 15 x 13

Room Information
Room Type: Screened Porch
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 14

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 20 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 34 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Pantry-Closet,Breakfast Room,Updated Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 7
Flooring: Slate

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 23 x 14
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full,Double Sink

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,409
Laundry Features: Main Level, In Unit

Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Open Floorplan
# of Rooms: 9
Flooring: Wood

Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened

Building Information
Living Area Source: Plans
Below Grade Finished Area: 980
Age: 51-60 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 4,147

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Main Sq Ft: 2205
Model: CAPE COD
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 4,576
Total Sq Ft: 3,167
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 429
Upper Sq Ft: 962
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 12214020210000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 194 X 240 X 194 X 230
Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded
Zero Lot Line: No

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $28,244
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 65
Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Middle Or Junior School: Lake Bluff Middle School
High School District: 115
High School: Lake Forest High School

Location Information
Township: Shields
Corporate Limits: Lake Bluff
Directions: Moffett Road to Forest Cove Road, east to 500.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,639
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 1967
County: Lake County
APN: 12-21-402-021

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Around this home

Schools

Lake Bluff Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi

9/10

Lake Bluff Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Lake Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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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Estimated sale price

$1.66M – $2.01M

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Home values near 500 Forest Cove Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
507 Forest Cove Road, Lake Bluff, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5798 Sq. Ft.	$2,913,311
506 Forest Cove Road, Lake Bluff, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3918 Sq. Ft.	$1,910,183

Address	Redfin Estimate
503 Forest Cove Road, Lake Bluff, IL - Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5689 Sq. Ft.	$2,779,356
309 Briar Lane, Lake Bluff, IL - Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2174 Sq. Ft.	$905,178

Address	Redfin Estimate
508 Forest Cove Road, Lake Bluff, IL 4 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 3165 Sq. Ft.	$2,048,285
500 Lakeland Drive, Lake Bluff, IL - Beds \| 3 Baths \| 5069 Sq. Ft.	$1,906,911

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