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#12295442, Katherine Hudson, Listing Office: Compass
$1,399,000 List price
500 Forest Cove Rd Lake Bluff, IL 60044
$10,000
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4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
3,167 sqft
1.0 acres
$442 / sqft
House
Property details
About 500 Forest Cove Rd
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!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,167 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.01 Acres
Year built1967
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
MLS #12292296
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Open Floorplan
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,399,000
- Price/SqFt: $441
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $23,182
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Landscaped, Wooded
- Directions: Moffett Road to Forest Cove Road, east to 500.
- Year Built: 1967
- Living Area: 3,167 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.01 Acres
- MLS Number: 12292296
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (847) 250-6391
- Listing Agent: Elizabeth Wieneke
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 05, 2003 | Home Sold | $945,000 |
| Jan 10, 2003 | Home Sold | $945,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $403,359 | $23,182 |
| 2022 | $338,713 | $22,371 |
| 2021 | $335,792 | $21,886 |
| 2020 | $337,649 | $21,100 |
| 2019 | $331,451 | $21,100 |
| 2018 | $337,714 | $20,927 |
| 2017 | $332,069 | $20,927 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
10
Sheridan Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.7 mi
•1360 N Sheridan Rd
7
Lake Bluff Elementary School
Public District PK-6
1.3 mi
•350 W Washington Ave
2
Forrestal Elementary School
Public District KG-3
2.5 mi
•2833 E Washington Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $237,370. Most Lake Bluff, IL residents have annual incomes $200k+. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
4%
<35k
11%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
54%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
15%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
40%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
17%
12-17 yrs old
7%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Sports
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Frequently asked questions
About 500 Forest Cove Rd
The listing price of 500 Forest Cove Rd property is $1,399,000.
The property 500 Forest Cove Rd is a house located in Lake Bluff, Illinois, 60044.
Accepting Backup Offers: 500 Forest Cove Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 500 Forest Cove Rd are: Sheridan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Lake Bluff Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Forrestal Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lake Bluff Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Deer Path Middle School East (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Deer Path Middle School West (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lake Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), North Chicago Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Highland Park High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $23,182 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 5, 2003 for $945,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 500 Forest Cove Rd has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 500 Forest Cove Rd is 3,167 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 500 Forest Cove Rd is 1967.
This home is located at 500 Forest Cove Rd in Lake Bluff, IL and zip code 60044. This 3,167 square foot home, which was built in 1967, sits on a 1.01 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,399,000.
Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Lake Bluff, IL. In the same period over 1 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. In May 2025 in Lake Bluff, IL there were 4.4% more homes for sale than in April. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 20 days, the median list price was $720,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.