Sold231d on marketHistoric · 87 yrs
251 Ravine Forest Dr
Lake Bluff, IL, 60044 • 60044 • Lake County
$1,320,000
$420/sqft
4Beds
3Baths
3,144Sqft
0.33 acLot
1939Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1939 · 87 years of history
2-Car Garage
On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
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231 days on market
Established listing
$420/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1939 · Historic
Stunning Colonial in Sought-After East Lake Bluff Neighborhood. Welcome to this light-filled and beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home located in desirable east Lake Bluff. Offering over 3,000 square feet of living space on a picturesque third-acre lot, this home seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern comfort. Step inside to find hardwood floors throughout and a thoughtfully updated kitchen featuring high-end finishes, custom cabinetry, and premium appliances-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Access an expansive stone patio from both the kitchen and sunroom. Additional highlights include a dedicated home office, a finished basement with ample storage, and 2-car garage. The backyard is a true oasis, complete with a built-in stone fire pit, lush landscaping, gorgeous perennials , and a charming garden shed-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy living just moments from top-rated schools, the lakefront, and vibrant Lake Bluff town center. This exceptional home offers the perfect balance of space, style, and location to fully enjoy all that the North Shore has to offer. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a move-in ready home in East Lake Bluff!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights built-in stone fire pit, finished basement, and lush landscaping as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$8,392/month
Principal & Interest$6,632
Property Tax$1,320
Insurance$440
Down payment20% ($264,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.44% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,056,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1939
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot0.33 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1939
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionAluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Brick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Lot0.33 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60044
Annual tax$18,515
Parcel1221306009
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Range Hood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Vinyl Siding
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second14×21 ft294 sqft
Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second10×16 ft160 sqft
Bedroom3
Second14×14 ft196 sqft
Bedroom4
Second8×10 ft80 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market231
Est. value$1,357,800
Est. rent$5,949/mo
Tax rate2.60%
Price/sqft$420
On marketAug 9, 2025
PostedAug 9, 2025
Last sold$1,320,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 24, 2025
Tour days6
Views24
Favorites1
How are the schools in Lake Bluff?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lake Bluff, IL, 60044
Price history
18 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 22, 2025Sold$1,320,000$420MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 9, 2025Pending Sale$1,295,000$412MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 9, 2025Listed For Sale$1,295,000$412MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 18, 2016Sold$802,500$255MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 29, 2016Listed For Sale$869,000$276Griffith Grant & Lackie
Jul 19, 2013Sold$599,000$191Public Record
Jun 7, 2013Pending Sale$599,000$191Koenig & Strey Real Living
May 27, 2013Listed For Sale$599,000$191Koenig & Strey Real Living
Dec 20, 2012Listing Removed$549,990$175Chel Group Realty
Dec 14, 2012Sold$495,000$157Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koenig Rubloff
Jul 30, 2012Sold$415,199$132Public Record
Jul 26, 2012Listed For Sale$549,990$175Chel Group Realty
Jun 11, 2012Listing Removed$425,000$135Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Jun 10, 2012Price Change$425,000$135Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Apr 16, 2012Price Change$476,906$152Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Feb 26, 2012Listed For Sale$472,504$150Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Dec 31, 1998Sold$580,000$184Public Record
Dec 4, 1995Sold$485,000$154Public Record
Sold$1,320,000
Aug 22, 2025•$420/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,295,000
Aug 9, 2025•$412/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,295,000
Aug 9, 2025•$412/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$802,500
Jul 18, 2016•$255/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$869,000
Feb 29, 2016•$276/sqft•Griffith Grant & Lackie
Sold$599,000
Jul 19, 2013•$191/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$599,000
Jun 7, 2013•$191/sqft•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Listed For Sale$599,000
May 27, 2013•$191/sqft•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Listing Removed$549,990
Dec 20, 2012•$175/sqft•Chel Group Realty
Sold$495,000
Dec 14, 2012•$157/sqft•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koenig Rubloff
Sold$415,199
Jul 30, 2012•$132/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$549,990
Jul 26, 2012•$175/sqft•Chel Group Realty
Listing Removed$425,000
Jun 11, 2012•$135/sqft•Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Price Change$425,000
Jun 10, 2012•$135/sqft•Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Price Change$476,906
Apr 16, 2012•$152/sqft•Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Listed For Sale$472,504
Feb 26, 2012•$150/sqft•Altisource Portfolio Solutions
Sold$580,000
Dec 31, 1998•$184/sqft•Public Record
Sold$485,000
Dec 4, 1995•$154/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 11, 2023$17,482$277,022
Apr 11, 2022$16,448$247,929
Apr 11, 2021$15,873$238,514
Apr 11, 2020$15,529$237,763
Apr 11, 2019$14,972$233,398
Apr 11, 2018$14,582$235,329
Apr 11, 2017$14,582$231,395
Apr 11, 2016$13,932$220,250
Apr 11, 2015$13,882$207,392
Apr 11, 2014$13,911$206,808
Apr 11, 2012$13,050$208,602
Apr 11, 2011$13,940$230,351
Apr 11, 2010$11,447$207,347
Apr 11, 2009$11,339$226,435
Apr 11, 2008$11,305$230,962
Apr 11, 2006$11,523$224,759
Apr 11, 2005$10,836—
Apr 11, 2004$12,228—
Apr 11, 2003$12,348—
Apr 11, 2002$12,651—
Apr 11, 2001$11,488$219,285
Apr 11, 2000$11,157$207,659
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Local context around this listing
Lake Bluff, IL • Lake County
Nearby neighborhoods
Knollwood
Nearby cities
AntiochBuffalo GroveGurneeHighland ParkLibertyvilleMundeleinRound Lake BeachVernon Hills
Nearby zip codes
60044
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