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85 Bristol Court

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

4 beds
6 baths
4,427 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$225 per sqft
1985 build
– on site

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Holy picturesque! Upon entering the desirable Tangley Oaks neighborhood of Lake Bluff, you are surrounded by the natural beauty and privacy offered by its lush surroundings. Breathtaking views from the floor to ceiling windows encircling the home immediately greet you once you step inside 85 Bristol Court. This spacious residence is designed to seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living, featuring stunning vistas and a peaceful retreat right upon entry. The two-story foyer with bridal staircase leads to a step-down living room with gorgeous limestone surround fireplace and endless wooded views with the pond just beyond. An inviting and handsome dining room with vaulted ceiling and more views is located off the foyer. Gleaming new and refinished hardwood floors fill the home. The family room with two story stone fireplace, access to one of the decks and adjacent to the kitchen and breakfast room is a perfect spot to cozy up and relax. Or, choose to do the same enjoying the fresh air from the perfectly sized screened in porch. First floor laundry room with powder room leads to very large epoxy flooring three car attached garage. The main level features a primary bedroom and bathroom, an en suite bedroom and a lovely large office which includes another gorgeous limestone fireplace - all with scenic views and most with exterior access. An additional en suite bedroom and another primary bedroom and bathroom with soaking tub, separate shower, two large walk-in closets and sitting area with the third limestone surround fireplace can be found on the second floor along with more hang out space in the loft. The lower level (2900sf) is finished with a rec room, office with two built in desks, a bedroom with large walk in closet, a full bathroom, substantial cedar closet, storage galore and windows everywhere bringing the outdoors in, yet again. Walk to town (restaurants, ice cream, coffee!), the farmers market, the beach and train station. All only a 10-15 minute walk from the house as the Mawman Ave bike/walking path is literally just around the corner! Fabulous Lake Bluff rec center and pool minutes away as well as LB elementary, middle school, and Lake Forest high school. Unbeatable property and location.

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12105228 —

The Building

Year Built:

1985
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Full
Exterior Features:

Deck, Patio, Porch Screened, Outdoor Grill
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Humidifier, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Air Purifier
Total SqFt:

4427
Total SqFt:

7372
Below Grade Finished Area:

2945
Main SqFt:

4427
Basement SqFt:

2945
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Breakfast Room, Library, Foyer, Game Room, Office, Bedroom 5, Loft, Sitting Room, Screened Porch
Rooms Total:

15
Interior Features:

Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
Door Features:

French Doors,Sliding Doors
Fireplaces Total:

4
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
Laundry Features:

Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

4427

Location

Directions:

Green Bay Rd and 176 North to Armour Drive East to Bristol Ct
Location:

4564
Location:

4564

The Property

Parcel Number:

12174010340000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Cul-De-Sac
Lot Size Dimensions:

194.40X78.24X95.85X109.75
Lot Size Acres:

0.6
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

21031

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

6
Full Baths:

5
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School District:

65
Middle Or Junior School District:

65
High School:

Lake Forest High School
High School District:

115

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Tangley Oaks
Community Features:

Tennis Court(s), Lake, Street Paved
Association Fee:

125
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

3
Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

3
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

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Utility Costs

$241/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
9/3/24 Sep 3, 2024	Sold	MRED	$1,000,000	0.5%
8/30/24 Aug 30, 2024	Pending	MRED	$995,000
7/11/24 Jul 11, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$995,000

House Sold on 9/3/2024

$1,000,000

Listing provided by broker:

Cynthia Poulakidas Tobin

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

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85 Bristol Court

Lake Bluff, IL 60044