This enchanting, historic East Lake Bluff gem is tucked away on a rarely found half-acre lot, just 2 blocks from Lake Michigan. Idyllic wrap-around porches and balcony enjoy seasonally changing ravine views. Story book perennial gardens border the picturesque property. Grand front entrance leads you through your formal living room with original pumpkin pine floors and fireplace. Dramatic vestibule connects to formal powder room. Kitchen fit for a chef with custom cabinetry, top of the line appliances, leathered granite counter tops, a spacious breakfast area, dish closet, butler pantry and see-through fireplace (5 total) into your family room. Limestone floors grace some of the main level, hardwood on all of the 2nd level. Partially finished basemnt with spacious storage and updated powder room. Bonus room on main level, 3 car garage and a short path to town. You just don't see homes built like this anymore!
Closed
$1,857,500
666 Maple Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4beds
4,731sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
0.6 Acres Lot
$1,878,800 Zestimate®
$393/sqft
$6,735 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,878,800
$1.69M - $2.09M
$6,735/mo
Zestimate® history
Loading...
Owner options
List your home for rent
$6,735/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
Learn more$6,735/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$11,877/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
See today's rates$11,877/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 04, 2026 at 12:15am
Listing courtesy of:
Kimberly Shortsle (847)987-5702,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty,
Carleigh Mia Goldsberry 224-558-1993,
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Michael Heagney
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12282949
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X18
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Stone), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Stone), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 621 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X23
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X18
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Stone), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X24
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X14
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X17
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 748 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X22
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Den/Library, Kitchen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,731 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 0.60 Acres
- Dimensions: 167X125
- Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage
- Parcel number: 12212000040000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
- Major remodel year: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Bluff
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2025 | Sold | $1,857,500-7.1%$393/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282949 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2025 | Contingent | $1,999,000$423/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282949 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Price change | $1,999,000-5.9%$423/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282949 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,125,000+44.1%$449/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282949 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2015 | Sold | $1,475,000$312/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $33,605 +8.8% | $559,887 +19.3% |
| 2022 | $30,899 +3.6% | $469,200 +6% |
| 2021 | $29,822 +2.2% | $442,784 +0.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Lake Bluff Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lake Bluff Elementary School
- Middle: Lake Bluff Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,878,800
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,878,800
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake Bluff
- 60044
- 666 Maple Ave