625 E Center Avenue — Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Active Under Contract
Lake Bluff, IL 60044

625 E Center Avenue

$1,599,000
5 beds · 4 baths · 4,000 sqft
Listed at $1,599,000 5 days on market $35,439/yr taxes
01About this home

Just one block from Lake Michigan and Sunrise Beach Park with Seasonal Lake views, this stately expanded Colonial pairs timeless curb appeal w/4,000+ sq ft -and rare 3+Car Garage w/soaring ceilings. A classic, symmetrical facade and manicured hedge-lined walk set the tone. The second floor offers five Bedrooms and three full Baths with a thoughtful, functional layout. Two front Bedrooms are connected by a Jack-and-Jill Bath, one with a sitting room and access to a southwest-facing sun deck while two additional Bedrooms share a second full Bath conveniently located near the laundry room. Tucked quietly at the back of the home, the spacious primary suite offers wonderful privacy. The 1st floor includes a white wood Kitchen w/granite, SS appliances, built-ins, walk in pantry, an island and separate eating area all enjoying stunning natural light. A formal Dining room with built-ins - also eastern exposure. Not to miss elegance in the Living room with WB fireplace and hand-crafted built-in cabinetry. A grand size Family room w/custom cabinetry, filled with windows and western exposure, make for beautiful sunsets and open to the private, peaceful backyard. Lastly, a home Office/Playroom/Den sits right off the Living room. Rich millwork, hardwood flooring, elevated ceilings, French doors, custom built-ins, and a double staircase highlight the home's character, balanced by generous room sizes, great storage and plenty of room to get lost in. Outdoors, the fenced yard feels like a private garden with mature trees, blooming landscaping, and a custom brick patio. Walk-up Attic, and partially finished Basement complete the offering- all on sought-after Center Ave in Magical Lake Bluff.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$1,599,000
List price
4,000
Square feet
5
Bedrooms
3 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1925
Year built
0.28 ac
Lot size
3
Garage spaces
$35,439
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
5
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Steam
Cooling
Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
Double OvenDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)CooktopGas Cooktop
Parking
Garage Door OpenerGarageGarage OwnedAttached
Construction
Cedar
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home HHigh school
H High school
Lake Forest High School
Lake Bluff, IL
📍3.7 mi🚗10 min
  • Inovasi 0.6 mi
  • Other Door 0.6 mi
  • Maevery Public House 0.6 mi
  • Lake Bluff Brewing Company 0.6 mi
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
  • Sunrise Park 1000 ft
  • Artesian Park 0.6 mi
  • Village Green 0.6 mi
  • Mawman Park 0.8 mi
  • Blair Park 1.2 mi
  • Bluffington's Cafe 0.6 mi
  • Bluffington's 0.6 mi
  • Hansa 0.6 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 11, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,599,000
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Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate · Bridget Fritz
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