$404,900
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,800 sqft
617 Smith Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Est. Refi. Payment $3,042/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Apr 15, 2025 for $355,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$405KSince last month
Increased$500 (+0.1%)Since last year
Increased$63K (+18.3%)Since last sale
Increased$52K (+14.6%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +78% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $407K |
| July 2026 | $406K |
| June 2026 | $414K |
| May 2026 | $413K |
| April 2026 | $406K |
| March 2026 | $399K |
| February 2026 | $391K |
| January 2026 | $386K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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1.09 | Multi-Family Home | $900,000 | 08/21/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,945 | |
1.12 | Multi-Family Home | $850,000 | 06/15/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,146 | |
1.00 | Multi-Family Home | $875,000 | 07/30/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 3,424 | |
0.97 | Multi-Family Home | $697,000 | 12/19/25 | 3 | 3 | 1,993 | |
1.07 | Multi-Family Home | $734,500 | 12/17/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,053 | |
2.91 | Multi-Family Home | $1,125,000 | 11/14/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 3,408 | |
2.67 | Multi-Family Home | $550,000 | 11/13/25 | 3 | 3 | - | |
3.37 | Multi-Family Home | $835,000 | 11/07/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,008 | |
2.76 | Multi-Family Home | $650,000 | 09/30/25 | 3 | 4 | - | |
2.62 | Multi-Family Home | $375,000 | 02/27/26 | 8 | 4 | - |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.10 | $590,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,552 | Recently Sold | |
0.03 | $753,800 | 4 | 4 | 2,873 | Off Market | |
0.03 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.08 | $418,700 | 3 | 2 | 1,488 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $550,200 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,374 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $835,600 | 4 | 4 | 2,873 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $388,100 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,848 | Off Market | |
0.04 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.04 | $831,500 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,788 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $978,900 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,409 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $917,400 | 5 | 3.5 | 3,698 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1974
Living Area
1,800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$225
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
$145/Monthly
About this House
Meticulously maintained 3-bedroom townhome located on quiet, dead end street! Updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and tile backsplash! Updated primary bath with granite vanity and tile shower! NEW roof! NEW vinyl siding! NEW driveway! FRESH paint! Windows have also been replaced! Finished basement adds additional living space! Spacious fenced backyard! Highly Lake Bluff school district and Lake Forest High School! Don't miss out!
617 Smith Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,800 sqft multi-family in Knollwood, built in 1974. It last sold for $355,000 on Apr 15, 2025 (1% above the $350,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2024 with an asking price of $2,900 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 29, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $404,900, with a rent estimate of $2,940/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Winfield Cohen, (847) 572-3267
Keller Williams Success Realty
Bought with: Wayne Yang, (847) 650-5991, City and Field Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12280844

Home Details for 617 Smith Ave
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Sun Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1800 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), HumidifierDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter, Family RoomSpa: Outdoor Hot TubHas a FireplaceHas a Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: ScreensFlooring: HardwoodCommon Walls: End Unit |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood |
View No View |
Security Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Year Built Year Built: 1974 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Duplex, Single Family Residence |
Building Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Shake SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 12184010070000 |
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Price List Price: $350,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Mar 31 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: Lake Bluff |
School Information Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 65Jr High / Middle School: Lake Bluff Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 65High School: Lake Forest High SchoolHigh School District: 115 |
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Building Area Building Area: 2660 Square Feet |
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HOA Fee Includes: Lawn Care, ScavengerHas an HOAHOA Fee: $145/Monthly |
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Lot Area: 6448 sqft |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Listing Terms: Cash |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn. |
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BasementMls Number: 12280844Back On Market Date: Sun Feb 16 2025 |
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Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Apr 15, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | Sold | $355,000 |
Apr 14, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | Pending | $350,000 |
Mar 31, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | Contingent | $350,000 |
Mar 21, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | PendingToActive | $350,000 |
Mar 12, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | Contingent | $350,000 |
Feb 16, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | PendingToActive | $350,000 |
Feb 11, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | Contingent | $350,000 |
Jan 30, 2025 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12280844 | Listed For Sale | $350,000 |
Dec 19, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12195124 | ListingRemoved | $350,000 |
Dec 13, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12195124 | PriceChange | $350,000 Price increased by 11,969% |
Oct 29, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $2,900 |
Oct 28, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12195124 | Listed For Sale | $360,000 |
Oct 3, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $2,900 |
Aug 17, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12126293 | ListingRemoved | $375,000 |
Jul 30, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12087730 | PriceChange | $375,000 Price decreased by 4% |
Jun 17, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12067295 | PriceChange | $389,900 Price decreased by 3% |
May 24, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12042201 | PriceChange | $399,900 Price decreased by 5% |
May 13, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12042201 | Listed For Sale | $419,900 |
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | |
Aug 7, 2017 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | $2,000 |
Jul 28, 2017 Source: N/A | PriceChange | $2,000 Price decreased by 5% |
Jul 18, 2017 Source: N/A | Listed For Rent | $2,100 |
Nov 22, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $213,000 |
Sep 10, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $235,000 |
Jun 26, 2006 Source: N/A | Sold | $277,000 |
May 5, 2000 Source: N/A | Sold | $185,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $5,755 | $259,154 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Lake Bluff
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What Locals Say about Knollwood
At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
92 % Say yards are well-kept
92 % Say people would walk alone at night
92 % Say it's quiet
82 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
80 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say there's holiday spirit
78 % Say kids play outside
70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say there are community events
67 % Say there's wildlife
67 % Say car is needed
64 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
29 % Say there are sidewalks
27 % Say streets are well-lit
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Frequently asked questions about 617 Smith Ave
- What is 617 Smith Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 617 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL is $404,900.
- What is the price history for 617 Smith Ave?617 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL last sold for $355,000 in April 2025.
- Is Lake Bluff a buyer's or seller's market?Lake Bluff is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What do residents say about the Knollwood neighborhood?Residents describe the Knollwood neighborhood in Lake Bluff, IL as dog-friendly, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Knollwood, Lake Bluff.
- Does 617 Smith Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 617 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL has air conditioning.
- Does 617 Smith Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 617 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL has in-unit laundry.

