716 Smith Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
always in middle of yard
East patio looking S.W.
OFF MARKET

716 Smith Ave
Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Knollwood
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,650 sqft

$385,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,887/mo*
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$385,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,887/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,650 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$385K
Since last month
Decreased$7K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$28K (+7.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$111K (+40.4%)
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 +54% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$386K
July 2026$393K
June 2026$397K
May 2026$392K
April 2026$380K
March 2026$367K
February 2026$357K
January 2026$356K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
815 Jenkisson Ave, Lake Bluff, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$510,000
07/21/26
3
2
1,448
904 W Woodland Rd, Lake Bluff, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$509,000
06/02/26
3
2
1,596
717 Jenkisson Ave, Lake Bluff, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$375,000
01/14/26
2
2
1,336
2 Green Ave, Lake Bluff, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$510,000
10/23/25
3
2
1,892
717 Burris Ave, Lake Bluff, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$565,000
04/23/26
4
1.5
1,760
707 W North Ave, Lake Bluff, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$335,000
02/11/26
3
1
2,450
14 Thorntree Ln, Lake Bluff, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$595,000
12/17/25
3
2.5
2,000
555 Basil Rd, Lake Bluff, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$590,000
12/19/25
4
2.5
2,552
905 Rockland Rd, Lake Bluff, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$300,000
06/26/26
2
1
792
11 Clover Ln, Lake Bluff, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$600,000
11/05/25
4
2
2,606

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
12537 Quassey Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.07
$352,700
3
1
1,075
Off Market
118 Birch Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.11
$466,900
4
1
1,179
Off Market
808 W Blodgett Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
714 Jenkisson Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.10
$435,100
3
1
1,120
Off Market
815 Jenkisson Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.15
$510,000
3
2
1,448
Recently Sold
628 W Smith Ave #628, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.11
$384,900
3
2.5
1,848
Off Market
705 W Washington Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.16
$577,800
4
3
2,548
Off Market
904 W Woodland Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.19
$509,000
3
2
1,596
Recently Sold
822 Foster Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.18
$456,100
3
2
1,576
Off Market
12419 W Quassey Ave #1, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.15
-
-
-
-
Off Market
12419 Quassey Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.15
$831,500
4
3.5
2,788
Off Market
617 Smith Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
0.16
$404,900
3
2.5
1,800
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 716 Smith Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1955
Living Area
1,650 sqft
Price/Sqft
$234
Parking
Garage

About this House

Beautiful Cape-Cod completely redone inside and out. It was appraised by bank in October 2009 for $374,000. An additional $116,000 capital improvements subsequently invested to date. Receipts available. Completely gutted 1st floor 2018. Fixed foundation, replaced & upgraded plumbing (copper pipes), all new hardwood floors throughout 1st floor, new kitchen hardwood floor heated with custom-made mat system, all new brushed stainless matching appliances plus built-in wine cooler in island (Samsung show case counter depth fridge & Bosch dishwasher new 2018), unique top-grade granite countertops, added pantry & cupboards to ceiling, eat-in nook, etc.

MAY 2023 $20,580 energy star, TAX CREDIT eligible, I-comfort intelligent variable capacity cooling & heating 19.2-21.6 seer heat pump, intelligent 2- stage heating VS blower furnace (energy star & exceptionally quiet), whole home humidifier, UVC System carbon UVC purifier APCO X (ultra violet light whole home air purifier system) was installed. Comes with 18 yr parts and labor and 20 yr heat exchanger guarantee. New I-comfort remote access thermostat. New cedar fence with 2 gates & front drive privacy fence constructed by Pearson Fence Co in May 2023 ($14,000). Completed a $2250 survey fall 2022 by J Anderson Engineers, which was verified 2023 for clean property lines. New hard-wired security cameras for 24/7 surveillance fall, 2022 ($2,000). Kitchen repainted 2023.

Home highlights also include Master bath with Italian stone and 5/8" glass shower & sky light, new garage door system, whole home ADT alarm system, new patio & professional landscaping, ornamental trees & shrubs, fenced yard, new dog door, rebuilt entry ways & new glass storm doors with sliding screens, entire house repainted in & out, added details like crown molding and window treatments, new electrical box inside & also rewired detached cabin (2021), moved pipes & raised study ceiling in 2020 (could be dining room or 3rd bedroom), replaced laundry room ceiling, & added laundry room cabinets matching granite sink & honey onyx backsplash matching kitchen, new mail box 2021, 1/3 new roof 2022 (the rest is solid), entire upstairs master suit with wall of storage for shoes and sweaters, walk-in master bedroom cedar closet, the huge shed/cabin with the rewired electrical (2021) is used in lieu of basement & houses all lawn equipment, 10 ft freezer, etc but there is a lot of internal storage & closet space. Completely replaced driveway including the charming antique brick pavers ($5,000) 2019. The home is cinder block under the siding! Approximately $200,000 put into this house since 2003. Knollwood taxes are about $4,500 yearly. Can't beat that for having Lake Bluff Beach access.

Neighborhood Description

North Shore Sanitary District--Ward 4
716 Smith Ave, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,650 sqft single-family home in Knollwood, built in 1955. It last sold for $275,000 on Nov 26, 2003. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $385,300, with a rent estimate of $3,385/month.

Home Details for 716 Smith Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, GasCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Slate
Interior Details
Additional StorageAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, WorkshopStorage
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylGardenLawnPatioSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955Year Updated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8110 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 26, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$275,000
Jun 23, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$260,000
Jul 2, 1997
Source: N/A
Sold
$164,000

Market trends in Lake Bluff

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
33
3MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Knollwood
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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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    "It’s a great neighborhood no complaints here I love the greenery the neighbors seem friendly for the most part "
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  • Karenluxbroker
    "Close to interstate to get to OHare airport quickly-and downtown transit! Lake bluff is perfect in every way! "
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  • lindsayclee
    "I have lived here as a single mom and now married with three kids. This is an area for everyone. Quiet, safe and many growing families around."
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Frequently asked questions about 716 Smith Ave

  • What is 716 Smith Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 716 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL is $385,300.
  • What is the price history for 716 Smith Ave?
    716 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL last sold for $275,000 in November 2003.
  • 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 716 Smith Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 716 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 716 Smith Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 716 Smith Ave in Lake Bluff, IL has in-unit laundry.

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