A short 4 minute stroll from the shores of Lake Michigan, this fully renovated Lake Bluff residence pairs polished finishes with generous proportions. Just a four-minute walk to Sunrise Beach, it puts the lakefront within easy reach. Step inside and the home opens across 4,142 square feet of refreshed living space, with warm hardwood floors underfoot. The updated kitchen is a bright, inviting hub, ready for quiet mornings and lively gatherings alike. With seven bedrooms and 4 full baths and 3 half bathrooms, each updated and finished to a refined standard, the layout offers room to spread out, host overnight guests, or shape the spaces to suit your life. The finished basement adds even more flexibility, giving you a level of living space beyond the main floors. Set on a corner lot, the property offers an open, airy feel and added presence on the street, with extra room to enjoy the outdoors. Beyond your door, Lake Bluff’s lakeside setting is at your fingertips. Walk to Sunrise Beach for early light on the water, or explore the trails and woodland of the Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve nearby.
Property Details
Price:
$1,895,000
MLS #:
MRD12779642
Status:
Active
Beds:
7
Baths:
7
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
lakebluff
Listed Date:
Oct 8, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
4,142
Year Built:
1955
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Schools
School District:
115
Elementary School:
Lake Bluff Elementary School
Middle School:
Lake Bluff Middle School
High School:
Lake Forest High School
Interior
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 3 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
2
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior
Architectural Style
Traditional
Community Features
Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Construction Materials
Brick
Exterior Features
Balcony
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Parking Features
Gravel, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Shake
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$24,944
Map
Community
- Address542 E Prospect Avenue Lake Bluff IL
- CityLake Bluff
- CountyLake
- Zip Code60044
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Lake Bluff as of Oct 11, 2026
24
Single Family Listed
79
Avg DOM
430
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,514,821
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 542 E Prospect Avenue Lake Bluff IL is a Single Family for sale in Lake Bluff, IL, 60044. It is listed for $1,895,000 and features 7 beds, 7 baths, and has approximately 4,142 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1955. The current price per square foot is $458. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Lake Bluff is $430. The average listing price for Single Family in Lake Bluff is $1,514,821.
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542 E Prospect Avenue
Lake Bluff, IL


