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$1,999,379
5 Days On Site

863 Bittersweet Drive
Northbrook, IL 60062

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
5
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
5,145
SqFt
$389
/SqFt
2006
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of North Shore Prestige Realty

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Discover refined luxury and exceptional privacy at 863 Bittersweet. Nestled on a one-acre wooded lot with mature trees, this beautifully updated brick and stone residence offers 5 bedrooms, 4.1 bathrooms, and timeless elegance throughout. Exceptional craftsmanship is evident from the moment you enter-gleaming hardwood floors, rich wainscoting, skylights, crown moldings, wood paneling, designer lighting, and elegant custom railings set the tone for sophisticated living. A beautifully appointed library with custom built-ins complements the formal dining room and spacious family room. The heart of the home is the chef's kitchen, featuring premium Thermador appliances, granite countertops, and a striking double-sided stone fireplace. The second floor hosts five large bedrooms, each with its own bathroom or Jack & Jill bathroom and walk-in closet. The luxurious primary suite offers a serene retreat with a tray ceiling, fireplace, and spa-like bath complete with heated floors, double sinks, soaking tub, and a large walk-in shower. The expansive finished basement provides multiple zones for recreation, fitness, media, and entertainment, including a stylish bar area with two wine coolers and a full spa bathroom. Additional features include a freshly painted interior, 3-car heated attached garage, slate patio, and professionally landscaped front and back yards. A zoned HVAC system ensures comfort year-round. Surrounded by natural beauty yet moments from everything, this home is perfectly located minutes from Lake Michigan, Chicago Botanic Garden, Ravinia Festival, Metra, top restaurants, boutiques, and situated within an award-winning school district 28! Luxury living at its finest in one of the North Shore's most desirable settings.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,999,379
Days On Site 
5 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
5,145 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
1.077 Acres
Year Built 
2006
MLS® Number 
12519421
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$25,513.5
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
5 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
1.077
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
7717
Interior Features
Basement 
Sump PumpFinishedFull
Cooling 
Central AirZoned
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomMaster Bedroom
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced AirZoned
Interior 
Cathedral Ceiling(s)Wet Bar
Laundry Features 
Main LevelIn UnitSink
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions – 13X17Level – Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions – 12X15Level – Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions – 13X12Level – Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions – 14X17Level – Second
Dining Room 
Dimensions – 16X12Level – Main
Family Room 
Dimensions – 20X20Level – Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions – 12X16Level – MainDescription – Eating Area-Table Space,Island
Laundry 
Dimensions – 08X11Level – Main
Library 
Dimensions – 07X05Level – Main
Living Room 
Dimensions – 13X16Level – Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions – 19X19Level – Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickStone
Fencing 
Fenced
Lot Features 
LandscapedWooded
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
MLS Area 
Northbrook
School District 
Glenbrook North High School
Township 
Northfield
Schools
School District
Glenbrook North High School
Elementary School
Meadowbrook Elementary School
Middle School
Northbrook Junior High School
High School
Glenbrook North High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of North Shore Prestige Realty



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