$2,749,900

438 Birch Street, Winnetka, IL 60093

Active
4 beds (5 possible) 4.5 baths 5,000 sqft (estimated) Built 2012 Residential MLS #MRD12433803 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Compass · 847-446-9600 · MLS #MRD12433803 · Status: Active
Exceptional newer construction in an A+ Tree Streets location, this French Provincial-inspired brick and limestone home offers approximately 5,000 square feet of beautifully finished living space, an outstanding floor plan and an extraordinary level of care and maintenance. Built in 2012, this 5-bedroom, 4.1-bath home is ideally located just moments from schools, parks, the train, restaurants, shopping and downtown Winnetka. A gracious center-entry floor plan features formal living and dining rooms and a handsome custom library with coffered ceiling and custom built-ins. At the heart of the home, the gourmet eat-in kitchen features high-end appliances and an oversized island and opens seamlessly to the spacious family room with fireplace and beautiful backyard views. A generous mudroom completes the main level. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite offers two walk-in closets and a spa-like bath with heated floors. Three additional bedrooms, two full baths and second-floor laundry complete the upper level. The fully finished lower level features radiant-heated floors and offers a fifth bedroom and full bath, recreation area, bar with beverage and wine refrigeration, dedicated exercise room with gym flooring and mirrored wall, and theater area with HD projector, 110-inch screen and surround sound. The expansive backyard is designed for seamless outdoor living and entertaining, with a large paver patio and outdoor kitchen featuring a gas grill and refrigerator, surrounded by mature landscaping. The entire property is enhanced by a fully zoned irrigation system and landscape lighting throughout the front, side and rear yards. A detached two-car garage and concrete driveway provide additional convenience and functionality. Meticulously maintained and continually enhanced, the home offers an extensive list of meaningful improvements. An exceptional combination of newer construction, timeless architecture, incredible functionality and a premier location in the heart of Winnetka.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
Interior features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
3
Fireplace details
Gas Log, More than one
Basement
Finished, Full
Laundry
Upper Level, Sink
Additional rooms
Bedroom 5, Office, Exercise Room, Recreation Room, Mud Room, Breakfast Room
Total rooms
13

Building & exterior

Age
11-15 Years
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Asphalt
Windows
Drapes
Exposure
North,South,East

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
50 x 187
Lot description
Corner Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Township
New Trier
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Electricity
Circuit Breakers, Fuses, 200+ Amp Service
Equipment
Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Multiple Water Heaters

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Crow Island Elementary School (36)
Junior high
Carleton W Washburne School (36)
High school
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi (203)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$38,597 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
05202200220000
PIN
05202200220000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Negotiable
Special conditions
None
Listed
9/14/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Bedroom 515X12Basement
Office14X13MainHardwood
Exercise Room16X15Basement
Recreation Room27X25Basement
Mud Room10X9MainTile
Breakfast Room10X9MainHardwood
Bedroom 215X12SecondHardwood
Bedroom 315X12SecondHardwood
Bedroom 417X10SecondHardwood
Dining Room14X13MainHardwood
Family Room22X16MainHardwood
Kitchen17X10MainHardwood
Laundry11X6SecondTile
Living Room17X16MainHardwood
Master Bedroom17X16SecondHardwood

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Recently sold nearby

AddressBeds / BathsSoldPrice
889 Cherry Street 5 bd / 6.5 ba Dec 2025 $3,134,250
882 Willow Road 4 bd / 3.5 ba Aug 2026 $999,000
466 Chestnut Street 4 bd / 5.5 ba Oct 2025 $2,350,000
Address withheld 4 bd / 4.5 ba Dec 2025 $1,554,000

Sold data courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID; properties may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

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