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$1,650,000 SOLD Mar 2026
Listed at $1,750,000

863 Bittersweet Drive, Northbrook, IL 60062

Closed
5 beds 4.5 baths 5,145 sqft (estimated) Built 2006 Residential MLS #MRD12540396 8 days on market
Listing courtesy of North Shore Prestige Realty · 847-716-6969 · MLS #MRD12540396 · Status: Closed
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.

Property details

Interior

Interior features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Finished, Egress Window, Partial Exposure, Rec/Family Area, Full
Laundry
Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Additional rooms
Library, Bedroom 5
Total rooms
10

Building & exterior

Age
16-20 Years
Exterior
Brick, Stone
Roof
Asphalt
Patio & porch
Patio

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
167 X 267
Lot description
Landscaped, Wooded, Rear of Lot, Mature Trees
Township
Northfield
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Meadowbrook Elementary School (28)
Junior high
Northbrook Junior High School (28)
High school
Glenbrook North High School (225)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$25,513 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
04102001720000
PIN
04102001720000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
1/5/2026
Sold
3/3/2026
Sold price
$1,650,000
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