$3,695,000

2311 Burr Oak, Northfield, IL 60093

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5 beds 4.5 baths 7,257 sqft (other) Built 1939 Residential MLS #MRD12694307 7 days on market
Listing courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate · 847-881-0200 · MLS #MRD12694307 · Status: Active
Set on approximately 2.5 breathtaking private acres in one of Northfield's most coveted locations, 2311 Burr Oak presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own one of the North Shore's most remarkable private 5 bedroom, 4.2 bath estates. This timeless five-bedroom, four-full and two-half-bath residence seamlessly blends classic architectural elegance with graciously scaled living spaces designed for both everyday comfort and grand entertaining. Rich in character, the home features beautifully appointed formal living and dining rooms, exceptional millwork, multiple fireplaces, a dramatic vaulted-ceiling family room, an expansive primary suite, and an incredible temperature-controlled wine cellar. Every room reflects thoughtful craftsmanship and offers seamless views of the spectacular grounds. The estate's resort-inspired setting is truly unparalleled. The professionally landscaped grounds offer complete privacy and include a sparkling swimming pool with spa, a fully appointed pool house with a kitchen, laundry, full bath, and separate sleeping quarters, tennis and pickleball courts, a picturesque koi pond with zen waterfall and bridge, expansive rolling lawns, mature trees, and an attached six-car garage. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create an extraordinary lifestyle where recreation, relaxation, and elegant entertaining exist in perfect harmony. The combination of approximately 2.5 private acres, decades of meticulously cultivated landscaping, and an unmatched collection of amenities makes 2311 Burr Oak an irreplaceable offering. More than a residence, it is one of the North Shore's most iconic private estates-a legacy property to be enjoyed by all!

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
Interior features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
3
Fireplace details
More than one
Basement
Partially Finished, Partial
Laundry
Multiple Locations, Sink
Additional rooms
Breakfast Room, Sitting Room, Other Room, Bedroom 5, Foyer, Sun Room, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Office, Exercise Room
Total rooms
14

Building & exterior

Age
81-90 Years
Exterior
Stone
Exterior features
Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Breezeway
Roof
Asphalt, Slate
Windows
Screens, Skylight(s), Drapes, Window Treatments
Doors
French Doors, Sliding Doors, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Patio & porch
Patio
Other structures
Pool House, Tennis Court(s)
Exposure
North

Parking

Garage spaces
6
Total spaces
6
Parking details
Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
381 X 287
Lot description
Landscaped
Township
New Trier
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Water
Lake Michigan, Well
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Middlefork Primary School (29)
Junior high
Sunset Ridge Elementary School (29)
High school
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi (203)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$58,403 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
04234000070000
PIN
04234000070000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
List Broker Must Accompany
Listed
7/6/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Breakfast Room24X14MainHardwood
Sitting Room9X14MainHardwood
Other Room19X15BasementOther
Bedroom 518X15SecondHardwood
Foyer8X14MainHardwood
Sun Room31X18MainHardwood
Mud Room15X9MainHardwood
Recreation Room27X14BasementOther
Office16X15MainHardwood
Exercise Room18X18MainOther
Bedroom 214X16SecondHardwood
Bedroom 314X11SecondHardwood
Bedroom 411X12SecondHardwood
Dining Room17X14MainHardwood
Family Room24X22MainHardwood
Kitchen20X24MainHardwood
Laundry7X8MainOther
Living Room15X27MainHardwood
Master Bedroom25X19SecondHardwood

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