$775,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2025

1848 Birch Rd Northbrook, IL 60062

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,953 Sq Ft
1966 Built

Recently Sold

$262 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Laundry Room
  • Wescott Elementary School Rated A
  • Living Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to this incredible opportunity in Sunset Fields, one of Northbrook's most desirable neighborhoods! This spacious home is among the largest models available, offering tremendous potential to make it your dream residence. Ideally situated just a few blocks from Wescott Elementary School and only minutes away from Maple Jr. High and Glenbrook North High School, the location is unbeatable. Enjoy convenient proximity to exceptional amenities including the Northbrook Sports Complex, YMCA, public library, and the vibrant restaurants and shops of downtown Northbrook. Commuting is effortless with quick access to major highways I-94 and I-294, as well as the nearby Metra station. The home's thoughtful layout features a generously sized living room, a separate formal dining room, and a cozy family room complete with a fireplace and direct access to a spacious backyard, ideal for entertaining and relaxation. A basement provides additional space and plenty of storage or can be further finished to add to the already large layout of the home. The second floor offers five bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a conveniently located 6 x 8 hall closet that could easily be converted into a third full bathroom. Bring your ideas and creativity-this home is being sold As-Is, ready for you to transform into your perfect haven!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Flavius Borojan

B&B Realty and Management LLC License #471022357 Listed on: 06/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Linda Levin

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475137990

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,952

Year Built

  • Built in 1966 | Remodeled in 1996

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 82x143

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,953 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Wescott Elementary School
  • Maple Middle School
  • Glenbrook North High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Sunset Fields Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,952

Year Built

Built in 1966 | Remodeled in 1996

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Sunset Fields
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 1996
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 1996

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 2953
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet, Bedroom 5
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2953
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • List Price: 785000
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, On Site, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 8

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wescott Elementary School
  • High School: Glenbrook North High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Maple School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 30

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 82X143
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13952
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 7, 2025
Sold by
Geraldine T Miller Trust and Miller Geraldine T
Bought by
Grobart Samuel M and Grobart Jessica
Seller's Agent
Flavius Borojan
B&B Realty and Management LLC
Buyer's Agent
Linda Levin
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.27%
Views
26

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.55%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $775,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fund
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Sold $775,000 -1.3% $262 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2025 06/23/25 For Sale $785,000 0.0% $266 / Sq Ft
06/22/2025 06/22/25 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Sale $785,000 -- $266 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $13,952 $65,001 $18,068 $46,933
2023 $13,529 $65,001 $18,068 $46,933
2022 $13,529 $65,001 $18,068 $46,933
2021 $13,122 $56,523 $15,658 $40,865
2020 $13,098 $56,523 $15,658 $40,865
2019 $12,600 $62,114 $15,658 $46,456
2018 $12,564 $57,658 $13,851 $43,807
2017 $12,331 $57,658 $13,851 $43,807
2016 $11,479 $57,658 $13,851 $43,807
2015 $10,727 $49,296 $11,442 $37,854
2014 $10,481 $49,296 $11,442 $37,854
2013 $10,323 $49,296 $11,442 $37,854
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12396508

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 04-16-111-008-0000