$2,450,000
SOLD DEC 29, 2023

2240 Birchwood Ln Northfield, IL 60093

5 Beds
9 Baths
7,742 Sq Ft
1.02 Acres

Recently Sold

$316 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Recreation Room
  • Middlefork Primary School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of December 2023

Exquisitely designed, masterfully crafted, and superbly functional is this outstanding Northfield home set on 1 acre of land. All brick and stone exterior with cedar shake roof. The expansive paver brick driveway with gorgeous landscape leads to the custom front entry door with stone archway. The front foyer showcases the level of detail and finishes that went into this home, featuring marble tile flooring, crown molding, and curved bridal staircase. Main level office with custom cherry paneling, book shelves, coffered ceiling, and "office within the office." Formal dining room with unique oval ceiling detail and lighting. Living and family rooms separated by two sided gas fireplace overlooking the expansive grounds. The cooks kitchen is phenomenal, featuring custom cabinetry, large center island, wolf 60" range & double oven, Subzero frig and freezer, and walk-in pantry. The second level features 5 ensuite bedrooms. The primary suite is quite the retreat with dual walk-in closets and large sleeping quarters with barreled ceiling and exquisite details. Primary bath with curved honey onyx tile, heated flooring, heated towel rack, dual vanity, freestanding soaking tub, & large walk-in shower with rain shower and body sprays. All secondary bedrooms with hardwood flooring, ensuite bathrooms, and ample closet space. The lower level expands the home dramatically while providing a variety of entertainment: Beautifully appointed theatre room with raised seating and full surround sound, workout room with rubber flooring, large recreation space, bedroom and full bathroom, and ample storage throughout. The backyard provides the suburban oasis with expansive blue stone patio wonderfully designed with numerous entertaining areas, outdoor kitchen with bar area and wooden pergola, water fountain, and garden. In addition, this home has all the bells and whistles: control 4 system controlling surround sound throughout the home, lighting throughout most of the home, irrigation system. Other notable amenities and updates: 3 car heated garage with epoxy flooring, back up generator, 3 separate heating and cooling units for each floor, the second level has 3 zones, water heaters 2020, main level AC 2023. This is an outstanding home set on a phenomenal piece of property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marla Schneider

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475127366 Listed on: 11/02/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Matthew Schneider

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475125885

Last Buyer's Agent

Matthew Messel

Compass License #475173623

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $34,716

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 47 x 256 x 290 x 352
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $42 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shake Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 7,742 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Library
  • Recreation Room
  • Loft
  • Play Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Pergola

Schools

  • Middlefork Primary Elementary School
  • Sunset Ridge Elementary Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Custom

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$34,716

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$42 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 9
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2138
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 7742
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Library, Mud Room, Loft, Recreation Room, Theatre Room, Play Room, Breakfast Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 7742
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 5604
  • Basement Sq Ft: 2138
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom
  • Total Sq Ft: 7742
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 2896
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2708
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 2750000
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped
  • OtherStructures: Pergola
  • Roof: Rubber, Shake
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • ParkingTotal: 3
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Multiple Locations
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 500
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Annually

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

Schools

  • Elementary School: Middlefork Primary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: Sunset Ridge Elementary School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 29

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 47 X 256 X 290 X 352
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 34716
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2024
Sold by
Michelle C Hranka Trust
Bought by
Hranka Andrew and Hranka Michelle C
Current Estimated Value
$2,624,098

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,481,787
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,142,311

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 2, 2023
Closed on
Dec 22, 2023
Sold by
Ranjit S Chadha Trust
Bought by
Michelle C Hranka Trust
Seller's Agent
Marla Schneider
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Messel
Compass
List Price
$2,750,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$300,000
-10.91%
Views
261

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2021
Sold by
Chadha Ranjit S and Ranjit S Chadha Trust
Bought by
Chadha Ranjit S and Ranjit S Chadha Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,182,000
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2016
Sold by
Chadha Ranjit and Singh Kavita
Bought by
Chadha Ranjit S and Ranjit S Chadha Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2012
Closed on
Feb 28, 2013
Sold by
Cox Jessica D and Rico Manuel
Bought by
Chadha Ranjit and Singh Kavita
Seller's Agent
Jill Cunningham
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Marla Schneider
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,200,000
Sold Price
$1,960,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$240,000
-10.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.37%
Original Mortgage
$1,568,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2005
Sold by
Oz Group Lp
Bought by
Rico Manuel and Cox Jessica D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2004
Sold by
Bach Patricia and Mikel Elizabeth
Bought by
Oz Group Lp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2001
Sold by
Heffernan Betty R and Heffernan Jan
Bought by
Heffernan Betty R and Betty R Heffernan Trust
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 -- Fidelity National Title
Deed $2,450,000 Chicago Title Insurance Compan
Warranty Deed -- Ravenswood Title Company Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $1,960,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $900,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Warranty Deed $850,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,152,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,182,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,430,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $132,250 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,568,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,890,000 Construction
Previous Owner $350,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $680,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/29/2023 12/29/23 Sold $2,450,000 -10.9% $316 / Sq Ft
12/08/2023 12/08/23 Pending -- -- --
11/02/2023 11/02/23 For Sale $2,750,000 +40.3% $355 / Sq Ft
03/01/2013 03/01/13 Sold $1,960,000 -10.9% $403 / Sq Ft
01/03/2013 01/03/13 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2012 11/05/12 For Sale $2,200,000 -- $453 / 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 $35,388 $167,265 $44,453 $122,812
2023 $33,537 $167,265 $44,453 $122,812
2022 $33,537 $167,265 $44,453 $122,812
2021 $34,717 $146,493 $31,117 $115,376
2020 $36,432 $156,793 $31,117 $125,676
2019 $35,824 $172,300 $31,117 $141,183
2018 $31,523 $144,720 $26,671 $118,049
2017 $39,330 $185,349 $26,671 $158,678
2016 $37,284 $185,349 $26,671 $158,678
2015 $31,678 $143,726 $22,226 $121,500
2014 $42,584 $196,024 $22,226 $173,798
2013 $41,340 $196,024 $22,226 $173,798
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11922350

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 04-24-300-036-0000