478 Sunset Rd Winnetka, IL 60093
Winnetka AreaEstimated payment $11,635/month
Highlights
- Rooftop Deck
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Greeley Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
About This Home
They don't build them like this anymore, but they should! This solidly built custom Hemphill home is ideally located in sought-after East Winnetka and offers timeless character, quality craftsmanship, and thoughtful updates. Built in 1936 with exceptional materials and lovingly maintained by only two owners, this home combines classic elegance with modern comfort. The spacious living room features decorative plaster crown molding, a gas-log fireplace, and built-in cabinetry, while the formal dining room showcases equally impressive molding and elegant wainscoting. The kitchen is appointed with high-end appliances, beautiful wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and an eating area. A welcoming family room overlooks the expansive fenced backyard and slate patio. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms each offer walk-in closets. The second level also includes an updated primary bath, a hall bath, and an en-suite bath, along with a large cedar closet and a deck overlooking the backyard. The basement offers exceptional additional space with four separate rooms: a recreation room with wood-burning fireplace, a work/hobby room, a "canning"/storage room, and a utility area with laundry. Direct access to the oversized attached two-car garage adds convenience. Set on a wide lot, 478 Sunset offers a wonderful floor plan just a few blocks from parks, schools, beaches, the train, and more.
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124316 Listed on: 06/07/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $28,470
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 11,761 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75.38x156.39
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Slate Roof
- Stone Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,364 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Workshop
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Rooftop Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Greeley Elementary School
- The Skokie Middle School
- New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Water Softener
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,364 | $170,680 | $31,590 | $139,090 |
| 2024 | $27,364 | $124,000 | $38,610 | $85,390 |
| 2023 | $25,720 | $124,000 | $38,610 | $85,390 |
| 2022 | $25,720 | $124,000 | $38,610 | $85,390 |
| 2021 | $23,791 | $97,666 | $26,325 | $71,341 |
| 2020 | $23,517 | $97,666 | $26,325 | $71,341 |
| 2019 | $23,316 | $106,159 | $26,325 | $79,834 |
| 2018 | $26,518 | $116,742 | $22,815 | $93,927 |
| 2017 | $25,725 | $116,742 | $22,815 | $93,927 |
| 2016 | $24,899 | $116,742 | $22,815 | $93,927 |
| 2015 | $26,354 | $111,611 | $19,012 | $92,599 |
| 2014 | $25,811 | $111,611 | $19,012 | $92,599 |
| 2013 | $24,594 | $111,611 | $19,012 | $92,599 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2026 06/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/07/2026 06/07/26 | For Sale | $1,700,000 | -- | $505 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $173,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12629591
APN: 05-21-320-002-0000
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