863 Bittersweet Dr Northbrook, IL 60062
Estimated payment $11,223/month
Highlights
- 1.08 Acre Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Meadowbrook Elementary School Rated A
- Mature Trees
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
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.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,514
Year Built
- Built in 2006 | Remodeled in 2017
Lot Details
- 1.08 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 167 x 267
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Mature Trees
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 5,145 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Basement Window Egress
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Meadowbrook Elementary School
- Northbrook Junior High School
- Glenbrook North High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,640 | $157,000 | $65,678 | $91,322 |
| 2024 | $24,640 | $110,998 | $55,498 | $55,500 |
| 2023 | $23,876 | $110,998 | $55,498 | $55,500 |
| 2022 | $23,876 | $110,998 | $55,498 | $55,500 |
| 2021 | $31,246 | $128,193 | $32,839 | $95,354 |
| 2020 | $30,673 | $128,193 | $32,839 | $95,354 |
| 2019 | $29,778 | $140,872 | $32,839 | $108,033 |
| 2018 | $30,336 | $129,349 | $28,147 | $101,202 |
| 2017 | $29,554 | $129,349 | $28,147 | $101,202 |
| 2016 | $27,263 | $129,349 | $28,147 | $101,202 |
| 2015 | $26,705 | $115,157 | $23,456 | $91,701 |
| 2014 | $25,514 | $115,157 | $23,456 | $91,701 |
| 2013 | $24,714 | $115,157 | $23,456 | $91,701 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 01/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/05/2026 01/05/26 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | +129.4% | $340 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/27/2016 05/27/16 | Sold | $763,000 | -3.3% | $148 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/28/2016 03/28/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/15/2016 03/15/16 | Price Changed | $789,000 | -5.2% | $153 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/17/2016 02/17/16 | For Sale | $832,000 | -- | $162 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $763,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,070,000 | Multiple |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $885,600 | Unknown |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12540396
APN: 04-10-200-172-0000
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