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Property Description
A long private driveway ascends to a French Provincial Property in the coveted Woodlands, forming a courtyard-style approach and a strong sense of arrival. Available for the first time in decades and a unique opportunity to own a piece of Hinsdale's rich architectural history. Beautifully wooded lot spanning 28,344 SQFT, experience true seclusion in a property that is surrounded on all 3 sides by mature trees that create natural privacy on a street with no thru traffic. Ideal location and setting for building your dream home that can be over 7,500 sqft and set on a picturesque hill. All Brick Ranch home that can be renovated to today's look with a charm that is impossible to duplicate; with custom millwork by designer Helen Buckner, antique chandeliers, high ceilings and exceptional window placement that captures picture perfect views in every direction. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 4 full baths, unfinished basement and 2 car attached garage. Most notably, the sunroom could be called a greenroom with windows all around offering a scenic retreat. Dense natural foliage provides the backdrop, enhancing both beauty and tranquility where each season paints the landscape in new colors. Walk to Blue Ribbon Oak Elementary School, train and town. A rare combination of elevation, views, and natural prominence - a setting of quiet stature and lasting distinction. SURVEY INCLUDED IN PHOTOS.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 704 Bittersweet Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,400,000
- Taxes: $18,151 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12496260
- Added to Site: 137 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Special Millwork
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Hinsdale
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Turn right onto Princeton Rd Turn left onto E 6th St E 6th St turns slightly right and becomes Princeton Rd Turn right onto Bittersweet Ln
School Information
- School District: 181
- Midd School District: 181
- Elementary School: Oak Elementary School
- Middle School: Hinsdale Middle School
- High School: Hinsdale Central High School
- Private School: Hinsdale Central High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Doors: French Doors
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,403
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1962
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.65
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 217 x 32 x 50 x 132 x 267
- Lot Features: Wooded, Rear of Lot, Mature Trees
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1962
- Tax Amount: $18,151
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 18073000700000
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Schools
Schools serving 704 Bittersweet Ln
School Districts:Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181, Hinsdale Township High School District 86
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Oak Elementary School 950 South Oak Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Hinsdale Middle School 100 South Garfield Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Hinsdale Central High School 5500 South Grant Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 704 Bittersweet Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/06/2026
Sold
$1,400,000
-12.45%
MLS
11/19/2025
Price Reduced
$1,599,000
-8.63%
MLS
10/20/2025
Listed
$1,750,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
704 Bittersweet Lane, Hinsdale, IL 60521 (MLS# 12496260) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,400,000 on February 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 704 Bittersweet Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hinsdale? You can browse all Hinsdale real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


