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Property Description
Nestled in sought-after Glenbrook Countryside in prime school district 28 (Westmoor), 225 Spruce Road welcomes you with a bright, open foyer and offers a beautifully updated home set on a generous half-acre lot. Thoughtful upgrades throughout include newly painted interiors, new carpet, solid-core four-panel doors, Baldwin hardware, bamboo flooring, and Decora switches and outlets. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence also offers the flexibility for a fourth bedroom. The kitchen is designed for entertaining and everyday living, featuring granite countertops, an oversized island with a prep sink and seating, 42-inch maple upper cabinets, and under-cabinet lighting. Three new Velux skylights flood the space with natural light. A full suite of stainless steel appliances includes a Thermador six-burner stove with griddle, hood and warming station, French door refrigerator, microwave, and trash compactor. A built-in workstation, butler's pantry, and large walk-in pantry provide exceptional storage and functionality. Opening directly from the kitchen, the great room impresses with soaring 13-foot ceilings and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone-clad wood-burning fireplace with a gas start. Walls of sliding doors create a seamless connection to the expansive wraparound deck, complete with a Solaire natural gas grill, making indoor-outdoor living effortless and ideal for gatherings. The dining room offers both comfort and presence, with a lighted cove ceiling that adds warmth and architectural detail, along with ample space for both everyday dining and larger gatherings. The main level features a spacious primary suite with an en-suite bath that includes a Whirlpool tub, rain shower, dual sinks with a makeup area, and a large walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the first floor. The lower level expands the living space with a large recreation room and a full bath, offering flexibility for entertaining, guests, or everyday living, along with the option for a fourth bedroom. Additional highlights include a dog wash, first-floor laundry, alarm system, Pella architectural windows with roller screens and blinds, a three-car garage with epoxy flooring, brick paver details, LeafFilter on all gutters, and a new roof in 2024. Don't miss this move-in ready home with exceptional space, thoughtful updates, and effortless indoor-outdoor living.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 225 Spruce Rd
General
- Price: $799,995
- Taxes: $11,892 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12631260
- Updated: Today (5/19/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, C
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Hot Tub, 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Great Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Humidifier
- Flooring: Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Hot Tub, Outdoor Grill
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Northbrook
- County: Cook
- Township: Northfield
- Subdivision: Glenbrook Countryside
- Driving Directions: Waukegan Rd to Walnut Circle, East on Walnut Circle to Spruce Rd, South on Spruce Rd to home
School Information
- School District: 28
- Elem School District: 28
- Midd School District: 28
- High School District: 225
- Elementary School: Westmoor Elementary School
- Middle School: Northbrook Junior High School
- High School: Glenbrook North High School
- Private School: Glenbrook North High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Contemporary
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Synthetic Stucco, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Synthetic Stucco, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet
- Square Feet: 3,906
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1953
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 83 x 37 x 210 x 80 x 215
- Lot Features: Mature Trees
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1953
- Tax Amount: $11,892.38
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 4031070020000
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Schools
Schools serving 225 Spruce Rd
School Districts:Northbrook School District 28, Northfield Township High School District 225
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Westmoor Elementary School 2500 Cherry Lane, Northbrook, IL 60062 | PK-5 | 1.4 mi |
Northbrook Junior High School 1475 Maple Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Glenbrook North High School 2300 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 | 9-12 | 2.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 225 Spruce Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/19/2026
Listed
$799,995
272.09%
MLS
8/21/1998
Sold
$215,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 225 Spruce Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$11,466
—
$71,000
22%
2023
$11,466
4%
$58,000
—
2022
$11,070
-26%
$58,000
-15%
2021
$14,896
-8%
$68,333
-9%
2020
$16,240
4%
$75,093
-9%
2019
$15,664
38%
$82,520
46%
2018
$11,350
-3%
$56,660
—
2017
$11,723
4%
$56,660
—
2016
$11,320
16%
$56,660
26%
2015
$9,795
4%
$44,846
—
2014
$9,447
3%
$44,846
—
2013
$9,136
-1%
$44,846
-8%
2012
$9,255
—
$48,753
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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225 Spruce Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 (MLS# 12631260) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 225 Spruce Road is currently listed for $799,995 and was received on May 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 225 Spruce Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Northbrook? You can browse all Northbrook real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

