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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 863 Bittersweet Dr
General
- Sold For: $1,650,000
- Taxes: $25,513 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12540396
- Added to Site: 72 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Master Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Northbrook
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: DUNDEE EAST OF WAUKEGAN TO BITTERSWEET SOUTH, AROUND THE BEND, THEN GO RIGHT ONTO THE PRIVATE ROAD
School Information
- School District: 28
- Midd School District: 28
- Elementary School: Meadowbrook 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, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Egress Window, Partial Exposure, Rec/Family Area, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 5,145
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 2006
- Remodeled/Updated: 2017
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.077
- Lot Size Range: 1.0 to 1.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 167 x 267
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Rear of Lot, Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 2006
- Tax Amount: $25,513.5
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 4102001720000
Listed by North Shore Prestige Realty
Sold by Dralyuk Real Estate Inc.
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Schools
Schools serving 863 Bittersweet Dr
School Districts:Northbrook School District 28, Northfield Township High School District 225
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Meadowbrook Elementary School, Northbrook, IL 1600 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Northbrook Junior High School 1475 Maple Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Glenbrook North High School 2300 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 863 Bittersweet Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/03/2026
Sold
$1,650,000
-5.71%
MLS
1/05/2026
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.
863 Bittersweet Drive, Northbrook, IL 60062 (MLS# 12540396) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,650,000 on March 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 863 Bittersweet Drive? 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.

