This house checks all the boxes for suburban paradise! Fun house for entertaining and plenty of room to stay forever! Nestled on a serene 1/2-acre lot at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, this beautifully updated Georgian-style home offers the perfect blend of classic elegance and modern convenience. Addition more than doubled the size of the house boasting 6 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, this spacious residence is thoughtfully designed for today's lifestyle. The first floor invites effortless entertaining and relaxation! The formal living room, elegant dining room, and conveniently located wet bar create the perfect space for an evening of entertaining. Enjoy cooking your favorite meals in the Chef's kitchen with a large island, a 6-burner range plus a double wall oven, and a full-size refrigerator/freezer. On one side of the kitchen is a spacious breakfast room and on the other side you will find a family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and a private home office. A convenient first-floor laundry room, a full bath, a formal guest half bath, a mudroom, and a 3-car attached garage complete the main floor. On the second floor, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms, including a large primary suite with spa-like master bathroom featuring a double vanity, soaking tub, and steam shower. Four additional bedrooms and four full bathrooms ensure plenty of private space for everyone, while an additional full-size laundry room adds convenience. The fully finished basement is an entertainment haven with two large recreation areas, an exercise room, a full bar with a sink, dishwasher, and ample cabinetry, plus a sixth bedroom, a full bath, and abundant storage. This home's prime location includes access to a private walking path connecting all of Northfield, with proximity to Middlefork Primary, Sunset Ridge School, Middlefork Tennis Club, and Sunset Ridge Country Club. Enjoy nearby shopping and convenient access to O'Hare Airport via I-294. Warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed, 625 Thornwood Lane is a joyful family home with space for every need.
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$1,957,000
625 Thornwood Ln, Northfield, IL 60093
6beds
7,751sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.5 Acres Lot
$2,664,200 Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$7,473 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,664,200
$2.34M - $3.04M
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Wood-burning fireplaceFully finished basementBeautifully updated georgian-style homeLarge islandPrimary suiteSpa-like master bathroomPrivate home office
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Listed by:
Laura Fitzpatrick 847-881-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Alyson Tesar
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12271657
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Office, Foyer, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X19
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Exercise room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X18
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X18
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X16
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X10
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 780 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X30
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 510 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X30
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,751
- Total interior livable area: 7,751 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 2,585
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Other, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 110X198
Details
- Parcel number: 04241010100000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Northfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,406,810
- Annual tax amount: $29,649
- Date on market: 1/15/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/25/2025 | Sold | $1,957,000-10.8%$252/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271657 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2025 | Pending sale | $2,195,000$283/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271657 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2025 | Contingent | $2,195,000$283/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271657 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+104.1%$283/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271657 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2000 | Sold | $1,075,500$139/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30,743 +3.7% | $140,681 |
| 2023 | $29,650 -14.1% | $140,681 -18.2% |
| 2022 | $34,506 +21.1% | $172,000 +42.4% |
| 2021 | $28,487 +2.1% | $120,805 |
| 2020 | $27,901 +1.7% | $120,805 -9% |
| 2019 | $27,435 +5% | $132,753 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $26,130 +3.2% | $120,547 |
| 2017 | $25,324 +5.2% | $120,547 |
| 2016 | $24,071 +13.6% | $120,547 +24.3% |
| 2015 | $21,186 +1.9% | $96,993 |
| 2014 | $20,785 +4.4% | $96,993 |
| 2013 | $19,900 +0.9% | $96,993 -7.6% |
| 2012 | $19,717 +5.9% | $105,021 |
| 2011 | $18,614 +2.4% | $105,021 |
| 2010 | $18,183 -24.9% | $105,021 -32.6% |
| 2009 | $24,208 +7.2% | $155,864 -7% |
| 2008 | $22,586 +38.6% | $167,596 +29.2% |
| 2007 | $16,292 -12.6% | $129,722 +3% |
| 2006 | $18,640 +1.4% | $125,899 |
| 2005 | $18,381 +3% | $125,899 |
| 2004 | $17,843 +81.4% | $125,899 +104.2% |
| 2003 | $9,838 -1.7% | $61,660 |
| 2002 | $10,009 +14.2% | $61,660 |
| 2001 | $8,764 +16.2% | $61,660 +14.1% |
| 2000 | $7,541 +1% | $54,018 |
| 1999 | $7,464 | $54,018 |
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Neighborhood: 60093
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Sunset Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- NANew Trier Township H S NorthfieldGrades: 9Distance: 1.6 mi
- 10/10Middlefork Primary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Middlefork Primary School
- Middle: Sunset Ridge Elementary School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 29
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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