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.
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$1,650,000
863 Bittersweet Dr, Northbrook, IL 60062
5beds
5,145sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
1.08 Acres Lot
$1,678,800 Zestimate®
$321/sqft
$7,940 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,678,800
$1.51M - $1.86M
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Striking double-sided stone fireplaceFreshly painted interiorRich wainscotingSpacious family roomCrown moldingsDesigner lightingElegant custom railings
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Listing courtesy of:
Oksana Chura 847-502-6299,
North Shore Prestige Realty
Bought with:
Brigitte Buslovich
Dralyuk Real Estate Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12540396
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08X11
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 07X05
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Egress Window,Partial Exposure,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,717
- Total interior livable area: 5,145 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
- Dimensions: 167 X 267
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Rear of Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 04102001720000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Northbrook
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Sold | $1,650,000-5.7%$321/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12540396 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2026 | Contingent | $1,750,000$340/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12540396 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000-7.9%$340/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12540396 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Listing removed | $1,900,000$369/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12519421 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Price change | $1,900,000-5%$369/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12519421 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,999,379+162%$389/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12519421 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2016 | Sold | $763,000-3.3%$148/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09141880 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2016 | Pending sale | $789,000$153/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Glenview #09141880 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2016 | Price change | $789,000-5.2%$153/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Glenview #09141880 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2016 | Listed for sale | $832,000-22.2%$162/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Glenview #09141880 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2007 | Sold | $1,070,000$208/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $110,998 |
| 2023 | $24,640 +3.2% | $110,998 |
| 2022 | $23,876 -23.6% | $110,998 -13.4% |
| 2021 | $31,246 +1.9% | $128,193 |
| 2020 | $30,673 +3% | $128,193 -9% |
| 2019 | $29,778 -1.8% | $140,872 +8.9% |
| 2018 | $30,336 +2.6% | $129,349 |
| 2017 | $29,554 +8.4% | $129,349 |
| 2016 | $27,263 +2.1% | $129,349 +12.3% |
| 2015 | $26,705 +4.7% | $115,157 |
| 2014 | $25,514 +3.2% | $115,157 |
| 2013 | $24,714 -6.6% | $115,157 -13.6% |
| 2012 | $26,448 +5% | $133,241 |
| 2011 | $25,178 +3.4% | $133,241 |
| 2010 | $24,348 -17.4% | $133,241 -22.7% |
| 2009 | $29,461 +7.8% | $172,358 -7% |
| 2008 | $27,320 +1.1% | $185,332 |
| 2007 | $27,012 -3.7% | $185,332 +5% |
| 2006 | $28,055 +131.6% | $176,484 +124.7% |
| 2005 | $12,115 | $78,555 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60062
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Meadowbrook Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Northbrook Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Glenbrook North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Meadowbrook Elementary School
- Middle: Northbrook Junior High School
- High: Glenbrook North High School
- District: 28
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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