Generational opportunity...the chance of a lifetime now awaits in one of Winnetka's most premier "off lake" enclave neighborhood...936 Sunset Road with two golden options for this exclusive real estate offering. This extraordinary Ralph Lauren vibe, country ranch is all about casual elegance with a desirable first floor primary suite. Set on a magnificent 1.29 acre lot, this property now INCLUDES a Village approved subdivided .67 acre buildable lot option so you can sell off OR use & expand your dream estate with a second structure with separate service entrance. Inviting presence with circular drive & framed manicured grounds presents a very storybook residence with classic architecture, new composite cedar shake roof, copper gutters, and charming dormers creating unforgettable curb appeal. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone as you enter the foyer thru the Farrow & Ball French blue doors, brick flooring and Nantucket inspired millwork. This expansive ranch with southern exposure naturally lights up the entire house as the formal living with picturesque windows showcases the breathtaking views of the expansive grounds & tennis court. Just beyond, the spectacular sunroom/family room serves as the heart of the home with panoramic views of the lush backyard and entertaining terraces, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor connection. The dining room offers an intimate yet refined setting for gatherings and leads to the updated classic all white kitchen accented with Carrera marble and designed by notable North Shore architect Chip Hackely. Custom cabinetry accented with huge breakfast bar island with seating for 6 and expansive prep space make this the hub of the house with great views of Sunset Road. An adjoining breakfast area surrounded by French doors overlooks the picturesque property and opens directly to the outdoors. Additional first floor living spaces include an inviting den with vaulted ceilings, custom built-ins, and stone fireplace, offering the perfect retreat for relaxing, entertaining or expansive option to make primary suite larger. Completing the main level is the luxurious first-floor primary suite, a peaceful sanctuary with rolling green views and spa stone bath. The spacious second floor continues with five family sized beds and three updated all white marble baths, including two private ensuite retreats and an additional hall bath. Each bedroom is flooded with light and can also be a perfect place to expand the house if needed. One of the bedrooms is currently being utilized as a sophisticated office space. The lower level offers an exceptional additional living space centered around a large recreation room, kitchenette, laundry center. Enchanting outdoor space with blue stone patios, tennis court and miniature replica playhouse make this property so special as there in incredible opportunity with second lot to elevate to another level of luxury by adding a 20x40 pool with separate tricked out cabana house with wellness gym, golf simulator room, 2nd office and guest quarters. If you rather just live in the house and sell off the back land, that is a fabulous option as well or even live as the house is now and plan for the future, it all works here. This opportunity is one of kind as there are many different ways to optimize 936 Sunset all while being in an A++ location, south of Willow, steps to Crow Island, FCH, and NSCD schools and either way to New Trier or Loyola, plus, don't forget, town and the train are right there too. This is your optimal long term forever house option as there many customized opportunities to make this your own. Either right away or over time, the most important this is that you have SECURED a prime address on the street that falls right behind living on the lake. The ultimate North Shore investment property to be offered in years!
Contingent
$4,999,900
936 Sunset Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
6beds
4,159sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
1.29 Acres Lot
$4,946,800 Zestimate®
$1,202/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Framed manicured groundsCircular driveSophisticated office spaceMiniature replica playhouseCopper guttersCustom cabinetryWelcoming covered front porch
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Listed by:
Jena Radnay 312-925-9899,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12660037
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Den, Recreation Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Brick), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Terracotta), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Brick)
- Level: Main
- Area: 363 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X17
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 680 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X20
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Special Millwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Basement, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,159 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 1.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 165X218X184X115X293
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Tennis Court(s)
- Parcel number: 05204070710000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Tennis Court(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Winnetka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,202/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,609,280
- Annual tax amount: $42,613
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$4,946,800
$4.70M - $5.24M
$7,874/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Contingent | $4,999,900$1,202/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,999,900+100%$1,202/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/1/2006 | Sold | $2,500,000$601/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $160,928 -14% |
| 2023 | $42,613 -2.1% | $187,125 -7.7% |
| 2022 | $43,506 +12.6% | $202,756 +33.2% |
| 2021 | $38,644 +1.5% | $152,233 |
| 2020 | $38,086 -0.3% | $152,233 -9% |
| 2019 | $38,211 -4.4% | $167,290 -1.7% |
| 2018 | $39,983 +3.1% | $170,131 |
| 2017 | $38,763 -0.8% | $170,131 -5% |
| 2016 | $39,091 +13.9% | $179,063 +26% |
| 2015 | $34,307 -6% | $142,064 -7.9% |
| 2014 | $36,511 +4.9% | $154,221 |
| 2013 | $34,810 -10.6% | $154,221 -14.6% |
| 2012 | $38,934 +4.7% | $180,592 |
| 2011 | $37,170 +3% | $180,592 |
| 2010 | $36,082 +4% | $180,592 -10% |
| 2009 | $34,680 +0.6% | $200,551 -9.3% |
| 2008 | $34,478 +5.9% | $221,117 |
| 2007 | $32,542 -4.6% | $221,117 +13.6% |
| 2006 | $34,125 +1.8% | $194,604 |
| 2005 | $33,519 +3.4% | $194,604 |
| 2004 | $32,426 +13.2% | $194,604 +32.2% |
| 2003 | $28,642 +1.6% | $147,233 -4.6% |
| 2002 | $28,178 +3.3% | $154,335 |
| 2001 | $27,276 +3% | $154,335 +8% |
| 2000 | $26,473 | $142,893 |
| 1999 | $26,473 | $142,893 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60093
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Crow Island Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Carleton W Washburne SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crow Island Elementary School
- Middle: The Skokie School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 36
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Winnetka
- 60093
- 936 Sunset Rd




