225 Spruce Rd

3,906 Sq. Ft.
$205 / Sq. Ft.
3,906
Sq. Ft.
$205
per Sq. Ft.

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...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.
  1. Listed by Elliot Jaffe • Jaffe Realty Inc.
    P: (847)-997-2700 Elliot@jafferealty.com

Property Details for 225 Spruce Road

Area
Northbrook
Subdivision
Glenbrook Countryside
Township
Northfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 06/12/2026 07:19 PM

Property Details for 225 Spruce Road

StatusPending
MLS #12631260
Days on Market7
Taxes$11,892 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 225 Spruce Road

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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Property Information for 225 Spruce Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 28
  • Elementary School: Westmoor Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Northbrook Junior High School
  • High School District: 225
  • High School: Glenbrook North High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 28
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Brick Driveway, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Hot Tub, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Street Paved
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Basement Sq Ft: 877
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Room Type: Great Room, Foyer, Pantry, Deck, Recreation Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Hot Tub, Outdoor Grill
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2000
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 3029
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3906
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3906
  • Main Sq Ft: 3029
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Lot Dimensions: 83 x 37 x 210 x 80 x 215
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Synthetic Stucco, Stone
  • Construction: Synthetic Stucco, Stone
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 877.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3067
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2026-05-22T00:48:37
  • Photos Count: 40
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X17
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 28X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Living Room
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 44X23
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X11
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Dimensions: 8X5
Recreation Rm Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Rm
  • Dimensions: 22X27
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Dimensions: 26X22
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 10X9
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 5X16

Property History for 225 Spruce Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 25, 2026

Pending

MRED #12631260

May 25, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12631260

May 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12631260

$799,995
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/25/2026

Pending

MRED #12631260

05/25/2026

Contingent

MRED #12631260

05/19/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12631260

$799,995

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Public Records for 225 Spruce Road

Taxable ValueLand$10,185Additions$47,815Total$58,000
Tax Record2023$11,466 ($956 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,067 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,067 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,370 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953CountyCOOKAPN04-03-107-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 225 Spruce Road

This home is within Glenbrook High School District 225.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Westmoor Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Northbrook Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Glenbrook North High School
Public9 to 12

Glenbrook Off-Campus Center
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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