Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds8,816 sqft$147/sqft
28 Sunset Rd, Bloomington, IL 61701
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.16 acresLot Size
2016Year Built
$147/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

One of a kind, spectacular bespoke home on 1.15 acre wooded site on Bloomington's treasured Sunset Rd. Created from plans & fond memories of grand English Manors, this home overflows with thoughtful, painstaking details. {Remarks too numerous to mention here, see attached documents.} A FEW Highlights: 3 mahogany finish carriage doors | hand forged copper exterior gas lanterns | 2 front entrances with 8 ft mahogany doors (main & service) | circular driveway | lush mature landscaping throughout & surrounding...One of a kind, spectacular bespoke home on 1.15 acre wooded site on Bloomington's treasured Sunset Rd. Created from plans & fond memories of grand English Manors, this home overflows with thoughtful, painstaking details. {Remarks too numerous to mention here, see attached documents.} A FEW Highlights: 3 mahogany finish carriage doors | hand forged copper exterior gas lanterns | 2 front entrances with 8 ft mahogany doors (main & service) | circular driveway | lush mature landscaping throughout & surrounding home & grounds | Hi-Eff Geothermal heat/air with 2 furnaces | 3 water heaters | underground tiles & eaves water diverting system by Farnsworth Engineering | High efficiency Generator | 10-12 ft ceilings | 3 fireplaces | Gorgeous kitchen with custom cabinetry by Plain & Fancy Cabinets, Wolfe appliances, Sub-Zero Refrigerator, 2 cast iron farm kitchen sinks, 2 Bosch dishwashers, Sharp microwave drawer, 2 walk-in pantries, plentiful windows overlooking back yard plus door access to stone paver patio | 150 yr old reclaimed beams span kitchen & family rm | opulent Living Rm with massive limestone plank FP surround, entire wall of windows & doors overlooking stone paver patio and back yard | Large main floor office has been plumbed for full bath to transform into 2nd main floor bedroom if ever desired | 2nd office tucked behind enormous, hand built exposed rail door in the family room | inspirational craft/homework area concealed behind a 2nd exposed rail door off the kitchen | Fabulous fully outfitted wet bar doubles as butler's pantry & includes more Plain & Fancy custom cabinets, copper sink, granite tops, beverage fridge and ice maker | 1st Fl Master Sanctuary with wool carpeting and sweeping views of back yard, luxe bath with soaker tub, his/hers vanities, marble shower, huge w-in closet, with perfectly situated 1st Fl laundry adjacent to Master bath | 2 stately staircases with walnut treads flank the main gallery | Incredible 3-Seasons porch with stone FP, brick wet bar with built-in Sedona grill, space for icemaker & mini fridge captivates and calms with heavily wooded views | 4 spacious bedrooms up with Jack & Jill bath plus 2 other baths and 2nd floor Laundry | Huge playroom over garage plus large open landing for game area | Back yard is enclosed with beautiful cyclone fence; front yard has underground dog fence | Home is equipped with an Air Phone Security System with multiple cameras and smart phone app connection | Whole house audio continues into the outdoors | Extensive landscaping creates an absolute haven of privacy, security and full enjoyment of the nurturing beauty of the surrounding woods | Huge, hand-built storybook-perfect Treehouse tucked into back corner of the property will be beloved by children of all ages, wired with lighting & outlets, includes large play area, loft, counter bar and wrap around deck | Property backs to west end of Hedge Apple Woods and foot paths, where the area meets Ewing 2 ball parks in the distance; migratory birds and small wildlife abound here, the former bridal path of Hazle Buck Ewing - a truly magical setting that deeply enriches life | SO MUCH MORE, check Assoc Docs!

    Sold By BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS

    • Listed by: Beth Caldwell 309.838.1028 BethCaldwellHomes@gmail.com • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    Listing closed: 10/29/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10845506

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    Property Information for 28 Sunset Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $24,846 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1.5 Story
    • Area: Bloomington
    • Subdivision: Not Applicable
    • Township: City of Bloomi
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 3.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Zoned, Geothermal, Electric, High Efficiency (SEER 14+)
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 3
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned, Geothermal, Other, Radiant Floor
    • Architectural Style: English
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 2016
    • Lot Size: 1.16 AC / 50,364 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 87
    • Elementary School: Bent Elementary
    • Jr High Middle School: Bloomington Jr High School
    • High School District: 87
    • High School: Bloomington High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 87
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Parking Details: Concrete, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
    Location and General Information
    • Front Exposure: South
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee($): 35
    • Master Association Fee: Yes
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Yearly
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
    • Num Of Rooms: 11
    • Bedrooms Total: 5
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors,French Doors,Sliding Doors,Lever Style Door Handles,Panel Door(s),Pocket Door(s),Sliding Glass Door(s)
    • Window Features: Display Window(s),ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows,Insulated Windows,Low Emissivity Windows,Screens,Triple Pane Windows,Wood Frames
    • Community Features: Park, Other
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Unfinished, Bath/Stubbed, Egress Window, 9 ft + pour, Storage Space, Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned, Geothermal, Electric, High Efficiency (SEER 14+)
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 400 Amp or Greater
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
    • Basement Sq Ft: 3625
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Office, Play Room, Other Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Utility Room-2nd Floor, Sun Room
    • Num of Baths: 4.2
    Exterior Features
    • Fencing: Invisible, Fenced
    • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened
    • Type: 1.5 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Humidifier
    • Other Equipment: Intercom
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Lighting
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 1-5 Years
    • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 5191
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 5191
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 8816
    • Main Sq Ft: 3625
    • Upper Sq Ft: 1566
    • Lot Description: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped Professionally, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Open Grnd, Backs to Trees/Woods, Level, Other, Views
    • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    • Lot Dimensions: 123 X 400
    • Zero Lot Line: No
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar, Stone, Limestone
    • Construction: Brick, Cedar, Stone, Limestone
    • Roof Type: Asphalt, Other
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: None
    • Accessibility Features: Accessible Hallway(s)
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
    • Living Area Source: Builder
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 3625
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2020-09-03T16:51:58
    • Photos Count: 53
    • Relist: N
    • Rural: N
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 09-04-2020
    Green Features
    • Green Building Verification Type: Energy Star Homes, Special Energy Feat
    • Green Energy Efficient: Geothermal Heating/Cooling System, Enhanced Air Filtration, Low flow commode
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X15
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X18
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X15
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X13
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X14
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X13
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 17X17
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X24
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 8X11
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 17X18
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 8X9
    Play Room Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Play Room
    • Dimensions: 31X14
    Mud Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    • Dimensions: 12X16
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 14X18
    Bar or Entertainment Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
    • Dimensions: 8X8
    Other Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Other Room
    • Dimensions: 5X11
    Sun Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Sun Room
    • Dimensions: 19X20
    Utility Room 2nd Floor Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Utility Room-2nd Floor
    • Dimensions: 8X11

    Property History for 28 Sunset Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Oct 29, 2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1421764569

    $1,300,000
    Oct 29, 2020

    Sold

    MRED #10845506

    $1,300,000
    Sep 10, 2020

    Pending

    MRED #10845506

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    10/29/2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1421764569

    $1,300,000
    10/29/2020

    Sold

    MRED #10845506

    $1,300,000
    09/10/2020

    Pending

    MRED #10845506

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public Records for 28 Sunset Road

    Taxable ValueLand$70,619Additions$302,781Total$373,400
    Tax Record2025$29,379 ($2,448 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds5Total Finished SqFt9,009 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,309 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,700 SqFtStories2Lot Size50,530 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2014ZoningR1ACountyMCLEANAPN14-34-401-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 28 Sunset Road

    This home is within Bloomington School District 87.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Bent Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Bloomington Jr High School
    Public6 to 8

    Bloomington High School
    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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 28 Sunset Road, Bloomington, IL 61701
    $1,300,000
    5
    8,816
    50,364
    4
    3,659
    48,874
    $425,000
    4
    4
    5,839
    49,963
    3
    4
    3,735
    47,001
    $900,000
    4
    5,922
    48,585
    $262,500
    4
    2,394
    42,013

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