Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,500 sqft$393/sqft
479 Sunset Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
Single FamilyProperty Type
9,570 sq ftLot Size
$393/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Stunning new construction like living flawlessly executed inside this elegant, French chateau-like beauty with timeless old-world craftsmanship in a premier East Winnetka location. Gracious center entry with hanging lantern sets the tone as you enter the picture-perfect blue door to discover a beautifully rehabbed home that is exactly what you want for today's living. All done in 2017 with an open circular floor plan, extensive custom built-ins, and designer fine finishes. Stunning White Chefs kitchen...Stunning new construction like living flawlessly executed inside this elegant, French chateau-like beauty with timeless old-world craftsmanship in a premier East Winnetka location. Gracious center entry with hanging lantern sets the tone as you enter the picture-perfect blue door to discover a beautifully rehabbed home that is exactly what you want for today's living. All done in 2017 with an open circular floor plan, extensive custom built-ins, and designer fine finishes. Stunning White Chefs kitchen at the heart of the home; quartz countertops, S/S appliances, island w/ breakfast bar seating and prep sink, all opening to large family room w/ fireplace and breakfast room overlooking entertaining deck and yard. Perfectly scaled formal living and dining room open to reception foyer with arched casing and beautiful millwork. 2nd level with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms including oversized master suite with office/sitting room, walkthrough His & Her closet, and white marble bath with soaking tub and dual vanities. 3 other family sized bedrooms; one with an ensuite and two sharing Jack and Jill bathroom with dual vanities. Fully finished dugout basement with huge rec room, wet bar, 2nd laundry, 5th bed and full bath. Awesome oversized backyard with electric gate and 2.5 car detached garage. Don't miss this move in ready home set on a tree-lined street name for it's friendly nature " "The Sunset Boulevard". 4 blocks Greeley, 3 blocks to New Trier, 7 blocks to beach, parks, and 4 blocks to train. I think you can catch the drift..... incredible house in and incredible A Plus location. A true option for city lovers! Live TOUCH-LESS or VIRTUAL walkthrough showings available! Easy to show!

    Sold By @properties

    Listing closed: 07/28/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10752153

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $1,650,000

    Avg days on market

    23

    Sale-to-list ratio

    101.9%

    Winnetka, IL

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    Property Information for 479 Sunset Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $22,477 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Cook County
    • Area: Winnetka
    • Township: New Trier
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.5
    • Num Of Cars: 2.5
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 3
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, 2+ Sep Heating Systems
    • Architectural Style: Mediter./Spanish
    Building Information
    • Lot Size: 0.22 AC / 9,570 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 36
    • Elementary School: Greeley Elementary School
    • Jr High Middle School: Carleton W Washburne School
    • High School District: 203
    • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 36
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), 7 Foot or more high garage door
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Detached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors
    • Num Of Rooms: 12
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
    • Community Features: Park, Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
    • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 5
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Finished
    • Basement Sq Ft: 0
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Play Room, Mud Room
    • Num of Baths: 4.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Other
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
    • Other Equipment: Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler-Lawn
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Storms/Screens
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2017
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: Unknown
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 57 X 167
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Asphalt
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • Roof Type: Tile
    • General Information: None
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 2
    • Document Date: 2020-06-18T20:01:26
    • Photos Count: 52
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 06-18-2020
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Master Bedroom Size: 31X16
    • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 2nd Bedroom Size: 11X16
    • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 3rd Bedroom Size: 11X17
    • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 4th Bedroom Size: 11X10
    • 4th Bedroom Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    Bedroom #5 Information
    • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bedroom 5
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Size: 11X19
    • Dining Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Family Room Size: 20X22
    • Family Room Window Treatments: Shades
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space,Island
    • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
    • Kitchen Size: 11X16
    • Kitchen Window Treatments: Shades
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Second
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Flooring: Other
    • Laundry Size: 5X7
    • Laundry Window Treatments: None
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Size: 11X19
    • Living Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Wood Laminate
    • Addtl Room 1 Size: 11X16
    • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: None
    Additional Room #2 Information
    • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
    • Addtl Room 2 Size: 11X8
    • Addtl Room 2 Window Treatments: None
    Additional Room #3 Information
    • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Carpet
    • Addtl Room 3 Size: 30X20
    • Addtl Room 3 Window Treatments: None
    Additional Room #4 Information
    • Addtl Room 4 Flooring: Wood Laminate
    • Addtl Room 4 Size: 16X20
    • Addtl Room 4 Window Treatments: None
    Additional Room #5 Information
    • Addtl Room 5 Flooring: Wood Laminate
    • Addtl Room 5 Size: 7X9
    • Addtl Room 5 Window Treatments: None
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    Play Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Play Room
    Mud Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room

    Property History for 479 Sunset Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jul 28, 2020

    Sold

    MRED #10752153

    $1,375,000
    Jul 25, 2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #684378775

    $1,375,000

    +2.9% / yr

    Jun 23, 2020

    Pending

    MRED #10752153

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    07/28/2020

    Sold

    MRED #10752153

    $1,375,000
    07/25/2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #684378775

    $1,375,000

    +2.9% / yr

    06/23/2020

    Pending

    MRED #10752153

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

    Public Records for 479 Sunset Road

    Taxable ValueLand$25,839Additions$96,102Total$121,941
    Tax Record2023$19,370 ($1,614 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,264 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,264 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,570 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1921Year Renovated1921CountyCOOKAPN05-21-318-010-0000

    Schools near 479 Sunset Road

    This home is within Winnetka School District 36.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 4
    Public - 5 to 6
    Public - 7 to 8
    Public - 9
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Greeley Elementary School
    PublicK to 4

    The Skokie School
    Public5 to 6

    Carleton W Washburne School
    Public7 to 8

    New Trier Township H S Northfield
    Public9

    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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    This home: 479 Sunset Road, Winnetka, IL 60093
    $1,375,000
    5
    3,500
    9,570
    $2,825,000
    5
    4,853
    13,068
    4
    2,296
    8,250
    $2,100,000
    6
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    9,900
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    5,000
    10,454
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    9,600

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