704 Bittersweet Ln

Hinsdale, IL 60521

$1,400,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3,403 Sq. Ft.
$411 / Sq. Ft.
3,403
Sq. Ft.
$411
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 2/6/26
Closed 2/6/26

Description

A long private driveway ascends to a French Provincial Property in the coveted Woodlands, forming a courtyard-style approach and a strong sense of arrival. Available for the first time in decades and a unique opportunity to own a piece of Hinsdale's rich architectural history. Beautifully wooded lot spanning 28,344 SQFT, experience true seclusion in a property that is surrounded on all 3 sides by mature trees that create natural privacy on a street with no thru traffic. Ideal location and setting...A long private driveway ascends to a French Provincial Property in the coveted Woodlands, forming a courtyard-style approach and a strong sense of arrival. Available for the first time in decades and a unique opportunity to own a piece of Hinsdale's rich architectural history. Beautifully wooded lot spanning 28,344 SQFT, experience true seclusion in a property that is surrounded on all 3 sides by mature trees that create natural privacy on a street with no thru traffic. Ideal location and setting for building your dream home that can be over 7,500 sqft and set on a picturesque hill. All Brick Ranch home that can be renovated to today's look with a charm that is impossible to duplicate; with custom millwork by designer Helen Buckner, antique chandeliers, high ceilings and exceptional window placement that captures picture perfect views in every direction. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 4 full baths, unfinished basement and 2 car attached garage. Most notably, the sunroom could be called a greenroom with windows all around offering a scenic retreat. Dense natural foliage provides the backdrop, enhancing both beauty and tranquility where each season paints the landscape in new colors. Walk to Blue Ribbon Oak Elementary School, train and town. A rare combination of elevation, views, and natural prominence - a setting of quiet stature and lasting distinction. Survey included in photos.
  1. Listed by Ginny Stewart • Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (630)-738-0077 C: (630)-738-0077 ginny@ginnyhomes.com
  2. Listed by Paige Kelly • Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (630)-935-5551 pstewart@jamesonsir.com

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 704 Bittersweet Lane

Area
Hinsdale
Township
Lyons
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 03/02/2026 03:23 PM

Property Details for 704 Bittersweet Lane

StatusClosed
MLS #12496260
Days on Market93
Taxes$18,151 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1962
Lot Size0.65 AC / 28,314 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 704 Bittersweet Lane

Stories-Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size0.65 AC / 28,314 SF

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Property Information for 704 Bittersweet Lane

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 181
  • Elementary School: Oak Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Hinsdale Middle School
  • High School District: 86
  • High School: Hinsdale Central High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 181
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
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: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Special Millwork
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Interior Stair
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1028
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 2985
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2985
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4013
  • Main Sq Ft: 2506
  • Upper Sq Ft: 479
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Rear of Lot, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 100x217x32x50x132x267
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2651
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1028
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-10-15T16:31:31
  • Photos Count: 20
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 10-20-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 24X14
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: 16X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 18X25
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 4X4
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X14
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 15X13

Property History for 704 Bittersweet Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 13, 2026

Cancelled

MRED #12520629

$1,599,000—
Feb 6, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1929212592

$1,400,000—
Feb 6, 2026

Sold

MRED #12496260

$1,400,000—
Jan 20, 2026

Pending

MRED #12496260

—
Jan 20, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12520629

—
Jan 20, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12496260

—
Nov 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12520629

$1,599,000—
Nov 19, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12496260

$1,599,000—
Oct 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12496260

$1,750,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/13/2026

Cancelled

MRED #12520629

$1,599,000
02/06/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1929212592

$1,400,000
02/06/2026

Sold

MRED #12496260

$1,400,000
01/20/2026

Pending

MRED #12496260

—
01/20/2026

Contingent

MRED #12520629

—
01/20/2026

Contingent

MRED #12496260

—
11/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12520629

$1,599,000
11/19/2025

Price Change

MRED #12496260

$1,599,000
10/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12496260

$1,750,000

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

Public Records for 704 Bittersweet Lane

Taxable ValueLand$38,272Additions$52,727Total$90,999
Tax Record2023$18,151 ($1,513 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,651 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,651 SqFtStories1Lot Size28,350 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961CountyCOOKAPN18-07-300-070

Schools near 704 Bittersweet Lane

This home is within Hinsdale Central Consolidated School District 181.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oak Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Hinsdale Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Hinsdale Central High School
Public - 9 to 12
St. John of the Cross
Private - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Oak Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hinsdale Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hinsdale Central High School
Public9 to 12

St. John of the Cross
PrivateK to 8

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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