28 Sunset Rd

Bloomington, IL 61701

$1,300,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
8,816 Sq. Ft.
$147 / Sq. Ft.
8,816
Sq. Ft.
$147
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 10/29/20
Closed 10/29/20
a front view of a house with a garden and plants

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!
  1. Listed by Beth Caldwell • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    P: (309)-838-1028 C: (309)-838-1028 BethCaldwellHomes@gmail.com

Sold By BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS

Property Details for 28 Sunset Road

Area
Bloomington
Subdivision
Not Applicable
Township
City of Bloomi
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned, Geothermal, Electric, High Efficiency (SEER 14+)
Num of Interior Fireplaces
3
LISTING UPDATED: 08/03/2025 03:56 AM

Property Details for 28 Sunset Road

StatusClosed
MLS #10845506
Days on Market8
Taxes$24,846 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built2016
Lot Size1.16 AC / 50,364 SF
CountyMcLean County

Location

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Building Information for 28 Sunset Road

Stories-Year Built2016Building Size-Lot Size1.16 AC / 50,364 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,406 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,336

Property Taxes

$2,071

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 28 Sunset Road

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
  • 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

—
Sep 3, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10845506

$1,500,000—
Aug 28, 2013

Sold

MRED #10191190

$360,000—
Apr 23, 2013

Pending

MRED #10191190

—
Mar 31, 2012

Expired

MRED #10222752

$525,900—
Jul 26, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #10222752

$549,900—
Jul 26, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #10191190

$549,900—
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

—
09/03/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10845506

$1,500,000
08/28/2013

Sold

MRED #10191190

$360,000
04/23/2013

Pending

MRED #10191190

—
03/31/2012

Expired

MRED #10222752

$525,900
07/26/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #10222752

$549,900
07/26/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #10191190

$549,900

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

Public Records for 28 Sunset Road

Taxable ValueLand$67,047Additions$287,465Total$354,512
Tax Record2024$28,744 ($2,395 / 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
Bent Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Bloomington Jr High School
Public - 6 to 8
Bloomington High School
Public - 9 to 12
High Road School of Bloomington
Private - 1 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bent Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bloomington Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Bloomington High School
Public9 to 12

High Road School of Bloomington
Private1 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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