438 Birch Street, Winnetka IL 60093
Property Description
Exceptional newer construction in an A+ Tree Streets location, this French Provincial-inspired brick and limestone home offers approximately 5,000 square feet of beautifully finished living space, an outstanding floor plan and an extraordinary level of care and maintenance. Built in 2012, this 5-bedroom, 4.1-bath home is ideally located just moments from schools, parks, the train, restaurants, shopping and downtown Winnetka. A gracious center-entry floor plan features formal living and dining rooms and a handsome custom library with coffered ceiling and custom built-ins. At the heart of the home, the gourmet eat-in kitchen features high-end appliances and an oversized island and opens seamlessly to the spacious family room with fireplace and beautiful backyard views. A generous mudroom completes the main level. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite offers two walk-in closets and a spa-like bath with heated floors. Three additional bedrooms, two full baths and second-floor laundry complete the upper level. The fully finished lower level features radiant-heated floors and offers a fifth bedroom and full bath, recreation area, bar with beverage and wine refrigeration, dedicated exercise room with gym flooring and mirrored wall, and theater area with HD projector, 110-inch screen and surround sound. The expansive backyard is designed for seamless outdoor living and entertaining, with a large paver patio and outdoor kitchen featuring a gas grill and refrigerator, surrounded by mature landscaping. The entire property is enhanced by a fully zoned irrigation system and landscape lighting throughout the front, side and rear yards. A detached two-car garage and concrete driveway provide additional convenience and functionality. Meticulously maintained and continually enhanced, the home offers an extensive list of meaningful improvements. An exceptional combination of newer construction, timeless architecture, incredible functionality and a premier location in the heart of Winnetka.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $2,749,900
- Property Taxes $38,598
- Square Feet 0
- Year Built 2012
- Status Contingent
- Market Time 6
Rooms
- Total Rooms 13
- Number of Bedrooms 4
- Number of Bathrooms 4.1
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Primary Bedroom
- Room Size 17X16
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
- Primary Bathroom Full,Double Sink,Tub & Separate Shwr
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 15X12
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 15X12
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 17X10
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
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Bedroom 5
- Room Size 15X12
- Floor Level Basement
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Living Room
- Room Size 17X16
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Family Room
- Room Size 22X16
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Dining Room
- Room Size 14X13
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 17X10
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
Additional Rooms
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Office
- Room Size 14X13
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Exercise Room
- Room Size 16X15
- Floor Level Basement
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Recreation Room
- Room Size 27X25
- Floor Level Basement
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Mud Room
- Room Size 10X9
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Tile
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Breakfast Room
- Room Size 10X9
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Laundry
- Room Size 11X6
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Tile
Interior Features
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Appliances
- Appliances Included Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
- Air Conditioning Central Air
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Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 3
- Type of Fireplace Family Room, Living Room, Basement
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 11-15 Years
- Exposure North,South,East
- Recent Rehab No
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Parking
- # of Cars 2
Location
- County Cook
- Township New Trier
- Corporate Limits Winnetka
- Directions to Property Willow To Birch, North On Birch, Sw Corner Of Birch And Cherry
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Schools
- Elementary School District 36
- Junior High District 36
- High School District: 203
- School Name New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
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Property Taxes
- Tax 38597.64
- Tax Year 2025
- Tax Exemptions Homeowner
- Parcel Identification Number 05202200220000
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Lot Information
- Lot Size Less Than .25 Acre
Listed by Stacy Burgoon for Compass | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
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