1900 Winnetka Avenue
Northfield, IL 60093

Status: Active
Single Family
9 beds
12 baths
24,000 sq.ft
Listing Price: $4,999,999

About this home

Meticulously designed and impeccably maintained, this estate was created in a French Villa style and situated on 1.25 acres. As you enter the gated driveway, you are surrounded by pristine landscaping, manicured lawns, full size tennis court, charming gazebo and mature trees providing additional privacy. Upon entry, a dramatic, two-story foyer features a suspended, curved, floating cherry staircase and marble, inlaid flooring. The foyer divides formal living and dining rooms, setting the scene for a marvelous home for grand scale entertaining. Both rooms have floor-to-ceiling windowed French doors, allowing in natural light and an opportunity to step outside and enjoy the view of the grounds. The kitchen is an entertainer's dream and can accommodate many cooks at one time - ideal for big holiday celebrations or more formal catered events. The center island doubles as a breakfast bar with seating for eight while a second island with sink is ideal for preparation or a buffet. Sub-Zero, Miele, and Wolf appliances (including a Miele built-in steamer and built-in coffee machine), copious cabinet space, granite counters, and a breakfast nook complete the space. Just off the kitchen is an informal great room perfect for relaxing or more casual entertaining. A home office with custom built-ins and two sets of French doors opening onto the patio provides a serene space to work and an impressive place to meet with clients. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level of the home. This graciously sized suite offers coved ceilings, a gas fireplace, and a double-sided dressing room/walk-in closet. The luxurious ensuite bath has limestone finishes, a circular, oversized, jetted tub, steam shower, dual sink vanities, and enjoys natural light from three exposures. Up the stairs on the second floor are six large bedrooms with ensuite baths and abundant storage space, making this home the ideal space for overnight guests to make themselves comfortable. The second level also features a library perfect for studying, and a long balcony overlooking the indoor pool. The heated, indoor pool and spa is located within an atrium with two stories of windows overlooking the backyard and forest preserve. The entertainment possibilities continue in the finished lower level, the ideal space for a home theater, game room, or fitness retreat. Here you will find a "man cave" recreation room, a second kitchen, an exercise room, sauna, two bedrooms, three full baths, steam shower, a sound-proofed music room, and a game/theater room. This home has three laundry rooms (one on each floor). This estate also offers and an attached four-car heated garage. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own this incredible estate. Ideally situated in the desirable Northshore area, residents enjoy access to top-rated schools within Northfield/ New Trier High School district with Loyola High School just around the corner. Located within close proximity to Middlefork Pool & Tennis Club, upscale shopping, dining destinations, and the recreational amenities of downtown Northfield, this location ensures a lifestyle of utmost convenience and luxury. Quick access to major expressways is another added convenience. Get ready to live your best life in this French villa-inspired home surrounded by luxury living at its finest!

Property details

Property / Lot Details
Acreage 1.25
Lot Dimensions 165.97X330
Lot Description Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped
Lot Size 1.0-1.99 Acres
Other Structures Gazebo, Tennis Court(s)
Ownership Fee Simple
Style of House French Provincial
Type Detached 2 Stories
Property Type Detached Single
Interior Features
Additional Rooms Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Library, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Kitchen, Foyer
Appliances Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
Square Feet 24,000
Square Feet Source Builder
Basement Description Finished
Bath Amenities Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Basement Bathrooms Yes
Basement Full ,English
Bedrooms Count 9
Bedrooms Possible 9
Dining Separate
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
Fireplace Location Family Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Other
Fireplace Count 4
Baths FULL Count 11
Baths Count 13
Baths Half Count 2
Interior Property Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hot Tub, First Floor Bedroom, Pool Indoors
LaundryFeatures In Unit
Total Rooms 17
Rooms
room 1
Type Bedroom 5
Level Second
Dimensions 18X16
Flooring Carpet
room 2
Type Bedroom 6
Level Second
Dimensions 19X16
room 3
Type Bedroom 7
Level Second
Dimensions 29X23
Flooring Carpet
room 4
Type Bedroom 8
Level Lower
Dimensions 16X24
Flooring Carpet
room 5
Type Bedroom 9
Level Lower
Dimensions 13X22
room 6
Type Library
Level Second
Dimensions 22X28
Flooring Hardwood
room 7
Type Recreation Room
Level Lower
Dimensions 25X31
Flooring Carpet
room 8
Type Exercise Room
Level Lower
Dimensions 23X28
Flooring Other
room 9
Type Kitchen- 2nd
Level Lower
Dimensions 19X25
room 10
Type Foyer
Level Main
Dimensions 22X28
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 15X22
Flooring Carpet
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 16X22
Flooring Carpet
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level Second
Dimensions 19X21
Flooring Carpet
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 18X25
Flooring Hardwood
room 15
Type Family Room
Level Main
Dimensions 22X28
Flooring Hardwood
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 25X24
Flooring Ceramic Tile
Type Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Walk-in, Breakfast Room
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Main
Dimensions 16X6
Flooring Ceramic Tile
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 20X25
Flooring Hardwood
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Main
Dimensions 31X21
Flooring Hardwood
Bath Full
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Additional Media Type 1 Video
Additional Media URL 1 External link
Age 16-20 Years
Approx Year Built 2008
Parking Total 4
Driveway Brick,Circular
Exterior Building Type Stone
Exterior Property Features Balcony ,Patio
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Garage Details Heated
Parking On-Site Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Garage Type Attached
Parking Spaces Count 4
Parking Garage
Roof Type Slate
Virtual Tour (Unbranded) External link
MRD Virtual Tour None
Virtual Tour Date 05/21/2024 12:21 pm
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Central Air, Zoned
CommunityFeatures Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Area Major Northfield
Corporate Limits Northfield
Directions Winnetka Ave west of Hibbard
Electricity 200+ Amp Service
Equipment Central Vacuum, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Elementary School Middlefork Primary School
Elementary Sch Dist 29
Heat/Fuel Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
High Sch New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
High Sch Dist 203
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Jr High/Middle School Sunset Ridge Elementary School
Jr High/Middle Dist 29
Township Northfield

Financials

Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Frequency Not Applicable
Master Association Fee No
Assessment Includes None
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 04252000580000
Special Assessments U
Taxes $102,040
Tax Exemptions None
Tax Year 2022
$4,999,999 Listing Price:
MLS # 12058374
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 29 days
Basement Full ,English
Type Detached 2 Stories
Parking Garage
List Date 05/20/2024
Year Built 2008
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