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$1,700,000
9 Days On Site

478 Sunset Road
Winnetka, IL 60093

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
4
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,364
SqFt
$505
/SqFt
1937
Built
County:
Cook
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They don't build them like this anymore, but they should! This solidly built custom Hemphill home is ideally located in sought-after East Winnetka and offers timeless character, quality craftsmanship, and thoughtful updates. Built in 1936 with exceptional materials and lovingly maintained by only two owners, this home combines classic elegance with modern comfort. The spacious living room features decorative plaster crown molding, a gas-log fireplace, and built-in cabinetry, while the formal dining room showcases equally impressive molding and elegant wainscoting. The kitchen is appointed with high-end appliances, beautiful wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and an eating area. A welcoming family room overlooks the expansive fenced backyard and slate patio. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms each offer walk-in closets. The second level also includes an updated primary bath, a hall bath, and an en-suite bath, along with a large cedar closet and a deck overlooking the backyard. The basement offers exceptional additional space with four separate rooms: a recreation room with wood-burning fireplace, a work/hobby room, a "canning"/storage room, and a utility area with laundry. Direct access to the oversized attached two-car garage adds convenience. Set on a wide lot, 478 Sunset offers a wonderful floor plan just a few blocks from parks, schools, beaches, the train, and more.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,700,000
Days On Site 
9 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,364 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.27 Acres
Year Built 
1937
MLS® Number 
12629591
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$28,469.99
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
5 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
5 days agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
a week agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.27
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
Heated GarageGarageAttached
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
3364
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherWasherDryerDisposalRange HoodWater Softener
Basement 
Partially FinishedStorage SpaceFullWalk-Out Access
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomWood BurningGas Log
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural Gas
Interior 
Entrance FoyerBuilt-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)
Balcony/Porch/Lanai 
Dimensions - 17X12Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 15X14Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 15X13Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 16X12Level - Second
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 15X14Level - Main
Eating Area 
Dimensions - 12X9Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 18X11Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 6X5Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 14X10Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space
Laundry 
Living Room 
Dimensions - 25X15Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 23X13Level - Second
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 24X15Level - Basement
Storage 
Dimensions - 12X6Level - Basement
Utility Room-Lower Level 
Dimensions - 25X14Level - Basement
Work Room 
Dimensions - 25X13Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stone
Exterior 
Balcony
Other Structures 
Workshop
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatio
Roof 
Slate
Community Features
MLS Area 
Winnetka
School District 
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Township 
New Trier
Schools
School District
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Elementary School
Greeley Elementary School
Middle School
The Skokie School
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate



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