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850 Bell Lane

Winnetka, IL 60093

4 beds
5 baths
4,521 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$376 per sqft
1976 build
– on site

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Gloriously set on a sensational half acre lot with the beautiful natural backdrop of Bell Woods & the Winnetka golf course in the distance, this private sanctuary is all about tranquil living. A custom home with a flexible floor plan lends to many options making this a unique opportunity as there is a huge office & full bath on main level that can easily be a first floor primary suite! Soaring ceilings & wide foyer entrance opens to a huge entertaining space combining the dining and great room. This sun drenched space leads to a fabulous 3 seasons room with panoramic views of organic grounds, vegetable garden and wildflowers. Expansive chef's kitchen is a second gathering space with ideal huge island with seating and separate area for breakfast table or sitting area option outfitted with cozy corner fireplace. With a wall of continuous windows and sliding doors to the outside, enjoying nature 365 days of the year is at your fingertips. All s/s appliances, 2 dishwashers and ample cabinetry elevate this space for any chef! Laundry off kitchen with mudroom leads to powder rm & attached 2 car garage. Wonderful office off foyer equipped for 2 people to work from with full bath off hallway. Second floor leads first to a huge family room with vaulted beamed ceilings & built ins. Wake up to enjoy the views of the prairie grounds from the primary suite balcony. Large crisp white tiled bath with separate shower and tub, dual vanities & walk in closets makes this space ideal. 2 more beds with sensational views with en-suite baths. One smaller 4th bed that could be an office as well. There is so much potential to customize this to a whole new level of luxury living as the space is amazing, perched high on a private corner lot and the grounds are organically magical. This special home shines with owner pride as it has been meticulously maintained and cared for....its time to elevate beauty to a new level as it's loaded with potential and is move in ready too!

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12128384 —

The Building

Year Built:

1976
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

None
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Screened Patio
Window Features:

Blinds,Screens
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Electric
Living Area Source:

Other

Interior

Room Type:

Screened Porch, Office
Rooms Total:

9
Interior Features:

Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Some Carpeting, Some Window Treatment, Granite Counters
Door Features:

Sliding Doors,Sliding Glass Door(s)
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Gas Log, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Living Room,Kitchen
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

4521

Location

Directions:

Tower Road West of Hibbard; South to House
Location:

4459
Location:

4459

The Property

Parcel Number:

05184020820000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods
Lot Size Dimensions:

158X159X112X171
Lot Size Acres:

0.502
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

27062.64

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Cooling:

Central Air, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood

Schools

Elementary School:

Hubbard Woods Elementary School
Elementary School District:

36
Middle Or Junior School:

Carleton W Washburne School
Middle Or Junior School District:

36
High School:

New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
High School District:

203

The Community

Community Features:

Curbs, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

7
Parking Features:

Driveway
Parking Onsite:

Yes
Parking Ownership:

Owned
Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

None

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/28/24 Oct 28, 2024	Sold	MRED	$1,700,000	6.3%
8/20/24 Aug 20, 2024	Pending	MRED	$1,599,900
8/8/24 Aug 8, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$1,599,900

House Sold on 10/28/2024

$1,700,000

Listing provided by broker:

Jena Radnay

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

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850 Bell Lane

Winnetka, IL 60093