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265 Dickens Street, Northfield, IL 60093

$1,625,000
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BEDS5 BATHS4 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET3,561 MLS#12574456
STATUSActive PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SCHOOLDistrict 203

Property Description

STUNNING EXPANDED HOME in Prime Northfield Location in award winning Sunset Ridge School District! Welcome to 265 Dickens Street, an exceptional 5 bed/4.1 bath residence that has been thoughtfully expanded and meticulously upgraded to deliver luxury, comfort, and extraordinary functionality. The RARE double lot home, originally purchased in 2002 and transformed through a major renovation in 2006 by J&B Construction (Josh Dolby & Brian Anderson), offers a rare combination of craftsmanship, scale, and modern amenities across all levels. MAIN LEVEL - Open, Bright & Designed for Entertaining - The first floor features an expansive circular flow, ideal for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. The living room is cozy and adjacent to a larger front porch, perfect for star gazing and conversations. The heart of the home is the impressive 25 x 25 family room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace and windows that frame beautiful views of the landscaped backyard. The recently renovated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances is perfectly equipped and generously sized for culinary creating. It opens to the family room, with bar seating creating the perfect dialogue between spaces. The dining room was extended several feet during the renovation to enhance functionality and gathering space and features a custom built in bar, perfect for serving and entertaining. Multiple access points lead to the home's rear porches and terraced patio, allowing seamless indoor-outdoor living. A spacious mudroom-complete with cubbies, dog shower, and an additional main level laundry area-connects to the expanded three car tandem garage. SECOND FLOOR - Exceptional Bedroom Layout & Luxury Primary Suite - The second level offers a well-designed layout for comfort and convenience. The primary suite, built above the entire extended garage footprint, is a serene retreat featuring large sitting area with fireplace, beverage bar and refrigerator, elegant spa bathroom with Steam shower and jacuzzi tub, and custom walk-in closet. The remainder of the second floor includes three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a highly convenient second-floor laundry room. Lower Level - Full Second Living Space-The spacious basement offers high ceilings and abundant flexibility, featuring a separate full kitchen, large recreation room, dedicated workout room, utility and mechanical rooms, plus endless storage spaces and built-in cabinetry. This level is ideal for entertaining, extended-stay guests, hobby needs, or multi-generational living. OUTDOOR LIVING - Beautifully Designed & Built for Enjoyment - Multiple porches extend from the great room, mudroom, and dining room, creating inviting spaces to relax. The professionally designed outdoor area includes a terraced patio with outdoor fireplace and sitting walls that enhance both beauty and function; a large, fully fenced private yard ideal for gatherings plus a charming covered front porch adds to the home's cur

265 Dickens Street | MLS# 12574456

This single family home located at 265 Dickens Street, Northfield, IL 60093 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,625,000. This property was built in 1950 and has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 3561 sq. ft. Dickens Street is located within the District 203 school district. Search Northfield real estate on dwilliams.gogambino.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Finished, Full
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 2
Garage: 3
Heating: Natural Gas
Lot Size: 6,000
Taxes: $20,685
Year Built: 1950

Amenities

Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Dry Bar
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Open Floorplan
Separate Dining Room

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Bedroom 5,Attic, Recreation Room, Workshop, Kitchen, Mud Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Walk In Closet
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink
Days on Site: 14
Dining Room: Separate
Exterior: Vinyl Siding, Brick, Cedar
Fireplace: Electric, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Master Bedroom
Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level, Multiple Locations
Lot Dimensions: 6000
Parcel#: 04244090070000
Parking: Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Sewer: Storm Sewer
Total Rooms: 13
Township: Northfield
Water: Public

Room Sizes

Bedroom 5: 12X11
Attic: 39X25
Recreation Room: 25X24
Work Room: 25X14
Kitchen- 2nd: 8X8
Mud Room: 15X10
Storage: 17X16
Walk In Closet: 10X8
Bedroom 2: 15X12
Bedroom 3: 14X10
Bedroom 4: 15X15
Dining Room: 20X14
Family Room: 25X25
Kitchen: 18X15
Laundry: 11X7
Living Room: 23X14
Primary Bedroom: 21X20

Local Schools

High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
School District: District 203

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Agency Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agency Phone: 847-881-0200

Shown By

Agent Name: Dale Williams
Agent Phone: Cell: (815) 519-2243
Agency Title: Gambino Realtors

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