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38W643 Bittersweet Lane

Elgin, IL 60124
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$555,500
3beds
2.5baths
4,274sqft
40055acres
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About this home

St Charles, D303 Schools | Luxury 1-Acre| finished basement | Pond & Patio setting | 3 beds | 2.1 baths | 4,274 square feet |Heated Sunroom | Near St. Charles & Geneva | Sub-Zero & KitchenAid appliances 38W643 Bittersweet Ln, Elgin, IL is a rare, design-driven expression of private living within the sought-after St. Charles D303 school district. This expanded Cape Cod offers approx. 4,274 SF of refined craftsmanship and layered warmth. The chef's kitchen features Hickory cabinetry and is fully appointed with Sub-Zero French door refrigeration, dual-zone under-counter wine fridge, KitchenAid Architect Series 6-burner cooktop, double ovens with proofing, quartz countertops, integrated prep station, and Lutron smart lighting throughout the main living areas. A heated sunroom with radiant floors and multi-speed gyro fan extends year-round living, overlooking the wooded landscape, Wisconsin Chilton patio, and a tranquil blue ironstone pond with waterfall feature. Interior character is defined by a gas fireplace, pine-board ceilings, and hardwood floors, creating depth and architectural texture throughout. The primary suite is a private retreat featuring a porcelain gas-burning stove/fireplace, built-in niches, and mini-fridge within the sitting area. Ensuite bath includes standing shower and separate soaking tub. The finished lower level with furnace equipped with AprilAire and UV light enhances air quality and system efficiency. Additional upgrades include whole-house filtration, reverse osmosis water system, and enhanced mechanicals for long-term comfort and performance. Exterior living features illuminated walkways and deep natural privacy, delivering an estate-like setting seldom found in this corridor. A fully finished detached flex structure (approx. 14x12), fully heated and air-conditioned, provides rare versatility for studio, office, or creative use. The property's location provides quick access to downtown St. Charles and Geneva, offering boutique shopping, riverfront dining, and convenient access to I-90 for commuting. Blending luxury finishes, modern systems, and a highly sought-after school district location, this home delivers a rare opportunity in one of the Fox Valley region's most desirable residential areas.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built1979
Age band41-50 Years
Bathrooms2 full + 1 half
Garage spaces2
Total parking2
Fireplaces2
Lot size40055 acres
Lot dimensions190.9 x 235 x 162.4 x 233.9
SubdivisionMitawa
AreaElgin
Architectural styleCape Cod
Bedrooms (total)3
Annual tax$9,350
First listedMay 14, 2026
Parcel #0631152003
CountyKane
MLS #MRD12648732
Days on market1
Photos47

Schools

ElementaryFerson Creek Elementary School
Middle / JuniorThompson Middle School
High schoolSt Charles North High School

Features

Heating
Natural GasRadiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Double OvenMicrowaveHigh End RefrigeratorBar FridgeDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorCooktopOvenRange HoodWater PurifierWater Purifier OwnedWater SoftenerWater Softener OwnedGas CooktopGas OvenHumidifier
Parking
AsphaltHeated GarageYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Vinyl SidingStone
Lot features
Irregular Lot
Patio / porch
Patio
Other equipment
Water-Softener OwnedSecurity SystemCeiling Fan(s)Sump PumpRadon Mitigation SystemElectronic Air Filters
Sewer
Septic Tank
Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Stephanie Albanese · 773-996-1608

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 5/14/2026, 10:36:53 PM. All data should be independently verified.

$555,500
3 bd · 3 ba · 4,274 sqft
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