38W643 Bittersweet Lane — Elgin, IL 60124
Active Under Contract
Elgin, IL 60124

38W643 Bittersweet Lane

$555,500
3 beds · 3 baths · 4,274 sqft
Listed at $555,500 5 days on market $9,350/yr taxes
01About this home

St Charles, D303 Schools | Luxury 1-Acre| Heated Garage | finished basement | Pond & Patio setting | 3 beds | 2.1 baths | 4,274 square feet | Heated Sunroom | | 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.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$555,500
List price
4,274
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
2 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1979
Year built
40055.00 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$9,350
Annual taxes
Cape Cod
Style
5
Days on market
04Features
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 GarageGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Vinyl SidingStone
Equipment
Water-Softener OwnedSecurity SystemCeiling Fan(s)Sump PumpRadon Mitigation SystemElectronic Air Filters
Sewer
Septic Tank
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Ferson Creek Elementary School
Elgin, IL
📍2.7 mi🚗7 min🚶66 min
M Middle school
Thompson Middle School
Elgin, IL
📍6.3 mi🚗16 min
H High school
St Charles North High School
Elgin, IL
📍4.2 mi🚗11 min
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
  • Tournament Drive Park 0.7 mi
  • Cranston Meadows Park 0.9 mi
  • Thornwood Grove Park 1.2 mi
  • Robin Glen Park 1.4 mi
  • Waterford Entry Park 1.5 mi
  • Corron Park 1.5 mi
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 14, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
$555,500
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago · Stephanie Albanese · 773-996-1608
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12648732
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