7541 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
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SOLD
SEP 15, 2026

$791,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 7 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,078 sqft (on 0.36 acres)

7541 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031

Est. Refi. Payment $5,987/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 15, 2026 for $775,000 (3% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$792K
Since last month
Decreased$20K (-2.5%)
Since last year
Increased$34K (+4.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$17K (+2.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +49% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$792K
August 2026$791K
July 2026$812K
June 2026$806K
May 2026$770K
April 2026$769K
March 2026$758K
February 2026$738K
January 2026$731K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
833 Blackberry Ct, Gurnee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$789,000
04/09/26
4
4.5
5,384
7509 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$685,000
10/09/25
4
3.5
3,749
7488 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$680,000
10/01/25
4
3.5
3,232
1107 Vineyard Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$775,000
06/05/26
4
3.5
4,492
7493 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$675,000
12/01/25
5
2.5
3,011
1065 Vineyard Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$730,000
06/11/26
4
3.5
3,199
1168 Vineyard Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$675,000
02/27/26
5
3.5
3,733
767 Aster Dr, Gurnee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$605,500
04/02/26
5
4
3,114
597 Treetop Ln, Gurnee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$560,000
03/20/26
5
3.5
3,220

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
7572 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.07
$705,200
4
3.5
4,801
Off Market
833 Blackberry Ct, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.05
$789,000
4
4.5
5,384
Recently Sold
7509 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.07
$731,400
4
3.5
3,749
Off Market
7592 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.10
$686,500
5
4.5
3,322
Off Market
7493 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.10
$675,000
5
2.5
3,011
Recently Sold
7488 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.12
$708,000
4
3.5
3,232
Off Market
981 Vineyard Dr #72, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.14
-
-
-
-
Off Market
7624 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.14
$725,700
4
3.5
2,410
Off Market
7480 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.13
$651,600
4
3
3,197
Off Market
7605 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.14
$724,000
5
3.5
3,418
Off Market
7613 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
0.16
$704,400
4
2.5
4,007
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1996
0.36 acre lot
5,078 sqft
$153/sqft
3 Car Garage

About this House

There are homes that just check the boxes and then there are homes that take your breath away to let you know you have arrived. Tucked away in the Bittersweet Woods community, this is a home that was designed not just to be lived in, but to be loved. Surrounded by mature landscaping, thoughtfully illuminated pathways, and the quiet beauty of one of Gurnee's most peaceful neighborhoods, this extraordinary residence offers the rare combination of luxury, warmth, and space for every chapter of life. Step through the front door and you'll immediately notice the craftsmanship: Rich hardwood flooring flows throughout the first and second levels, while elegant crown molding, and beautiful architectural transitions create an atmosphere that feels both refined and welcoming. Natural light pours through the home, highlighting an open floor plan that effortlessly connects you with your guests. At the heart of the home, the stunning kitchen was designed for gathering. Whether you're hosting holiday celebrations, preparing Sunday breakfast, or enjoying a quiet cup of coffee before the day begins, this space invites connection. Illuminated display cabinetry adds a custom touch, while double ovens, abundant workspace, and updated appliances make entertaining feel effortless. The main level offers the perfect balance of elegance and functionality. A private office provides a peaceful place to work or create, a convenient powder room, while the formal dining room stands ready for memorable dinners and celebrations. Nearby, the warm glow of the gas fireplace creates a natural gathering place where conversations linger long after the day is done. On the 2nd floor, five spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms provide room for everyone to spread out comfortably. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat at day's end, while a secondary bedroom with impressive built-in shelving and a private attached bathroom creates the perfect guest suite or private sanctuary for other household members. Yet the home continues to surprise. A finished third floor offers endless possibilities. With an additional bedroom and entertainment space, it becomes a retreat all its own. The recently finished basement transforms everyday living into something exceptional. Gather friends for movie nights in the media room, host game-day celebrations around the wet bar, or relax beside the radiant fireplace on a cold winter evening. Complete with an additional bedroom, full bathroom, recreation space, egress window, and secondary laundry hookup, the lower level offers flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, or entertaining on a grand scale. Outside, the backyard feels like a private resort. Imagine summer evenings beneath the pergola, conversations around the built-in gas fire pit, and weekends spent entertaining under the glow of professionally installed landscape lighting. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create an outdoor space that is as beautiful as it is functional. The home's extensive updates provide peace of mind, including a full backyard drainage system installed in 2020, a 2018 roof and dormers replacement, fresh paint throughout, recently serviced dual furnaces and air conditioning systems, an invisible pet fence, ADT security system, and a three-car garage complete with Tesla charging capability. What makes 7541 Bittersweet Drive truly special isn't simply the impressive square footage, the seven bedrooms, several full bathrooms, or the countless upgrades throughout. It's the feeling this home creates. The holiday gatherings. The movie nights. The backyard celebrations. The quiet mornings and unforgettable milestones. This is more than a home. It's the backdrop for a life well lived.
7541 Bittersweet Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031 is a 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,078 sqft single-family home built in 1996. It last sold for $775,000 on Sep 15, 2026 (3% below the $799,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $791,700, with a rent estimate of $5,171/month.
Last check for updates: 26 minutes ago
Listed by Jamie Hering, CSC, (847) 345-2668
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Diane Kuhfuss, Keller Williams North Shore West
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12738318

Home Details for 7541 Bittersweet Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 18Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Play Room, Recreation RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5078 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)DishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, ScreenedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1996
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: CedarNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 07184030270000Model Home Type: CUSTOM

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $799,000Price Per Sqft: $153/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Aug 29 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: GurneeCommunity: Bittersweet Woods
School Information
Elementary School: Woodland Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 50Jr High / Middle School: Woodland Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 50High School: Warren Township High SchoolHigh School District: 121

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: CUSTOM

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.36 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12738318Attribution Contact: (847) 345-2668

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 15, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12738318
Sold
$775,000
Aug 31, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12738318
Contingent
$799,000
Aug 20, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12738318
Listed For Sale
$799,000
Aug 20, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12665558
ListingRemoved
$815,000
Jul 23, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12665558
Contingent
$815,000

Market trends in Gurnee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$366K
$13.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.4%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$201
$5MoM
Available listings
107
24MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Gurnee

At least 305 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Grafxgoddess
    "Dog friendly I suppose. What? Cats?"
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Gurnee, Illinois is a great place to raise a family. Very close to the border of Wisconsin, for lower price gasoline, groceries and clothing. The forest preserves .offer awesome trails, fishing and non-motorized boating."
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Commuting to another northern suburb is not an issue, especially if you are traveling north and south. It’s very easy access to interstate/tollway to both southeast Wisconsin and south Lake / northern Cook county. It’s a great place to live."
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Gurnee Days, holiday train, beer fest and local shopping. We also have Gurnee Mills shopping, Six Flags Great America for summer and fall activities as well as indoor water park."
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  • Joya Ekworomadu
    "This neighborhood is very family-oriented. And has a sense of pride. Really integral, safe, and fun place to raise a family."
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  • andrea l hinojosa
    "There’s dogs in our neighborhood. We also have a dog park near by. Dog owners would be totally comfortable. "
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Clean and safe neighborhoods. Also lots of options for eating out and close to our neighboring state, Wisconsin. And……Great America…fun …fun….fun. That’s it!"
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  • Debra Rottweiler
    "Great schools, neighborhood and neighbors. Good schools. There are several fast food places. Not many “good” sit down places. We usually go to Vernon Hills or Grayslake."
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  • Paula Knutel
    "We have lots of dogs in the neighborhood. We see each other in the neighborhood or neighborhood parks when we are out walking "
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  • Alexis Honey
    "There are a good amount of children in the area, and outside of the busy streets it’s relatively safe!"
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  • Paula K.
    "Lots of dogs in our neighborhood. Very dog friendly. Walking path through two little parks. Doggy waste bags available at each park."
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  • Shelkey.kick
    "Quite area for the most part. Parents need to watch there teenagers better, that they are not trying to burn down the trees have left! Lovely dog with questionable owners what don’t have them leashed at night while coyotes are out there just waiting."
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  • Sandy M.
    "it's a great area for kids as the park is down the street. everyone is very friendly and neighbors look out for each other "
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  • Kdr220721
    "Quick access to the highway, also not terribly far from multiple train stations that can take you all the way to union station"
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  • Martin W.
    "Their are many parks and sidewalks in Gurnee. Also their are lots of local pet’s businesses in the local area."
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  • Rachael R.
    "Easy access to troll ways. A lot of food options. Not walkable ."
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  • Smirna R.
    "Very peaceful are, I relocated the this area from Florida and I find it very comfortable living here.#Guenee.IL"
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  • Rhonda M.
    "Gurnee is a good community. Good schools, library, ans shopping. I do wish we had more of a downtown area."
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  • Strakusek
    "Lived here for 30 plus years. Awesome! Great people. Close to shopping. Very safe. Great schooos. A perfect place to raise a family. "
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  • Ashduffy8707
    "There’s a six flags and a big mall. U have to drive everywhere. There’s a lot of hotels. There’s a lot of shopping areas."
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  • Gloria
    "friendly place during the day but the park can be over whelming when dark comes with random people that dont live by you"
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  • Shannon I.
    "Trick or treating, parks, bike riding, trails, kayaking... we have great neighbors here who we love very much"
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  • Cindy L.
    "Gurnee mills mall and the convenient commute to great America ... so that’s what is special about the Gurnee community "
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  • Cindy L.
    "Nothing spectacular because where I live is by the mall and six flags ... so those are your community spots "
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  • Renee F.
    "There are trails close by and some of the people are friendly when it comes to you being out with your dog"
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  • Kelley A.
    "I have lived in Gurnee for quite some time and it really is a nice place to live. The schools are great, the neighborhoods are clean and the people are kind. "
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  • Tobar1970
    "Crimes perpetrated in the neighborhood and what kind of crimes have been committed. School and how they rank in educational standards. "
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  • Roger L.
    "Live in this area for 15 years, it is safe, clean and I love it, recommend it as a nice place to live. I never experienced any problems in this neighborhood."
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  • Efinnelly
    "Friendly neighbors, walk to the park, community events, holiday cheer, well kept yards, kids riding bikes, buses, great schools"
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  • Chicagofinnest
    "Gurnee days and that the streets are clean and the neighborhood is very nice and clean and the neighbors are all nice and friendly "
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  • Efinnelly
    "Music in the park Farmers markets Gurnee Days Vacation Bible School Sledding Trick or Treating Dog Parks "
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  • Jaz K.
    "There are many areas to walk a dog. Sidewalks, grass, parks. Nice area for walking dogs. Neighborhood is friendly. "
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  • Megan S.
    "people are friendly. it is a nice clean neighborhood. there is no crime because we are so close to the police station. the library is within walking distance."
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  • Renee F.
    "Very great community and we love being here. There is a lot for our kids to do and the school district is great!"
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  • Justin w.
    "Easy except rush hour,normally around 5-6 the northbound is bad other than that,easy to travel around town."
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  • Maria G.
    "It is quiet and feels safe to live here. I love the atmosphere around this neighborhood. "
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  • Kathleen F. G.
    "There are many families in our neighborhood. Several parks in the area plus a golf course where our grandson has taken lessons & played with his dad & my husband. "
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  • Lilyvampwolf
    "it's quiet. mostly everything you need is on one road. the pace bus runs regularly. it's right in the middle of Chicago and Milwaukee."
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Frequently asked questions about 7541 Bittersweet Dr

  • What is 7541 Bittersweet Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 7541 Bittersweet Dr in Gurnee, IL is $791,700.
  • What is the price history for 7541 Bittersweet Dr?
    7541 Bittersweet Dr in Gurnee, IL last sold for $775,000 in September 2026.
  • Is Gurnee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gurnee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gurnee?
    The median sale price in Gurnee is $366K. That is down $13.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 7541 Bittersweet Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 7541 Bittersweet Dr in Gurnee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 7541 Bittersweet Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 7541 Bittersweet Dr in Gurnee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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