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About Winnetka, IL
Winnetka is a prestigious North Shore community renowned for its excellent schools, beautiful Lake Michigan beaches, and historic architecture. Home to magnificent estates and tree-lined streets, Winnetka offers the perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban sophistication.
Community at a Glance
Population
12,688
Median Household Income
$207,813
Median Age
45.2
Total Area
3.9 sq mi
Schools
elementary schools
Winnetka SD 36
middle schools
Winnetka SD 36
high schools
New Trier Twp HSD 203
Amenities & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
- Crow Island School
- Winnetka Historical Society & Museum
- Winnetka Public Library
- North Shore Center for the Performing Arts — Community Theater Presence
- Winnetka Congregational Church Historic Architecture & Public Presence
Parks & Nature
- Winnetka Park District Beach (Elder Lane Beach)
- Centennial Park
- Skokie Lagoons
- Lloyd Park & Winnetka Shoreline Trail
- Crow Island Woods Forest Preserve
Restaurants
- Convito Cafe & Market
- Indian Trail Restaurant
- Winnetka Grill
- Little Mess
- Stout Barrel House & Galley
Fitness & Wellness
- Winnetka Park District — Community Recreation Center
- Latitude Studio (Pilates & Barre)
- Winnetka Tennis Club
- CorePower Yoga Winnetka
Shopping
- Winnetka Village Center (Elm Street & Green Bay Road District)
- Heinen's Fine Foods Winnetka
- The Toy Chest
- Inovelli Fine Gifts & Home
- Isabella Fine Lingerie
Coffee
- Egg Harbor Cafe
- Mindy's Bakery & Cafe — Winnetka
- Starbucks Winnetka
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Things To Do in Winnetka, IL
Restaurants, parks, coffee shops, arts & culture — discover the local spots that make Winnetka a great place to call home.