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$1,300,000

605 Lincoln Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
4 Beds5 Baths0 sqft6 days
605 Lincoln Avenue·Winnetka, IL 60093
4Bedrooms
5Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1914Year Built
About This Home

Welcome to this quintessential Winnetka home, perfectly designed for gracious entertaining and comfortable family living. As you approach the home, you are beckoned to sit on the fabulous front porch, share an ice tea or a glass of wine and watch the many activities of Winnetka living. When entering the home, you will immediately notice the attention to detail and care that has been put into the numerous updates and attention to the home. Starting in the double foyer, the original hardwood floors, custom millwork, glass paneled French doors and gracious staircase invite you into this light-filled home. The stunning formal living room enjoys a beautiful bay window with Plantation shutters, fireplace with rebuilt mantel, lovely updated millwork and hardwood floors. The separate dining room, also with Plantation shutters, makes formal and casual dining a breeze. The recently updated, spacious kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry, features new quartz countertops, SS appliances, new SS sink and an awesome new walk-in pantry with new wine cooler, and new LED recessed lighting. The breakfast bar easily accommodates four, but there is room for a table and chairs. Gather in the sunny family room, totally updated with new hardwood floors, decor and modern fan, a perfect backdrop for family game nights! Add the first floor laundry room and powder and you have the desirable circular flow and maximum convenience! The expansive second floor primary suite is a true peaceful sanctuary with a lovely bay window seating area, hardwood floors, two closets, adjoining full bath and adjacent home office with additional walk-in closet. Each of the two additional family bedrooms offers their own unique charm including alcoves, hardwood floors and decorative decor. The extra bonus room with lovely glass French door and access to the balcony is flooded with light and can be an additional bedroom, homework or play room. The sharp hall bath is updated with new vanity, sink, faucet, paint, toilet and tub hardware. Plus, the oversized clawfoot tub offers the best relaxing soak! The third floor bedroom is perfect for guests, teenagers or your own Zen room and enjoys a sizable full bath. The third floor also has two large storage rooms for seasonable clothes, luggage, etc. The dry English, walk-out basement offers incredible space with a sunlit roomy rec room, second laundry room, second powder room, wrapping/ exercise room and storage room, currently being used as the Christmas room! Entertain on the brand New rear deck or rear brick patio with circular planting wall. The fenced yard is surrounded by mature landscaping, including flowering plants, while the driveway leads to the two car garage and turn around/parking pad, offering easy in and out access. This home is ideally located! Walk-to the train, Community House, Lake, Maple and Tower beaches, two Parks, Grand and Lakeside Foods, Library, Pete's and Starbucks, Pomeroy, 501 Local. Steps to downtown Winnetka, Hometown, Little Honeycomb, Shops, Restaurants, Doctors and Dentists! Enjoy the Winnetka Music Festival from your front porch, walk a block to the Farmer's Market, and tell time with the nearby melodious bells! 605 Lincoln is truly a home that has been filled with love and good times, updated with style and offers an incredible Winnetka Community lifestyle!

MLS# 12407393Listed July 7, 2025Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms5
Full Baths3
Half Baths2
Total Rooms12

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1914
Lot Size50 X 150

Location

CountyCook
TownshipNew Trier
Zip Code60093

Financial

List Price$1,300,000
Annual Taxes (2023)$16,467
Monthly Tax Est.$1,372
Parcel #05202040040000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalWine RefrigeratorCooktop

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasSteam

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

Partially FinishedExterior EntryFull

Laundry

Main LevelMultiple LocationsSink
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Stucco

Exterior Features

Balcony

Patio & Porch

DeckPatio
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Parking

Garage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkLakeCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Greeley Elementary School
District: 36
Middle School
Carleton W Washburne School
District: 36
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
District: 203
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$16,467
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,372
per month
Property Location

605 Lincoln Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 — Cook County

$1,300,000
605 Lincoln Avenue
4 bd5 ba0 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
6 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
50 X 150
$16,467/yr taxes
$8,204
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$6,832/mo
Property Tax
$1,372/mo
$1,300,000
20% — $260,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,040,000
Down Payment
$260,000

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Compass
Agent: Patricia Skirving
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