Meticulously maintained central-entry brick Colonial in the sought-after Hubbard Woods School District. Offering grand living spaces filled with natural light, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home truly checks every box. A gracious foyer opens to the inviting living room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace, abundant windows, and custom built-in cabinetry. The separate dining room, with French doors leads to the sunroom and expansive professionally landscaped yard. The charming white kitchen has newer appliances and a planning desk, while a first-floor office is conveniently located adjacent to a full bath with shower. Upstairs, the luxe primary suite features a beautifully renovated bath with heated floors, a walk-in shower, and a heated towel rack. Three additional spacious bedrooms share an updated hall bath with tub. The lower level offers an expansive recreation room, new washer and dryer, and plenty of storage. A hard-to-find attached 2-car garage and generous driveway parking add to the home's appeal. Perfectly located across from Nick Corwin Park, just a short drive to the expressway, and within walking distance to town, this classic Winnetka combines timeless charm with spaces for today's lifestyle.
Contingent
$1,095,000
1523 Tower Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
4beds
2,503sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,450 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$437/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceThree additional spacious bedroomsFirst-floor officeAbundant windowsGenerous driveway parkingExpansive professionally landscaped yardGracious foyer
- 17 days |
- 2,020 |
- 132 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Mary Grant 847-881-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12620073
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room, Recreation Room, Office, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 512 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Office
- Features: Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 512 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X16
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Bookcases, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,503 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
Lot
- Size: 7,450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X149
Details
- Parcel number: 05182240260000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Street Lights
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Winnetka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $437/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $796,480
- Annual tax amount: $16,604
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$7,587/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/2026 | Contingent | $1,095,000$437/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12620073 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000$437/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12620073 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $17,082 -0.7% | $79,648 -6.3% |
| 2022 | $17,208 +18.1% | $85,000 +36.8% |
| 2021 | $14,569 -5.9% | $62,133 -2.5% |
| 2020 | $15,479 -9.3% | $63,710 -13% |
| 2019 | $17,069 -4.6% | $73,197 -1.8% |
| 2018 | $17,887 -4.2% | $74,575 -7.2% |
| 2017 | $18,673 -4.1% | $80,332 -8.7% |
| 2016 | $19,470 +21.6% | $87,941 +35.1% |
| 2015 | $16,018 +2.2% | $65,103 |
| 2014 | $15,674 +4.8% | $65,103 |
| 2013 | $14,950 +35% | $65,103 +18.5% |
| 2012 | $11,072 +3.2% | $54,922 |
| 2011 | $10,731 +2.5% | $54,922 |
| 2010 | $10,473 -7.7% | $54,922 -23.9% |
| 2009 | $11,350 +0.7% | $72,173 -10.8% |
| 2008 | $11,270 -0.2% | $80,875 -6.4% |
| 2007 | $11,292 -3.9% | $86,407 +18.1% |
| 2006 | $11,755 +1.4% | $73,167 |
| 2005 | $11,588 -6.2% | $73,167 -8.7% |
| 2004 | $12,354 +21.3% | $80,112 +46.9% |
| 2003 | $10,184 +7.9% | $54,545 |
| 2002 | $9,441 +1.7% | $54,545 |
| 2001 | $9,283 +3% | $54,545 +6.8% |
| 2000 | $9,016 +7.6% | $51,094 |
| 1999 | $8,380 | $51,094 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$7,281/mo
Principal & interest
$5465
Property taxes
$1816
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60093
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Hubbard Woods Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Carleton W Washburne SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- NANew Trier Township H S NorthfieldGrades: 9Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hubbard Woods Elementary School
- Middle: The Skokie School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 36
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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