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!
Closed
$1,520,000
605 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093
4beds
3,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$1,520,300 Zestimate®
$507/sqft
$7,913 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 13, 2025 at 10:56am
Listing courtesy of:
Patricia Skirving 847-924-4119,
Compass,
Gregory Skirving 847-863-3614,
Compass
Bought with:
Paige Dooley
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12407393

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X20
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X20
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X17
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Third
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X09
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 736 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X23
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X20
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop
- Laundry: Main Level, Multiple Locations, Sink
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 7,500 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 150
Details
- Parcel number: 05202040040000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Winnetka
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability
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