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  • $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

    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!

    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#: 12407393MLS Logo

    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
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