Nestled just blocks from Winnetka's famed lakefront, this 4-bed/1.5-bath single-family home at 979 Vine St offers approximately 2,100 sq ft of living space, hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen, and thoughtful layout across levels. Located a few blocks to Tower Road Park/ beach - Lake Michigan and Lloyd Park Boat Launch.. Steps to Green Bay Train - for biking, running, and casual strolls. Plus close to downtown amenities. Homes within a one-mile radius average about $1.7-2.2 million, making this residence a rare opportunity to live the lakefront lifestyle without the million-plus premium. Coming soon to auction. Contact listing broker for more details.
Active
$950,000
979 Vine St, Winnetka, IL 60093
4beds
2,100sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
5,253 Square Feet Lot
$931,300 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious kitchenThoughtful layout across levelsHardwood floors
- 79 days |
- 2,296 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 13, 2025 at 12:47pm
Listing courtesy of:
Vernon Ewing Spence 559-690-0633,
Jason Mitchell Real Estate IL
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12476547
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X20
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 700 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X20
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,253 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 05173060170000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Winnetka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $452/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $349,990
- Annual tax amount: $8,114
- Date on market: 9/22/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$931,300
$885,000 - $978,000
$5,086/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000+6.4%$452/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476547 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2025 | Listing removed | $892,500$425/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11919708 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11934378 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,750-3.5%$1/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11934378 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $892,500-15%$425/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11919708 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,114 +6.2% | $34,999 |
| 2022 | $7,639 -19.7% | $34,999 -4.6% |
| 2021 | $9,518 +1.6% | $36,675 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$6,445/mo
Principal & interest
$4624
Property taxes
$1488
Home insurance
$333
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60093
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Hubbard Woods Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Carleton W Washburne SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10New Trier Township H S WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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