First Time on the Market - Coveted White Oak Lane Tucked away on a private 1/2 acre lot on one of Winnetka's most desirable private streets walkable to downtown Winnetka, train, schools, and Lake Michigan, this striking contemporary offers refined living in one of the North Shore's premier locations. For the retro enthusiast ...Designed by architect Bruce Johnson for the current owner, the home is a masterful expression of modern elegance, where innovative materials and meticulous craftsmanship create a seamless blend of form and function across 3,596 square feet.The sun-filled, open-concept main level with panoramic views and soaring vaulted ceilings is ideal for both relaxed family living and sophisticated entertaining. A cozy stylized "lounge" with Fireplace has open sight lines to 5 floor to ceiling windows with views of the spectacular grounds. The bright kitchen features an island, breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and opens to the dining and living spaces. The sought-after first-floor primary suite includes dual baths, spacious closets, and private views of the lush landscaped yard. A first-floor office (could be part of the primary suite, complete with sliding doors to the patio, could serve as a fourth bedroom with a full bath conveniently located across the hall. Upstairs, two private wings includes ensuite bedrooms with vaulted ceilings each open to private patios, with study/play rooms or storage attached. A special second-floor "crib"/playroom with fireplace open to the first floor living and views provides a perfect retreat. The expansive lower level (additional 1654 sq ft) impresses with a full second kitchen, media room, billiards room, and versatile recreation spaces for all ages-including room for a second office and/or gym. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage, updated mechanicals (HVAC 2025), security system, in-ground sprinkler system, gas grill hookup, beautifully landscaped private outdoor areas, central vacuum system and abundant basement storage. Recent upgrades include a new cedar roof (2024) and new driveway. Lovingly and meticulously maintained by its original owners, this exceptional home (vintage 1978) contemporary design offers modern amenities, and an unbeatable location-walking distance to schools, parks, town and train.
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$1,550,000
275 White Oak Ln, Winnetka, IL 60093
4beds
3,598sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
-- sqft lot
$1,600,800 Zestimate®
$431/sqft
$7,438 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,600,800
$1.44M - $1.78M
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Sought-after first-floor primary suitePanoramic viewsEnsuite bedroomsSpectacular groundsSecond officeFirst-floor officeDual baths
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Paige Dooley 847-446-9600,
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Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12425900
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Den, Library, Loft, Recreation Room, Game Room, Media Room, Kitchen, Walk In Closet
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 406 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Den
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X17
Eating area
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Game room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Breakfast Room), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X14
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X6
Library
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Media room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 702 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 39X18
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 279 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Den/Library, Hearth Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,591
- Total interior livable area: 3,598 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Lighting
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Dimensions: 309x130x131x146
- Features: Rear of Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 05204000720000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Winnetka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $431/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,345,320
- Annual tax amount: $29,805
- Date on market: 8/31/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2026 | Sold | $1,550,000$431/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Sold | $1,550,000-3.1%$431/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$444/sqft |
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| 10/6/2025 | Contingent | $1,599,000$444/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Price change | $1,599,000-11.1%$444/sqft |
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| 8/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000$500/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $134,532 |
| 2023 | $29,805 +6.4% | $134,532 |
| 2022 | $28,018 -9.2% | $134,532 +7.7% |
| 2021 | $30,860 +1.3% | $124,906 |
| 2020 | $30,474 -10.8% | $124,906 -18.2% |
| 2019 | $34,156 +6.3% | $152,643 +8.9% |
| 2018 | $32,137 +3.1% | $140,167 |
| 2017 | $31,170 +3.6% | $140,167 |
| 2016 | $30,085 -3.6% | $140,167 +6.7% |
| 2015 | $31,219 +2.1% | $131,386 |
| 2014 | $30,571 +4.9% | $131,386 |
| 2013 | $29,135 -14.1% | $131,386 -17.6% |
| 2012 | $33,919 +4.4% | $159,434 |
| 2011 | $32,486 +5.8% | $159,434 |
| 2010 | $30,710 -10% | $159,434 -21.4% |
| 2009 | $34,141 +5.4% | $202,806 -5% |
| 2008 | $32,378 +5.1% | $213,481 |
| 2007 | $30,796 +29.5% | $213,481 +54.8% |
| 2006 | $23,773 +2.6% | $137,868 |
| 2005 | $23,168 +3.5% | $137,868 |
| 2004 | $22,377 -4% | $137,868 +14.7% |
| 2003 | $23,313 +7.9% | $120,181 |
| 2002 | $21,609 -2.8% | $120,181 -10.8% |
| 2001 | $22,222 +3% | $134,714 +15.3% |
| 2000 | $21,569 +7.4% | $116,795 |
| 1999 | $20,078 | $116,795 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60093
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Crow Island Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Carleton W Washburne SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crow Island Elementary School
- Middle: Carleton W Washburne 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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