Enjoy easy North Shore living in this beautifully maintained East Winnetka home, where you'll catch glimpses of Lake Michigan right from your driveway. Built in 2005, this newer construction home offers a rare combination of quality craftsmanship, thoughtful updates, and a layout that truly works for everyday living. The updated kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring new quartz countertops, a classic subway tile backsplash, a new hood, custom cabinetry, high-end appliances (SubZero, Bosch, Thermador), and a generous island with space to gather. It opens seamlessly to the family room with fireplace-perfect for both daily routines and relaxed entertaining. Upstairs, the second level includes a spacious primary suite along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor adds a fourth bedroom and full bath, offering great flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space. The bright and expansive lower level is designed for comfort and versatility, with generous recreation space, a second family room with built-ins and fireplace, a fifth bedroom, full bath, and laundry. Additional highlights include California Closets throughout, custom window treatments and plantation shutters, and beautiful built-ins. Outside, enjoy a brick paver driveway and patio along with a fully fenced backyard. Set on a quiet street just moments to Greeley Elementary, New Trier High School, beaches, town, the Green Bay Trail, parks, and Metra-this is a home that offers both convenience and an exceptional North Shore lifestyle.
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$2,000,000
556 Willow Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
5beds
4,023sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
6,599.34 Square Feet Lot
$2,008,100 Zestimate®
$497/sqft
$7,882 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,008,100
$1.83M - $2.21M
$7,882/mo
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Family room with fireplaceFully fenced backyardClassic subway tile backsplashQuiet streetCalifornia closets throughoutBeautiful built-insNew hood
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Katie Moor 847-446-9600,
Compass
Bought with:
Mary Grant
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12581158
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 399 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X21
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Screens, Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X13
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X30
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Egress Window,Concrete,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,023 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,599 sqft
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 05213030030000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Winnetka
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $2,000,000+7%$497/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581158 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Pending sale | $1,869,000$465/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581158 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Contingent | $1,869,000$465/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581158 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,869,000+19.6%$465/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581158 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2023 | Sold | $1,562,921-1%$388/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748799 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748799 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2023 | Contingent | $1,579,000$392/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748799 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,579,000+21.5%$392/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11748799 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2016 | Sold | $1,300,000-6.8%$323/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2015 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$347/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08917213 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2015 | Price change | $1,395,000-6.7%$347/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08917213 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000-4.1%$372/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff #08917213 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2005 | Sold | $1,558,500+252.2%$387/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2003 | Sold | $442,500$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $115,404 |
| 2023 | $25,371 +6.4% | $115,404 |
| 2022 | $23,844 +9.9% | $115,404 +32.8% |
| 2021 | $21,689 +1.3% | $86,901 |
| 2020 | $21,401 -10.4% | $86,901 -17.9% |
| 2019 | $23,874 +9.1% | $105,809 +11.8% |
| 2018 | $21,887 -0.6% | $94,683 |
| 2017 | $22,009 -6.9% | $94,683 -13.3% |
| 2016 | $23,638 +0.6% | $109,264 +11.3% |
| 2015 | $23,498 +2.1% | $98,131 |
| 2014 | $23,007 +4.9% | $98,131 |
| 2013 | $21,930 +2.7% | $98,131 -3.8% |
| 2012 | $21,364 +6.2% | $102,002 |
| 2011 | $20,111 +3.9% | $102,002 |
| 2010 | $19,364 -8.3% | $102,002 -19.7% |
| 2009 | $21,122 -9.8% | $127,000 -18.5% |
| 2008 | $23,418 +0.3% | $155,849 -4.8% |
| 2007 | $23,344 -17% | $163,693 +1.2% |
| 2006 | $28,123 +103.3% | $161,673 +109.2% |
| 2005 | $13,831 +80.1% | $77,277 +74.6% |
| 2004 | $7,679 -19% | $44,249 -8.1% |
| 2003 | $9,482 +12.1% | $48,139 |
| 2002 | $8,456 +24.6% | $48,139 |
| 2001 | $6,784 +3% | $48,139 +29.9% |
| 2000 | $6,588 | $37,063 |
| 1999 | $6,588 | $37,063 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60093
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Greeley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Carleton W Washburne SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Greeley 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Winnetka
- 60093
- 556 Willow Rd