This 4-Bedrm and 2-Bath Cottage style home sits on a 5,267 Sq Ft lot in coveted Winnetka Hubbard Woods. This property located in top -rated schools (Hubbard Elementary) presents potential to renovate, expand or reimagine in a premier North Shore setting. The main floor plan unveils an open concept with a sprawling Family room filled with natural light next to separate sitting room with a gorgeous brick fireplace and hinged French doors to a formal Dining Room. A generous size kitchen finished with 36" cabinetry with glass facade accents, stainless steel appliances. Two good size bedrooms with a shared full bathroom between and a room as a separate office. Hardwood floors throughout. The second floor has 2 bedrooms and a loft. Full unfinished lower level with a half bathroom. Private fenced in yard and plenty of parking. Close to Metra, downtown Winnetka, Lake Michigan, parks, trails, shopping and MORE *** Sellers motivated.
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$950,000
979 Vine St, Winnetka, IL 60093
4beds
2,105sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
4,599 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$451/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private fenced in yardPlenty of parkingGenerous size kitchenHardwood floors throughoutStainless steel appliances
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Jacek Piktel 312-266-7000,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12684251
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Heated Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X23
Other
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Pantry), Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 851 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37X23
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Unfinished,Storage Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,105 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Side Driveway, Driveway, Yes, Owned
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,599 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 42X134X38X113
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 05173060170000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Winnetka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $451/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $350,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,114
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/7/2026 | Listing removed | $925,000$439/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $925,000-2.6%$439/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000$451/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Listing removed | $950,000$451/sqft |
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| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000+6.4%$451/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Listing removed | $892,500$424/sqft |
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| 12/12/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/20/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,750-3.5%$1/sqft |
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| 11/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $892,500-15%$424/sqft |
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| 11/8/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/25/2023 | Price change | $2,850+3.6%$1/sqft |
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| 9/24/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,750-14.1%$1/sqft |
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| 9/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/17/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,200-20%$2/sqft |
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| 6/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+207.9%$499/sqft |
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| 6/2/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/14/2021 | Listed for rent | $4,000$2/sqft |
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| 3/31/2021 | Sold | $341,000-2.6%$162/sqft |
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| 1/13/2021 | Contingent | $350,000$166/sqft |
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| 1/13/2021 | Pending sale | $350,000$166/sqft |
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| 12/28/2020 | Price change | $350,000-6.7%$166/sqft |
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| 2/12/2020 | Price change | $375,000+25%$178/sqft |
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| 10/9/2019 | Pending sale | $300,000$143/sqft |
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| 10/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $300,000+11527.9%$143/sqft |
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| 3/5/2013 | Sold | $2,580$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,440 +4% | $35,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $8,114 +6.2% | $34,999 |
| 2022 | $7,639 -19.7% | $34,999 -4.6% |
| 2021 | $9,518 +1.6% | $36,675 |
| 2020 | $9,366 +0.8% | $36,675 -8% |
| 2019 | $9,296 -2.4% | $39,865 +0.4% |
| 2018 | $9,523 +3.2% | $39,703 |
| 2017 | $9,229 +1.6% | $39,703 -3.2% |
| 2016 | $9,083 +2.4% | $41,024 +13.8% |
| 2015 | $8,872 +2.2% | $36,061 |
| 2014 | $8,682 +4.8% | $36,061 |
| 2013 | $8,281 +11.3% | $36,061 +6% |
| 2012 | $7,438 +0.2% | $34,023 -4.6% |
| 2011 | $7,420 +3.1% | $35,649 |
| 2010 | $7,195 -8.2% | $35,649 -20.7% |
| 2009 | $7,840 +8.4% | $44,938 -5% |
| 2008 | $7,236 +3.5% | $47,303 |
| 2007 | $6,990 +12.3% | $47,303 +31.4% |
| 2006 | $6,225 +1.8% | $36,000 |
| 2005 | $6,115 | $36,000 |
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Neighborhood: 60093
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Hubbard Woods Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Carleton W Washburne SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hubbard Woods 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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