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Last Sold Price
4 beds2,719 sqft
1520 Tower Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.5 acresLot Size
1933Year Built
$276/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Updated English Normandy Home idyllically situated on 1/2-acre quiet wooded lot. This deceptively spacious and bright home features wonderful architectural interest with many modern amenities. Open concept home with living room opening to dining room and new gourmet kitchen with custom white cabinetry, quartz countertops, large island and stainless-steel appliances. Generous sunny family room looks onto beautiful, expansive yard. Newly remodeled English basement offers large office area/library with...Updated English Normandy Home idyllically situated on 1/2-acre quiet wooded lot. This deceptively spacious and bright home features wonderful architectural interest with many modern amenities. Open concept home with living room opening to dining room and new gourmet kitchen with custom white cabinetry, quartz countertops, large island and stainless-steel appliances. Generous sunny family room looks onto beautiful, expansive yard. Newly remodeled English basement offers large office area/library with full bath, laundry room and separate entrance. Master suite with bay window, sitting area and full bath. Three additional bedrooms - one ensuite - and newly remodeled hall bath. Refinished hardwood floors - new paint and carpet throughout. New Hardie board siding, Pella windows, gutters and more. Don't miss this opportunity to own this historically significant home.

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    Listing closed: 04/01/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 10947102

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    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $1,520,000

    Avg days on market

    25

    Sale-to-list ratio

    105.6%

    Winnetka, IL

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    Property Information for 1520 Tower Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $11,829 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Cook County
    • Area: Winnetka
    • Subdivision: Hubbard Woods
    • Township: New Trier
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Num Of Cars: 2.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    • Architectural Style: Colonial, English
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1933
    • Lot Size: 0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 36
    • Elementary School: Hubbard Woods Elementary School
    • Jr High Middle School: Carleton W Washburne School
    • High School District: 203
    • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
    • 2nd Alternate Elementary School: THE SKOKIE SCHOOL
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 36
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: Heated
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features
    • Num Of Rooms: 9
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
    • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
    • Basement Type: Partial, English
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
    • Basement Description: Finished, Crawl, Exterior Access
    • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
    • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Office, Foyer, Walk In Closet
    • Num of Baths: 4.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Storms/Screens
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 81-90 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Description: Wooded, Mature Trees
    • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 104X200
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Gravel,Circular
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Frame, Other
    • Roof Type: Other
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: Flood Zone
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2021-01-09T21:49:31
    • Photos Count: 33
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 01-09-2021
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Third
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Shades
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X11
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
    • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Shades
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X9
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: None
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X10
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
    • 4th Bedroom Window Treatments: None
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X14
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room Window Treatments: None
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X11
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Flooring: Carpet
    • Family Room Window Treatments: None
    • Family Room Dimensions: 25X15
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Island
    • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
    • Kitchen Window Treatments: None
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X12
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Walkout Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Flooring: Vinyl
    • Laundry Dimensions: 12X9
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
    • Living Room Window Treatments: None
    • Living Room Dimensions: 20X14
    Additional Room #1 Information
    • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
    • Addtl Room 1 Window Treatments: None
    Additional Room #2 Information
    • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
    • Addtl Room 2 Window Treatments: None
    Additional Room #3 Information
    • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Hardwood
    Walk In Closet 1 Information
    • Room Level: Third
    • Room Type: Walk In Closet
    • Dimensions: 8X8
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 7X5
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Lower
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 20X14

    Property History for 1520 Tower Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Apr 1, 2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1457420829

    $750,000

    +5.8% / yr

    Apr 1, 2021

    Sold

    MRED #10947102

    $750,000—
    Jan 9, 2021

    Pending

    MRED #10947102

    —
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    04/01/2021

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1457420829

    $750,000

    +5.8% / yr

    04/01/2021

    Sold

    MRED #10947102

    $750,000
    01/09/2021

    Pending

    MRED #10947102

    —

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public Records for 1520 Tower Road

    Taxable ValueLand$36,400Additions$38,600Total$75,000
    Tax Record2023$17,388 ($1,449 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,719 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,719 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1944CountyCOOKAPN05-18-401-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 1520 Tower Road

    This home is within Winnetka School District 36.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 4
    Public - 5 to 6
    Public - 7 to 8
    Public - 9
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Hubbard Woods Elementary School
    PublicK to 4

    The Skokie School
    Public5 to 6

    Carleton W Washburne School
    Public7 to 8

    New Trier Township H S Northfield
    Public9

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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    $750,000
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    21,780
    $1,050,000
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    31,363
    $1,535,000
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    5
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    5
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