879 Willow Rd

1,715 Sq. Ft.
$287 / Sq. Ft.
1,715
Sq. Ft.
$287
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Move right into this charming, updated colonial, located in a fabulous walk-to location. Blocks from train, highly ranked Crow Island Elementary, downtown Winnetka, parks, restaurants and library. Many updates throughout, including the sun-filled eat-in kitchen with newer appliances that opens to a huge outdoor deck, perfect for winter barbecuing and spring entertaining. This home also offers tremendous livability! The spacious living room with gas fireplace opens to a lovely sunroom with French...Move right into this charming, updated colonial, located in a fabulous walk-to location. Blocks from train, highly ranked Crow Island Elementary, downtown Winnetka, parks, restaurants and library. Many updates throughout, including the sun-filled eat-in kitchen with newer appliances that opens to a huge outdoor deck, perfect for winter barbecuing and spring entertaining. This home also offers tremendous livability! The spacious living room with gas fireplace opens to a lovely sunroom with French doors and separate dining room. The first floor bedroom with full bath could be an office, playroom or den! The small mud room on the first floor and larger mud room in the basement await coats, hats and gloves. Hardwood floors throughout. Each of the three bedrooms on the second floor enjoys at least two windows, the master having three! Updated hall bath. Walk-in closet is a bonus! Full, unfinished basement with newer washer and dryer. 2018 roof, replaced windows, 2017 gas fireplace, tuck pointing, 2018 fence on the north rear side. Huge backyard to enjoy, perfect for an outdoor ice rink, and a private side yard that could be a great dog run! 2 car garage with 2015 roof and gutters. Additional parking for at least 3 additional cars, plus a handy turn around in the back. This is a happy home, the more time you spend in this home, the more you love it! A must see!

Listing Agents

  1. Patti Skirving

    Patti Skirving

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847)-924-4119

  2. Greg Skirving

    Greg Skirving

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847)-863-3614

Property Details for 879 Willow Road

Area
Winnetka
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
4.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING CLOSED: 04/23/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 879 Willow Road

StatusClosed
MLS #10971711
Days on Market14
Taxes$14,386 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1904
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,350 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 879 Willow Road

Stories-Year Built1904Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,350 SF

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Property Information for 879 Willow Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 36
  • Elementary School: Crow Island Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Carleton W Washburne School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 36
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Additional Parking
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Exterior Access
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room, Mud Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Porch
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 187
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame, Stucco
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2021-01-26T21:28:37
  • Photos Count: 29
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X09
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 09X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Kitchen Flooring: Sustainable
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X13
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23X16
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Sustainable
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 04X06
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 11X08

Property History for 879 Willow Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 23, 2021

Sold

MRED #10971711

$493,000
Apr 14, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458612364

$493,000

+2.0% / yr

Jan 30, 2021

Pending

MRED #10971711

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/23/2021

Sold

MRED #10971711

$493,000
04/14/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458612364

$493,000

+2.0% / yr

01/30/2021

Pending

MRED #10971711

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Public Records for 879 Willow Road

Taxable ValueLand$25,713Additions$40,288Total$66,001
Tax Record2023$15,301 ($1,275 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,509 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,509 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,350 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903CountyCOOKAPN05-20-225-029Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 879 Willow 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
Crow Island 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

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