979 Vine St

2,100 Sq. Ft.
$440 / Sq. Ft.
2,100
Sq. Ft.
$440
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled just blocks from Winnetka's famed lakefront, this 4-bed/1.5-bath single-family home at 979 Vine St offers approximately 2,100 sq ft of living space, hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen, and thoughtful layout across levels. Located a few blocks to Tower Road Park/ beach - Lake Michigan and Lloyd Park Boat Launch.. Steps to Green Bay Train - for biking, running, and casual strolls. Plus close to downtown amenities. Homes within a one-mile radius average about $1.7-2.2 million, making this residence...Nestled just blocks from Winnetka's famed lakefront, this 4-bed/1.5-bath single-family home at 979 Vine St offers approximately 2,100 sq ft of living space, hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen, and thoughtful layout across levels. Located a few blocks to Tower Road Park/ beach - Lake Michigan and Lloyd Park Boat Launch.. Steps to Green Bay Train - for biking, running, and casual strolls. Plus close to downtown amenities. Homes within a one-mile radius average about $1.7-2.2 million, making this residence a rare opportunity to live the lakefront lifestyle without the million-plus premium. Zoned to allow up to two units. Assumable mortgage at under 4, on portion of purchase price. Remodel to create a multi million dollar property. Contact listing broker for more details.
  1. Listed by Vernon Ewing Spence • Jason Mitchell Real Estate IL
    P: (559)-690-0633 C: (559)-690-0633 vernonspence@jasonmitchellgroup.com

Property Details for 979 Vine Street

Area
Winnetka
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 05/24/2026 12:06 AM

Property Details for 979 Vine Street

StatusActive
MLS #12606031
Days on Market57
Taxes$8,114 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1919
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,253 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 979 Vine Street

Stories-Year Built1919Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,253 SF

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Property Information for 979 Vine Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 36
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 36
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Private
Property/Lot Information
  • 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 Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 5253
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1355
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 35
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 10X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 20X20
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X12
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 35X20

Property History for 979 Vine Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 18, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12606031

$925,000
Mar 31, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12606031

$950,000
Mar 30, 2026

Expired

MRED #12476547

$950,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/18/2026

Price Change

MRED #12606031

$925,000
03/31/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12606031

$950,000
03/30/2026

Expired

MRED #12476547

$950,000

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

Public Records for 979 Vine Street

Taxable ValueLand$15,177Additions$19,823Total$35,000
Tax Record2023$8,114 ($676 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,355 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,355 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,599 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1919CountyCOOKAPN05-17-306-017

Schools near 979 Vine Street

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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979 Vine Street is a single family home for sale in Winnetka, IL 60093. This property was listed for sale on March 31, 2026 by Jason Mitchell Real Estate IL, it's currently listed at $925,000. It has been on the market for a total of 57 days and was last sold on March 31, 2021. This listing's school districts are Winnetka School District 36, New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District. Nearby schools include Hubbard Woods Elementary School, The Skokie School and Carleton W Washburne School. 979 Vine Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,100 sqft single family home built in 1919.

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