740 Humboldt Avenue

Winnetka, IL 60093

$1,375,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
1,538 Sq. Ft.
$894 / Sq. Ft.
1,538
Sq. Ft.
$894
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Location, space and privacy combine in East Winnetka just one block from Sheridan Road and Lake Michigan. Set amid some of Winnetka's finest estates, this rarely available half-acre lot presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build your dream home in an idyllic setting with lake views. Originally part of a larger estate, the property is currently comprised of a modest New England-style brick and cedar Colonial-one of only three homes on the entire block, giving it an unparalleled sense of privacy....Location, space and privacy combine in East Winnetka just one block from Sheridan Road and Lake Michigan. Set amid some of Winnetka's finest estates, this rarely available half-acre lot presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build your dream home in an idyllic setting with lake views. Originally part of a larger estate, the property is currently comprised of a modest New England-style brick and cedar Colonial-one of only three homes on the entire block, giving it an unparalleled sense of privacy. The traditionally styled residence has 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The first floor features a gracious knotty pine living room opening to a classic screened porch, powder room, wet bar/kitchenette and attached garage with laundry. A private yard can be enjoyed off the porch with picturesque views of the expansive tree-lined property stretching beyond. Upstairs, the main living quarters contain two bedrooms, a full bath, full kitchen and a dining room/family room highlighted by a fireplace. Use the existing home as a starting point, or begin anew. Bring your vision to this special property nestled in a quiet pocket of town within walking distance of Lloyd Beach, Tower Road beach, downtown Winnetka and the Village Green. Enjoy the ultimate North Shore lifestyle from 740 Humboldt.

Property Details for 740 Humboldt Avenue

Area
Winnetka
Subdivision
East Winnetka
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Cars
1.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Radiator(s)

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/12/2023 03:22 PM

Property Details for 740 Humboldt Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11313560
Days on Market323
Taxes$22,357 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1949
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 740 Humboldt Avenue

Stories-Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,367 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,504

Property Taxes

$1,863

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 740 Humboldt Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 36
  • Elementary School: Greeley Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: The Skokie School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • 2nd Alternate Jr High Middle School: Carleton W Washburne School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 36
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch Screened
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1538
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1538
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1538
  • Main Sq Ft: 592
  • Upper Sq Ft: 946
  • Lot Description: Irregular
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 130 X 72 X 147 X 65 X 291 X 43 X 19
  • Other Structures: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1730
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2022-01-28T22:10:23
  • Photos Count: 24
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 11X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 17X22
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X6

Property History for 740 Humboldt Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 740 Humboldt Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$50,998Additions$51,000Total$101,998
Tax Record2022$22,262 ($1,855 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,730 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,730 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,963 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926CountyCOOKAPN05-16-101-015Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 740 Humboldt Avenue

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 - 10 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Greeley Elementary School
PublicK to 4

The Skokie School
Public5 to 6

Carleton W Washburne School
Public7 to 8

New Trier Township H S Winnetka
Public10 to 12

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