$450,000
SOLD MAY 13, 2016

1861 Winnetka Ave Unit 3 Northfield, IL 60093

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,584 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$174 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Middlefork Primary School Rated A
  • Property is near a forest
  • 3-minute walk to Watersmeet Woods

About This Home

As of May 2025

Lovely Northfield colonial that is located across from the forest preserve and in one of the best school districts in the area. Over 2,500 square feet plus a full unfinished basement. Super bright and large living room with a good amount of windows and southern exposure. Large family room with wood burning fireplace and access to the backyard and awesome deck. Spacious master suite with walk in closet, hardwood floors and can lighting. All four bedrooms are on the second level. Great sized backyard that is completely open and flat and includes a very large deck that can be assessed from the kitchen and the family room. Centrally located to transportation, shopping and restaurants. A great place to call home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Booth

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475112366 Listed on: 03/01/2016

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Last Buyer's Agent

Jeremiah Gordon

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,314

Year Built

  • 1961

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Southern Exposure
  • Property is near a forest

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $1,200 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,314

Year Built

1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Style Of House: Colonial
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1961
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1961

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 19X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 11X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2584
  • Dining Room Type: L-shaped
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 15X24, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck
  • Exposure: S (South)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 100 Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 203
  • Elementary School: MIDDLEFORK PRIMARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: SUNSET RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • High School: NEW TRIER TWP H.S. NORTHFIELD/WI
  • Junior High Dist: 29

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 62X121
  • Lot Description: Forest Preserve Adjacent
  • Parcel Identification Number: 04244170200000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10,179

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2025
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Matt Brian J and Matt Alissa A
Bought by
Klemstein Adam and Klemstein Claire
Seller's Agent
Cricket King
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jenna Dickson
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List Price
$735,000
Sold Price
$762,500
Premium/Discount to List
$27,500
3.74%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$781,219

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$18,719
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.87%
Original Mortgage
$490,196
Outstanding Balance
$488,925
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$292,294

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2016
Closed on
May 9, 2016
Sold by
Wilson Reid and Wilson Laura
Bought by
Matt Brian J and Matt Alissa A
Seller's Agent
Eric Booth
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jeremiah Gordon
@properties
List Price
$490,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-8.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.00%
Original Mortgage
$416,250
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2010
Sold by
Russell John Kevin and Russell Robin H
Bought by
Wilson Reid

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $762,500 Altima Title
Warranty Deed $450,000 Precision Title
Warranty Deed $407,500 Cti
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $490,196 New Conventional
Previous Owner $412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $35,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $416,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $195,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $200,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $762,500 +3.7% $369 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2025 03/30/25 For Sale $735,000 +63.3% $355 / Sq Ft
05/13/2016 05/13/16 Sold $450,000 -8.2% $174 / Sq Ft
04/02/2016 04/02/16 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2016 03/01/16 For Sale $490,000 -- $190 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $13,314 $65,000 $10,503 $54,497
2023 $12,604 $65,000 $10,503 $54,497
2022 $12,604 $65,000 $10,503 $54,497
2021 $9,126 $40,962 $9,189 $31,773
2020 $8,975 $40,962 $9,189 $31,773
2019 $8,822 $45,014 $9,189 $35,825
2018 $10,632 $51,088 $8,064 $43,024
2017 $10,312 $51,088 $8,064 $43,024
2016 $9,908 $51,088 $8,064 $43,024
2015 $9,424 $44,600 $6,564 $38,036
2014 $10,179 $48,809 $6,564 $42,245
2013 $9,739 $48,809 $6,564 $42,245
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09152803

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 04-24-417-020-0000