$1,856,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025

251 Scott Ave Winnetka, IL 60093

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,468 Sq Ft
0.39 Acres

Recently Sold

$535 Per Sq Ft

16% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • 4-minute walk to Hubbard Woods Station
  • Recreation Room
  • Hubbard Woods Elementary School Rated A
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Hubbard Woods Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Charming red brick Georgian nestled in highly coveted East Winnetka area of Hubbard Woods, just steps to schools, shops, restaurants, train and Green Bay Trail. This inviting home on an oversized lot (62'x 297') offers 5+ bedrooms and 3.1 bathrooms, plus comfortable living space for your lifestyle needs. Warm and welcoming, the 1st floor features an ideal floor plan for everyday living and entertaining. Upon entry, a beautiful foyer opens to a generous, sun-filled living room with wood burning fireplace and abundant windows. Adjacent, the wood paneled library/office offers handsome built-ins and ample natural light, as well. The fresh white kitchen features a lovely breakfast area that overlooks the backyard and patio. A cozy family room with gas log fireplace, ideally located just off the kitchen, is the perfect place for casual gathering and offers access to the back patio and courtyard. A tastefully appointed dining room, wet bar with wine cooler, butler's pantry, mudroom and powder room complete the first floor. On the 2nd floor, 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including the generous primary suite with his-and-hers closets and renovated bath. With treetop views, the 3rd floor offers 2 additional, large bedrooms, a full bath, study/lounge space and ample storage space. The basement features rec space, work area, wine closet and laundry. The deep (297') backyard provides endless possibilities for outdoor activities or simply enjoying the serene surroundings - an idyllic setting primed for summer living and entertaining! An outstanding location, just steps from the Hubbard Woods hub of activity, plus close proximity to the beach! This true Winnetka classic offers a perfect blend of comfort and easy living!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paige Dooley

Compass License #475131775 Listed on: 04/20/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Jody Savino

Compass License #475128721

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,828

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 0.39 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 63 x 297 x 60 x 281
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Georgian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,468 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Bar Fridge
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Storage Room
  • Finished Attic
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Hubbard Woods Elementary School
  • The Skokie Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Gas Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,828

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Georgian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Cellar, Storage Space, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 3468
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Game Room, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation Room, Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 4636
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 4636
  • Attic: Finished
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hubbard Woods Elementary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: The Skokie School
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Carleton W Washburne School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.39
  • Lot Dimensions: 63 X 297 X 60 X 281
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 23828
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Kirsch Richard J and Kirsch Debra M
Bought by
Schuenemann Brett A and Lancaster Amanda
Seller's Agent
Paige Dooley
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jody Savino
Compass
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,856,000
Premium/Discount to List
$257,000
16.07%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
$1,856,507

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$507
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.06%
Original Mortgage
$1,484,800
Outstanding Balance
$1,481,468
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$375,039

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 8, 1996
Sold by
Scott Paul and Scott Maude C
Bought by
Kirsch Richard I and Kirsch Debra M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
8.26%
Source: Public Records

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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 $1,856,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $777,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,484,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $450,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $1,856,000 +16.1% $535 / Sq Ft
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2025 04/21/25 For Sale $1,599,000 -- $461 / 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 $23,828 $100,892 $32,780 $68,112
2023 $26,101 $100,892 $32,780 $68,112
2022 $26,101 $117,538 $32,780 $84,758
2021 $23,673 $90,003 $31,290 $58,713
2020 $24,534 $95,294 $31,290 $64,004
2019 $24,033 $102,467 $31,290 $71,177
2018 $23,918 $99,648 $26,820 $72,828
2017 $26,045 $111,292 $26,820 $84,472
2016 $24,883 $111,292 $26,820 $84,472
2015 $21,206 $86,186 $22,722 $63,464
2014 $22,358 $92,729 $22,722 $70,007
2013 $21,244 $92,729 $22,722 $70,007
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12325227

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-17-102-013-0000