NOT LISTED FOR SALE

556 Willow Rd Winnetka, IL 60093

Estimated Value: $1,750,000 - $2,145,000

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,023 Sq Ft
$478/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 14, 2023

Last sale price $1,562,921 $388 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,152/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Mature Trees
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Greeley Elementary School Rated A
  • Community Lake
  • Property is near park

About This Home

As of June 2023

Escape City-Life and Find Perfection in East Winnetka! Enjoy luxury living in this picturesque home located in highly desired, East Winnetka, with Lake Michigan views from your driveway. Upon entering you will be impressed with the quality craftmanship, exceptional design and custom finishes throughout this newer, 2005 home. The kitchen includes a terrific center island, eat-in area, and work desk, custom cabinetry and high-end stainless-steel appliances including SubZero, Bosch, and Thermador. The family room features a large fireplace and is open to the kitchen creating a great flow. Upstairs you will find the primary suite and 2 additional bedrooms on the second floor, and another large bedroom and full bathroom on the 3rd floor. All closets throughout the home are outfitted with California Closets wardrobe systems. The sunny and expansive lower level is perfect for entertaining and enjoyment for all ages. It also includes a 5th bedroom and full bathroom making it a great guest retreat! This impeccably maintained home offers many options for flexible space. Other special home features include leaded glass windows, custom window treatments/ plantation shutters and custom-built bookcases throughout. The attention to detail in this home spans all four levels of beautifully finished living space, and also carries to the exterior with the brick paver driveway, patio, and fully fenced backyard. Live the ultimate North Shore lifestyle from this truly special location on quiet East Willow Road -- so close to Greeley, New Trier, beaches, town, the Green Bay Trail, two different Winnetka train stations, parks, and so much more. 556 Willow hits the trifecta...high quality, move-in-ready, and location-location-location! Don't miss it!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Groebe

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475122318 Listed on: 04/03/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Kathryn Moor

Compass License #475185418

Last Buyer's Agent

Patrick Dluzniewski

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475194110

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,689

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4,023 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage
  • Basement Window Egress

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service

Additional Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,689

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Tudor
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Built-In Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Special Millwork, Drapes/Blinds, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings
  • LivingArea: 4023
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Office, Recreation Room, Eating Area
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,Egress Window,Concrete (Basement),Rec/Family Area,Storage Space
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Master Bedroom,Basement
  • Square Footage Comments: Lower Level: 1,043 sq. feet Main Floor: 1,132 sq. feet Second Floor: 1,090 sq. feet Third Floor: 759 sq. feet Total: 4,023 sq. feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Garage(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Stucco,Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Number of Cars: 4
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Greeley 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: 0.1515
  • Lot Dimensions: 6600
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 21688.57
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2023
Closed on
Jun 14, 2023
Sold by
Redmond Gary L and Redmond Barbara W
Bought by
Lee Gail and Mokha Anik-Paul
Seller's Agent
Beth Groebe
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Patrick Dluzniewski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,579,000
Sold Price
$1,562,921
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,079
-1.02%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$1,921,502

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$358,581
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.44%
Original Mortgage
$1,406,472
Outstanding Balance
$1,349,060
Interest Rate
4.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$572,442

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2015
Closed on
Jan 15, 2016
Sold by
Boe Stephen and Boe Joo Y
Bought by
Redmond Gary L and Redmond Barbara W
Seller's Agent
Betsy Burke
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Beth Groebe
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$195,000
-13.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.51%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2005
Sold by
Winnetka Properties Llc
Bought by
Boe Stephen and Boe Joo Y

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2003
Sold by
Moulton Roger C and Moulton Marie A
Bought by
Winnetka Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$331,875
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lee Gail $1,563,000 Citywide Title
Redmond Gary L $1,300,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Boe Stephen $1,558,500 Cambridge Title Company
Winnetka Properties Llc $442,500 Rtc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lee Gail $1,406,472
Previous Owner Redmond Gary L $400,000
Previous Owner Boe Stephen $200,000
Previous Owner Boe Stephen $1,170,000
Previous Owner Winnetka Properties Llc $331,875
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/14/2023 06/14/23 Sold $1,562,921 -1.0% $388 / Sq Ft
04/06/2023 04/06/23 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2023 04/03/23 For Sale $1,579,000 +21.5% $392 / Sq Ft
01/15/2016 01/15/16 Sold $1,300,000 -6.8% $356 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/15/2015 11/15/15 Pending -- -- --
09/14/2015 09/14/15 Price Changed $1,395,000 -6.7% $382 / Sq Ft
05/09/2015 05/09/15 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $410 / 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
2025 $25,371 $163,000 $17,820 $145,180
2024 $25,371 $115,404 $21,780 $93,624
2023 $23,844 $115,404 $21,780 $93,624
2022 $23,844 $115,404 $21,780 $93,624
2021 $21,689 $86,901 $14,850 $72,051
2020 $21,401 $86,901 $14,850 $72,051
2019 $23,874 $105,809 $14,850 $90,959
2018 $21,887 $94,683 $12,870 $81,813
2017 $22,009 $94,683 $12,870 $81,813
2016 $23,638 $109,264 $12,870 $96,394
2015 $23,498 $98,131 $10,725 $87,406
2014 $23,007 $98,131 $10,725 $87,406
2013 $21,930 $98,131 $10,725 $87,406
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11748799

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-21-303-003-0000