$1,520,000
SOLD AUG 12, 2025

605 Lincoln Ave Winnetka, IL 60093

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,000 Sq Ft
1914 Built

Recently Sold

$507 Per Sq Ft

17% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • 4-minute walk to Winnetka Station
  • Property is near a park
  • Greeley Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Station Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this quintessential Winnetka home, perfectly designed for gracious entertaining and comfortable family living. As you approach the home, you are beckoned to sit on the fabulous front porch, share an ice tea or a glass of wine and watch the many activities of Winnetka living. When entering the home, you will immediately notice the attention to detail and care that has been put into the numerous updates and attention to the home. Starting in the double foyer, the original hardwood floors, custom millwork, glass paneled French doors and gracious staircase invite you into this light-filled home. The stunning formal living room enjoys a beautiful bay window with Plantation shutters, fireplace with rebuilt mantel, lovely updated millwork and hardwood floors. The separate dining room, also with Plantation shutters, makes formal and casual dining a breeze. The recently updated, spacious kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry, features new quartz countertops, SS appliances, new SS sink and an awesome new walk-in pantry with new wine cooler, and new LED recessed lighting. The breakfast bar easily accommodates four, but there is room for a table and chairs. Gather in the sunny family room, totally updated with new hardwood floors, decor and modern fan, a perfect backdrop for family game nights! Add the first floor laundry room and powder and you have the desirable circular flow and maximum convenience! The expansive second floor primary suite is a true peaceful sanctuary with a lovely bay window seating area, hardwood floors, two closets, adjoining full bath and adjacent home office with additional walk-in closet. Each of the two additional family bedrooms offers their own unique charm including alcoves, hardwood floors and decorative decor. The extra bonus room with lovely glass French door and access to the balcony is flooded with light and can be an additional bedroom, homework or play room. The sharp hall bath is updated with new vanity, sink, faucet, paint, toilet and tub hardware. Plus, the oversized clawfoot tub offers the best relaxing soak! The third floor bedroom is perfect for guests, teenagers or your own Zen room and enjoys a sizable full bath. The third floor also has two large storage rooms for seasonable clothes, luggage, etc. The dry English, walk-out basement offers incredible space with a sunlit roomy rec room, second laundry room, second powder room, wrapping/ exercise room and storage room, currently being used as the Christmas room! Entertain on the brand New rear deck or rear brick patio with circular planting wall. The fenced yard is surrounded by mature landscaping, including flowering plants, while the driveway leads to the two car garage and turn around/parking pad, offering easy in and out access. This home is ideally located! Walk-to the train, Community House, Lake, Maple and Tower beaches, two Parks, Grand and Lakeside Foods, Library, Pete's and Starbucks, Pomeroy, 501 Local. Steps to downtown Winnetka, Hometown, Little Honeycomb, Shops, Restaurants, Doctors and Dentists! Enjoy the Winnetka Music Festival from your front porch, walk a block to the Farmer's Market, and tell time with the nearby melodious bells! 605 Lincoln is truly a home that has been filled with love and good times, updated with style and offers an incredible Winnetka Community lifestyle!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patricia Skirving

Compass License #475123987 Listed on: 07/07/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Gregory Skirving

Compass License #475134355

Last Buyer's Agent

Paige Dooley

Compass License #475131775

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,467

Year Built

  • Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 150
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 3,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Play Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Tandem Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Greeley Elementary School
  • Carleton W Washburne Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,467

Year Built

Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2025

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 3000
  • Room Type: Office, Recreation Room, Play Room, Tandem Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Deck, Other Room
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • List Price: 1300000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Multiple Locations, Sink
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, 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: Carleton W Washburne School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 36

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 150
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 16467
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 1997
Sold by
Skerda David
Bought by
Skirving Gregory D and Skirving Patricia E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$519,400
Interest Rate
7.75%
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 $577,500 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $698,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $146,881 Unknown
Closed $698,000 Unknown
Closed $664,000 Unknown
Closed $672,500 Unknown
Closed $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $672,000 Unknown
Closed $140,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $519,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/12/2025 08/12/25 Sold $1,520,000 +16.9% $507 / Sq Ft
07/12/2025 07/12/25 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $1,300,000 -- $433 / 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 $16,468 $77,000 $24,750 $52,250
2023 $15,462 $77,000 $24,750 $52,250
2022 $15,462 $77,000 $24,750 $52,250
2021 $14,383 $61,416 $16,875 $44,541
2020 $17,579 $74,417 $16,875 $57,542
2019 $17,423 $80,888 $16,875 $64,013
2018 $15,734 $71,782 $14,625 $57,157
2017 $17,128 $79,757 $14,625 $65,132
2016 $17,521 $83,419 $14,625 $68,794
2015 $16,316 $70,813 $12,187 $58,626
2014 $17,572 $77,391 $12,187 $65,204
2013 $16,736 $77,391 $12,187 $65,204
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12407393

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-20-204-004-0000