Seller's Agent in 2020
Alicja Skibicki
Baird Warner
(847) 707-9504
3 in this area
60 Total Sales
656 Ardsley Rd Winnetka, IL 60093
Estimated Value: $3,480,000 - $3,945,670
6
Beds
8
Baths
6,822
Sq Ft
$535/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Sauna
- Landscaped Professionally
- Hubbard Woods Elementary School Rated A
- Heated Floors
- 4-minute walk to West Elm Street Park
About This Home
As of January 2020Superb blend of vintage architecture & modern amenities abound in this English Manor house on nearly 1 acre lot on prestigious private Ardsley Rd. This magnificent property has been completely restored & updated to the studs. Foyer leads to a gracious living rm with rich hand carved wooden paneling. Adjacent music room, library, formal dining & huge sun room flow to the terrace & garden to create this main floor an entertainer's dream. Choice of 1st or 2nd floor master bedrooms! Luxurious 1st floor master suite retreat with dressing room, spa-like bath with steam shower, whirlpool tub & 2 walk-in closets. DeGiulio eat-in kitchen opens to family room. 5 other all en-suite bedrooms on 2nd level. 3rd floor artist studio, play room or an office. Elevator from basement to 2nd level. Mud room & attached breezeway lead to 3 car heated garage with circular driveway. Dry basement has catering kitchen, 2nd laundry rm, wine cellar & 1/2 bath. Heart of town in walk to schools, park & Metra train.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475136005 Listed on: 05/12/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built | Renovated
- 1924 | 2009
Lot Details
- Southern Exposure
- East or West Exposure
- Landscaped Professionally
- Corner Lot
HOA Fees
- $31 per month
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
- Brick Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- English Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- Elevator
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Sitting Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Library
- Heated Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Sauna
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Double Oven
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Heated Floors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Bidet
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Steam Shower
- Shower Body Spray
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Basement Cellar
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Zoned Cooling
- SpacePak Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Maclachlan Linda
Bought by
Linda Bracken Maclachlan 2014 Revocable Trust and Maclachlan
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2020
Sold by
Maclachlan Lindas Bracken and Linda Bracken Maclachlan 2014
Bought by
Maclachlan Linda
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,225,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2019
Closed on
Jan 31, 2020
Sold by
Maclachlan Linda Bracken and Machlachlan David D
Bought by
Maclachlan Linda Bracken and Linda Bracken Maclachlan 2014
Seller's Agent
Alicja Skibicki
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Shawn McGuiness Gavin
Baird & Warner
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,072,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$322,500
-13.47%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,856,250
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2019
Closed on
Jan 27, 2020
Sold by
Roman Izabela J
Bought by
Maclachlan Linda Bracken and Maclachlan David D
Seller's Agent
Alicja Skibicki
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Shawn McGuiness Gavin
Baird & Warner
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,072,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$322,500
-13.47%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,856,250
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 27, 2003
Sold by
Dobke Marek K
Bought by
Roman Izabela J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 1998
Sold by
Sorock Eva K and Benson Jacqueline K
Bought by
Dobke Marek K and Roman Izabela J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Bracken Maclachlan 2014 Revocable Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Maclachlan Linda | -- | Proper Title Llc | |
| Maclachlan Linda Bracken | -- | Attorney | |
| Maclachlan Linda Bracken | $2,072,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Roman Izabela J | $222,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Dobke Marek K | $1,200,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Maclachlan Linda | $1,225,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Maclachlan Linda Bracken | $1,856,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Roman Izabela J | $600,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/30/2020 01/30/20 | Sold | $2,072,500 | -11.8% | $304 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2019 09/12/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/29/2019 07/29/19 | Price Changed | $2,349,000 | -1.9% | $344 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2019 05/12/19 | For Sale | $2,395,000 | -- | $351 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $52,111 | $351,000 | $75,548 | $275,452 |
| 2024 | $52,111 | $228,095 | $55,667 | $172,428 |
| 2023 | $49,036 | $228,095 | $55,667 | $172,428 |
| 2022 | $49,036 | $228,095 | $55,667 | $172,428 |
| 2021 | $52,136 | $204,220 | $67,595 | $136,625 |
| 2020 | $51,363 | $204,220 | $67,595 | $136,625 |
| 2019 | $51,533 | $224,418 | $67,595 | $156,823 |
| 2018 | $53,599 | $226,898 | $55,666 | $171,232 |
| 2017 | $51,959 | $226,898 | $55,666 | $171,232 |
| 2016 | $49,682 | $226,898 | $55,666 | $171,232 |
| 2015 | $64,114 | $263,211 | $45,726 | $217,485 |
| 2014 | $62,750 | $263,211 | $45,726 | $217,485 |
| 2013 | $66,292 | $291,318 | $45,726 | $245,592 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alicja Skibicki
-
Shawn McGuiness Gavin
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Shawn McGuiness Gavin
Baird Warner
(847) 651-8074
22 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10376597
APN: 05-17-312-051-0000
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