NOT LISTED FOR SALE

888 Tower Rd Winnetka, IL 60093

Estimated Value: $520,000

6 Beds
6.5 Baths
7,488 Sq Ft
$69/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 17, 2023

Last sale price $2,275,000 $304 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $3,057/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • Greeley Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • 4-minute walk to Tower Road Park

About This Home

As of November 2023

Welcome to 888 Tower Road, an enchanting 6-bedroom, 6 1/2 bath residence that seamlessly blends architectural excellence with modern luxury renovations. Frequently featured on architectural tours, this gorgeous property boasts a meticulously landscaped .53 acre lot, just two blocks from the lakefront and breathtaking beaches. With the Hubbard Woods train station and shopping just a short stroll away, convenience meets sophistication in this superb location. As you approach, be captivated by the stunning curb appeal and fine architectural details that set this home apart. You will step inside to a two-story foyer adorned with a majestic staircase, setting the tone for the generously scaled rooms designed for both daily living and elegant entertaining. A refined library, featuring quartersawn oak paneling, a molded ceiling, and fireplace with a carved limestone surround, invites moments of quiet reflection. The large living room, with a marble fireplace and bathed in natural light from east and south-facing windows, exudes warmth and charm. A spacious dining room, graced by a handsome fireplace and south-facing windows, provides an ideal setting for gatherings. The light-filled solarium offers a delightful space to immerse yourself in the beauty of the landscaped surroundings. Renovated in 2017, the chef's eat-in kitchen is a masterpiece, boasting a Wolf cooktop, Subzero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, Viking double oven, and Graff and Franke fixtures. It seamlessly opens to a bright family room with built-in shelves and patio access. A spacious mudroom addition with slate floors, cubbies, closets, and a pantry ensures an organized and efficient entryway. All the common rooms have at least two entrances for perfect traffic flow, and a second staircase provides access to all three floors. The highlight of the completely renovated second floor is a luxurious primary suite featuring a custom hand-carved limestone fireplace and an expansive bathroom with marble floors, Waterworks fixtures, Kohler spa bath, steam shower, and a spacious walk-in closet and dressing area. Four additional bedrooms, two with ensuite baths and two sharing a bath with a separate toilet and shower room, offer ample space for family and guests. Each bedroom features thoughtfully designed built-in drawers and shelving, 9.5-foot ceilings and wood floors. The renovated third level boasts a bedroom, bathroom with a shower, and an office/potential seventh bedroom. Remodeled in 2010, the excavated lower level is a haven for leisure and fitness enthusiasts, featuring a large, climate-controlled wine cellar that can accommodate over 800 bottles, an exercise room with Pavigym flooring, a recreational/media space, a separate "walk-out" entrance and a full marble bath with a walk-in shower The lush landscaping and lovely bluestone patio create a serene retreat for outdoor relaxation. The two-car garage that architecturally mirrors the home-- just steps from the mudroom -- has a 240-volt EV charging outlet and an attached storage "cottage.". Enjoy a short stroll to Tower and Lloyd Beaches, and revel in the proximity to Hubbard Woods vibrant shopping district, train station, parks, restaurants, and boutiques. This residence offers a lifestyle of unparalleled convenience, where timeless elegance meets modern comfort.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Howard Meyers

Compass License #471002138 Listed on: 10/10/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Susan Meyers

Compass License #475122193

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Baubonis

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475128975

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $45,565

Year Built

  • Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 153 x 150
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 7,488 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Paneling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Attic
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Steam Shower
  • Shower Body Spray
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Partial Air Conditioning Available
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Power Generator
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$45,565

Year Built

Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2017

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: 1915
  • 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: 2017
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2017

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1465
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Special Millwork, Paneling
  • LivingArea: 7488
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump, Generator
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Office, Library, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Sun Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 7288
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 6212
  • Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 5823
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1665
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Den/Library,Dining Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 7488
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 200
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 3303
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2520
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio
  • List Price: 2275000
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air, Partial
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • 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
  • Middle/Junior School District: 36
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Carleton W Washburne School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels Description: 05174020040000
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.53
  • Lot Dimensions: 153 X 150
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 45565
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2023
Closed on
Nov 17, 2023
Sold by
Joni Johnson Revocable Trust
Bought by
Renee F Hall Revocable Trust and Hall
Seller's Agent
Howard Meyers
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Mary Baubonis
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$2,275,000
Sold Price
$2,275,000
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$520,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,755,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-54.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2023
Sold by
Johnson Family Trust
Bought by
Joni Johnson Revocable Trust and Johnson

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2018
Sold by
Johnson Brian Arthur and Johnson Joni
Bought by
Johnson Joni and Johnson Brian A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 1997
Sold by
Hickman Frederic W and Hickman Katherine
Bought by
Johnson Brian Arthur and Johnson Joni

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$761,250
Interest Rate
7.62%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Renee F Hall Revocable Trust $2,275,000 None Listed On Document
Joni Johnson Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Johnson Joni -- Attorney
Johnson Brian Arthur $1,087,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Johnson Brian Arthur $761,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/17/2023 11/17/23 Sold $2,275,000 0.0% $304 / Sq Ft
10/14/2023 10/14/23 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2023 10/10/23 For Sale $2,275,000 -- $304 / 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 $3,472 $14,913 $14,603 $310
2023 $3,269 $14,978 $14,603 $375
2022 $3,269 $14,978 $14,603 $375
2021 $2,681 $10,331 $9,956 $375
2020 $2,638 $10,331 $9,956 $375
2019 $2,409 $10,331 $9,956 $375
2018 $2,159 $9,003 $8,628 $375
2017 $2,093 $9,003 $8,628 $375
2016 $1,993 $9,003 $8,628 $375
2015 $2,934 $11,927 $7,080 $4,847
2014 $2,871 $11,927 $7,080 $4,847
2013 $2,739 $11,927 $7,080 $4,847
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11896535

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-17-402-004-0000