$2,610,000
SOLD AUG 15, 2025

891 Spruce St Winnetka, IL 60093

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,000 Sq Ft
8,416 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$522 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • The Skokie School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Dwyer Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Striking stucco and stone home offers luxurious living in a highly desirable in-town location. From the moment you step inside, the elegant entryway welcomes you with timeless details and a sense of warmth. The formal living room, anchored by a beautifully crafted remote-control gas fireplace, opens to a sophisticated dining room-perfect for both intimate dinners and holiday gatherings. At the heart of the home lies a chef's dream kitchen, thoughtfully designed with high-end appliances, an oversized marble island with prep sink, abundant cabinetry, and a built-in banquette in the sunlit breakfast area. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the spacious family room, featuring striking coffered ceilings and a second remote-control gas fireplace flanked by French doors that open to the back patio. Step outside to enjoy the custom stone fireplace and serene outdoor space-ideal for entertaining year-round. The professionally designed landscaping by Nature's Perspective enhances the beauty and privacy of the backyard. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms with custom closets and Smith & Noble window treatments throughout, plus a well-appointed laundry room for added convenience. The luxurious primary suite is a private retreat, offering a spa-inspired marble bath with heated floors, a soaking tub, a large separate shower, and an expansive walk-in closet. The third floor provides incredible flexibility with a fifth bedroom and fourth full bath-ideal as a home office, guest suite, or additional living space. The fully finished lower level is an entertainer's haven, complete with a large recreation room, built-in wet bar, wine room, gym with rubber flooring, sixth bedroom, and a fifth full bathroom. Additional features include an ADT alarm system, Generac generator, and detached garage. Every detail in this home has been carefully curated to blend elegance with comfort, offering thoughtful functionality and timeless style throughout all four levels of living. A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional home in one of the most sought-after locations.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Annie Cobb Challenger

Baird & Warner License #475166945 Listed on: 06/02/2025

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Marlene Rubenstein

Baird & Warner License #471011890

Baird & Warner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $37,115

Year Built

  • Built in 2018

Lot Details

  • 8,416 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45 x 187
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Bar
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Fire Pit

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Power Generator

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$37,115

Year Built

Built in 2018

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: 2018
  • Age: 6-10 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
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 5000
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 3845
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Stone
  • ExteriorFeatures: Fire Pit
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • List Price: 2595000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Crow Island 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

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1932
  • Lot Dimensions: 45 X 187
  • 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: 37114.54
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2019
Closed on
May 21, 2019
Sold by
891 Spruce Llc
Bought by
Rose Michael E and Rose Theresa L
Seller's Agent
Kate Huff
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mary Summerville
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$1,775,000
Sold Price
$1,740,826
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,174
-1.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.80%
Original Mortgage
$1,388,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,212,057
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$1,434,196

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2018
Sold by
Zbaraz Tobby and Zbaraz Stacy Ann
Bought by
891 Spruce Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2004
Sold by
Naegele Raymond S and Naegele Ann E
Bought by
Zbaraz Tobby and Zbaraz Stacy Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2001
Sold by
Happ Jerry R and Happ Molly
Bought by
Naegle Raymond S and Naegle Ann E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$370,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
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 $1,741,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $575,000 Proper Title Llc
Warranty Deed $649,000 Heritage Title Company
Warranty Deed -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,388,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $500,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $370,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $2,610,000 +0.6% $522 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2025 06/02/25 For Sale $2,595,000 +49.1% $519 / Sq Ft
05/21/2019 05/21/19 Sold $1,740,826 -1.9% $348 / Sq Ft
03/31/2019 03/31/19 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2019 03/04/19 For Sale $1,775,000 -- $355 / 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 $37,115 $150,910 $23,141 $127,769
2023 $38,182 $178,365 $23,141 $155,224
2022 $38,182 $178,365 $23,141 $155,224
2021 $33,951 $134,150 $15,147 $119,003
2020 $42,627 $170,010 $15,147 $154,863
2019 $43,093 $184,794 $15,147 $169,647
2018 $13,220 $58,552 $13,464 $45,088
2017 $12,826 $58,552 $13,464 $45,088
2016 $12,410 $58,552 $13,464 $45,088
2015 $13,176 $56,176 $11,149 $45,027
2014 $12,906 $56,176 $11,149 $45,027
2013 $12,296 $56,176 $11,149 $45,027
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12371428

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-20-201-015-0000