Seller's Agent in 2025
Annie Cobb Challenger
Baird Warner
(847) 528-8287
14 Total Sales
891 Spruce St Winnetka, IL 60093
Winnetka AreaEstimated Value: $2,741,000 - $2,805,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,000
Sq Ft
$555/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Wine Refrigerator
- The Skokie School Rated A
- Radiant Floor
- 3-minute walk to Dwyer Park
About This Home
As of August 2025Striking 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
Baird & Warner License #475166945 Listed on: 06/02/2025
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 Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 5,000 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bar
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Home Gym
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Radiant Floor
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished 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
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Power Generator
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2019
Closed on
May 21, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kate Huff
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mary Summerville
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,775,000
Sold Price
$1,740,826
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,174
-1.93%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,034,085
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.75%
Original Mortgage
$1,388,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,209,443
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$1,565,468
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
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
Bought by
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%
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Home Values in the Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,741,000 | First American Title | ||
| $575,000 | Proper Title Llc | ||
| $649,000 | Heritage Title Company | ||
| -- | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,388,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $370,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | View Prior Sale |
| 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
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| 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 | $37,115 | $248,000 | $27,349 | $220,651 |
| 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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Annie Cobb Challenger
-
Marlene Rubenstein
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Marlene Rubenstein
Baird Warner
(847) 565-6666
379 Total Sales
-
Kate Huff
Seller's Agent in 2019
Kate Huff
@ Properties
(847) 322-9258
33 Total Sales
-
Mary Summerville
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Mary Summerville
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 507-2644
350 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12371428
APN: 05-20-201-015-0000
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