For SaleOpen House2d on marketOpen HouseHistoric · 127 yrs
841 Prospect Ave
Winnetka, IL, 60093 • 60093 • Cook County
$1,450,000
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
4Baths
0.17 acLot
1899Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1899 · 127 years of history
2 Fireplaces
Living Room · Bedroom
2-Car Garage
Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
2d on Market
Listed Apr 7, 2026
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1899 · Historic
Coveted East Winnetka location just two blocks from Tower Road Beach! This charming 5-bedroom, 3.1-bath home offers timeless character and wonderful living space, complete with an inviting front porch. The living room showcases a coffered ceiling, oversized wood-burning fireplace, and beautiful period millwork. A bright sunroom with built-in bookcases provides the perfect retreat. Hardwood floors run throughout the first floor, which also features a spacious dining room with a bay window and a kitchen with a breakfast bar that opens to the family room. The family room overlooks the back deck and yard-ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A powder room completes the main level. The second floor offers four bedrooms, including a generous primary suite with built-in storage, two closets, and a private bath. Three additional bedrooms share a hall bath; one features a bay window, and one is currently being used as an office. All bedrooms offer ample closet space. The third floor includes a charming treetop bedroom, a full bath, and additional attic storage. An unfinished basement provides endless potential to expand your living space. Unbeatable location close to Hubbard Woods Metra, steps to Tower Road Beach and park, and within the sought-after Greeley Elementary School district. Don't miss this special home in an A+ location. Property is being conveyed as-is.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights oversized wood-burning fireplace, beautiful period millwork, and inviting front porch as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$9,457/month
Principal & Interest$7,524
Property Tax$1,450
Insurance$483
Down payment20% ($290,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,160,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1899
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot7,500 sqft
Days on Zillow2 Days
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1899
Stories3
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionStucco
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Fireplaces2
Lot7,500 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60093
Annual tax$21,480
Parcel0517403010
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room
Bedroom
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Stucco
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second18×14 ft252 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second15×11 ft165 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Second13×13 ft169 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Second13×10 ft130 sqft
Bedroom5
Third20×13 ft260 sqft
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market2
Tax rate1.99%
On marketApr 7, 2026
PostedApr 7, 2026
Last sold$759,000
MLS statusNew
MLS updatedApr 7, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,255
Favorites94
How are the schools in Winnetka?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Winnetka, IL, 60093
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 7, 2026Listed For Sale$1,450,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 18, 1996Sold$759,000—Public Record
Listed For Sale$1,450,000
Apr 7, 2026•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$759,000
Jul 18, 1996•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$20,647$92,375
Apr 9, 2022$19,415$92,375
Apr 9, 2021$17,926$72,404
Apr 9, 2020$17,699$72,404
Apr 9, 2019$17,553$78,701
Apr 9, 2018$19,166$83,340
Apr 9, 2017$18,588$83,340
Apr 9, 2016$17,898$83,340
Apr 9, 2015$20,268$85,001
Apr 9, 2014$19,846$85,001
Apr 9, 2013$18,915$85,001
Apr 9, 2012$17,350$81,860
Apr 9, 2011$16,619$81,860
Apr 9, 2010$16,155$81,860
Apr 9, 2009$17,719$107,491
Apr 9, 2008$16,621$113,149
Apr 9, 2007$15,586$113,149
Apr 9, 2006$14,286$80,221
Apr 9, 2005$13,644$80,221
Apr 9, 2004$13,115$80,221
Apr 9, 2003$14,567$75,783
Apr 9, 2002$13,503$75,783
Apr 9, 2001$11,254$75,783
Apr 9, 2000$10,925$60,145
Apr 9, 1999$10,925$60,145
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Local context around this listing
Winnetka, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60093
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