Sold183d on marketHistoric · 128 yrs
681 Lincoln Ave
Winnetka, IL, 60093 • 60093 • Cook County
$3,000,000
6Beds
7Baths
0.67 acLot
1898Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1898 · 128 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck · Porch · Screened · Patio
4 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Gas Log · Gas Starter · Family Room · Living Room · Master Bedroom · Other
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · Heated Garage · On Site · Garage Owned · Attached · Off Street · Owned · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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183 days on market
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1898 · Historic
Exciting opportunity to acquire a remarkable property in Winnetka! This stunning Benjamin Marshall-designed home is nestled on 2/3rds of an acre in the heart of the Village. The property boasts professional landscaping, including an oversized pool, putting green, and a 1/2 basketball court. Enjoy the expansive outdoor spaces with large patios, a cozy screened-in porch, and a balcony off the primary bedroom offering amazing views of the property. Step inside to discover spacious rooms with a circular floor plan, featuring a beautiful eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, family room, and office. Dual staircases lead to the second floor, where the primary suite awaits with a sitting room and balcony access, along with 2 additional bedrooms and a generous in-law suite or second family room each with private baths. The third floor presents 4 bedrooms and a full bath, perfect for kids' hangouts. Complete with a full basement accessible from the attached garage, this home has seen many recent updates. Combining historical charm with modern amenities.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$19,072/month
Principal & Interest$15,072
Property Tax$3,000
Insurance$1,000
Down payment20% ($600,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.44% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,400,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1898
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.67 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1898
Stories3
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
RoofShake
ConstructionBrick, Cedar, Stone
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Owned, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Fireplaces4
FencingFenced
Lot0.67 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60093
Annual tax$54,712
Parcel0517417024
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths6
Features & details
17 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Wet Bar
In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Double Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Freezer
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Trash Compactor
Humidifier
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Baseboard
Radiant
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Indv Controls
Zoned
Cooling
Central Air
Small Duct High Velocity
Zoned
Laundry
Upper Level
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Gas Log
Gas Starter
Family Room
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Other
Windows
Screens
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Balcony
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
Heated Garage
On Site
Garage Owned
Attached
Off Street
Owned
Garage
Construction
Brick
Cedar
Stone
Patio & Porch
Deck
Porch
Screened
Patio
Lot Features
Landscaped
Community
Pool
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Pool Features
In Ground
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Sprinkler-Lawn
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second21×21 ft441 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second18×15 ft270 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom3
Second16×16 ft256 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom4
Third21×16 ft336 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom5
Third19×15 ft285 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom6
Third16×16 ft256 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Shades)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market183
Est. value$3,084,700
Est. rent$7,754/mo
Tax rate1.99%
On marketMay 13, 2025
PostedMay 13, 2025
Last sold$3,000,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 12, 2025
Tour days6
Views152
Favorites4
How are the schools in Winnetka?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Winnetka, IL, 60093
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 8, 2025Sold$3,000,000—Public Record
Jul 10, 2025Sold$3,000,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 28, 2025Contingent$3,400,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 13, 2025Price Change$3,400,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 18, 2025Listed For Sale$3,550,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 16, 2024Listing Removed$3,799,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 3, 2024Listed For Sale$3,799,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 18, 2024Listing Removed$4,195,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 23, 2024Listed For Sale$4,195,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 16, 2014Listing Removed$2,875,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
Aug 19, 2014Price Change$2,875,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
May 1, 2014Price Change$2,975,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
Jan 21, 2014Listed For Sale$3,100,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
Aug 25, 2003Sold$3,000,000—Public Record
Sold$3,000,000
Oct 8, 2025•Public Record
Sold$3,000,000
Jul 10, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$3,400,000
May 28, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$3,400,000
May 13, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$3,550,000
Feb 18, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$3,799,000
Sep 16, 2024•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$3,799,000
Sep 3, 2024•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$4,195,000
Aug 18, 2024•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$4,195,000
Jul 23, 2024•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$2,875,000
Sep 16, 2014•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
Price Change$2,875,000
Aug 19, 2014•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
Price Change$2,975,000
May 1, 2014•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
Listed For Sale$3,100,000
Jan 21, 2014•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka
Sold$3,000,000
Aug 25, 2003•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$54,712$235,999
Apr 10, 2022$51,508$235,999
Apr 10, 2021$38,163$147,051
Apr 10, 2020$37,555$147,051
Apr 10, 2019$37,273$159,838
Apr 10, 2018$42,484$177,122
Apr 10, 2017$41,173$177,122
Apr 10, 2016$39,214$177,122
Apr 10, 2015$37,215$151,258
Apr 10, 2014$35,797$151,258
Apr 10, 2013$34,130$151,258
Apr 10, 2012$35,600$165,340
Apr 10, 2011$35,053$173,787
Apr 10, 2010$33,852$173,787
Apr 10, 2009$32,261$190,843
Apr 10, 2008$46,346$299,890
Apr 10, 2007$44,248$299,890
Apr 10, 2006$53,316$299,890
Apr 10, 2005$52,362$299,890
Apr 10, 2004$50,699$299,890
Apr 10, 2003$20,749$105,335
Apr 10, 2002$18,899$105,335
Apr 10, 2001$17,375$105,335
Apr 10, 2000$16,865$91,758
Apr 10, 1999$15,697$91,758
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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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