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  • $2,850,000

    205 Scott Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093

    5beds
    6,162sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1933
    0.64 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $463/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wood burning fireplaceNew fireplace linersOutdoor fireplaceFinished spaceFloor to ceiling windowsExpansive lawnFlagstone walkways
    Beautifully renovated lannon stone luxury residence steps from town, train and the lake. Enter through the grand center hall that leads to both the dining room with floor to ceiling windows and an inviting living room with wood burning fireplace and views of the lush yard. The renovated Chef's kitchen features custom cabinets, high-end appliances including a La Cornue range, double oven, beverage fridge, soapstone counters and a butcher block island with prep sink as well as a second stairway to the 2nd floor. The first floor is complemented by the perfect game room leading to a back patio and dramatically decorated library/office offering a perfect retreat that opens to a patio overlooking the expansive 6/10+ acre lot. Ascend to the second floor, where a beautiful brand new primary spa suite with soaking tub, separate shower, a spacious walk-in closet and a walk out deck. Three additional bedrooms, two sharing a Jack and Jill renovated bath, and one with a 2nd private renovated en-suite bath complete the second-floor living space. The third floor offers versatile updated finished space with a 5th bedroom, ideal for an additional office along with a family room and additional storage rooms. The beautifully renovated lower level space is perfect for family entertaining around the custom built-in bar space and wood-burning fireplace in the recreational room. Additional exercise room/play area, work room, wine closet, ample storage, updated powder room, and all new laundry area. The lush property boasts an expansive lawn with stone patios, outdoor fireplace complemented by a charming decorated gazebo screened porch with electric, a new shed. The 2-car attached and heated garage with new epoxy floors. Two new double exterior doors. New fireplace liners, flood control, 2 electrical panels, 2 new sump pumps with battery back ups, updated boiler auto-feeder and steam traps, Space Pac & 2 heat and A/C splits for the 3rd floor & basement water heater. New outdoor fireplace, shed, flagstone walkways, patio extensions, redwood fence, exterior lights, sprinkler system, copper gutters and asphalt driveway - all new. This home has been well maintained, updated and ready to move right in!
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: November 24, 2025 at 09:34am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Nicole Hajdu, ABR,BPOR,E-PRO,GRI,SFR 773-250-0400,

    Baird & Warner

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12503772MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Bedroom 5, Exercise Room, Foyer, Game Room, Office, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 252 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X14
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 270 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X15
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 289 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17X17
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 180 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X12
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 234 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X13
    Balcony porch lanai
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 315 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X21
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 320 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X16
    Exercise room
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 420 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X21
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 500 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X25
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 25 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5X5
    Game room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 270 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X18
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 352 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22X16
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 198 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X11
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 442 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17X26
    Office
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 198 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X18
    Recreation room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 442 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17X26
    Storage
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 60 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6X10
    Other
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 189 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9X21
    Walk in closet
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9X10
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
    Cooling
    • Small Duct High Velocity
    Appliances
    • Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
    • Laundry: Sink
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Windows: Screens
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Full
    • Attic: Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Basement
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 6,162
    • Total interior livable area: 6,162 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 1,440

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Garage Owned, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Patio, Deck
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.64 Acres
    • Dimensions: 145X73X200X55X229
    • Features: Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 05171040190000
    • Special conditions: None
    • Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1933
    • Major remodel year: 2014

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Winnetka

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $463/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,461,000
    • Annual tax amount: $34,868
    • Date on market: 10/31/2025
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    11/24/2025Contingent$2,850,000$463/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12503772 Report a problem
    10/31/2025Listed for sale$2,850,000+90.1%$463/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12503772 Report a problem
    2/25/2024Listing removed--
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11946628 Report a problem
    1/5/2024Listed for rent$16,500$3/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11946628 Report a problem
    10/17/2019Listing removed$1,499,000$243/sqft
    Source: Compass #10402725 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2023$34,868 +9.9%$146,100 +3.3%
    2022$31,713 -2%$141,500 +16.1%
    2021$32,373 +2.4%$121,859

    Find assessor info on the county website

    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $19,525/mo
    Principal & interest
    $14062
    Property taxes
    $4465
    Home insurance
    $998

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 60093

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      Schools provided by the listing agent
      • Elementary: Hubbard Woods Elementary School
      • Middle: The Skokie School
      • High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
      • District: 36

      Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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