Discover a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build your dream estate in one of the North Shore's most coveted neighborhoods. Situated on prestigious Woodley Road in Winnetka, this rarely available 1.45-acre property offers an extraordinary canvas for creating a truly exceptional residence. The existing home has already been demolished, leaving this premier homesite shovel-ready. Bring your own architect and builder, or take advantage of thoughtfully designed plans already in the final stages of the permitting process. With multiple PINs and over 63,000 square feet of land, the possibilities are endless. This property presents the rare opportunity to create a private estate with unparalleled scale, luxury, and privacy. Nestled among some of the North Shore's finest homes, the setting perfectly balances serene seclusion with everyday convenience. Located within the nationally acclaimed New Trier High School District, the property is just minutes from the boutiques, restaurants, and amenities of both Winnetka and Wilmette. Bring your vision and your grandest ideas to this remarkable offering.
Vacant landProperty Type
1.45 acresLot Size
$1,789,655Price/Acres
Listed by Stephen Todd• Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Great opportunity to create an idyllic escape in the heart of Woodley Road. House has great bones and easy living layout and 1.4 acre property is gorgeous! First floor features welcoming entrance hall which opens to the spacious family room, living room with fireplace and dining room. The kitchen space is great for creating a dream kitchen! Also on first is a den/office, bedroom and full bath. Extra BR/officek and full bath off kitchen. Second floor has three bedrooms including large primary suite with full bath and 2 additional bedrooms and a large bath. Large, unfinished basement. Attached garage. 1.4 acres! PIN 05291020660000 Tax $1,841. SF of land 6,273 PIN 05291000720000. Tax $8,836. SF of land 18,212 PIN 05291020540000. Tax $25,427 SF of land. 38,681 Total Tax $36,104. Total lot size. 63,075 = 1.4 acres
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,845 (+5.3%)
$17,486 + $9,115
$26,601
2022
$4,600 (−51.4%)
$17,486 + $9,115
$26,601
2021
$9,465 (+2.5%)
$30,805 + $16,817
$47,622
2020
$9,232 (+4.5%)
$30,805 + $16,817
$47,622
2019
$8,836 (+2.9%)
$30,805 + $20,391
$51,196
2018
$8,586 (+2.4%)
$25,369 + $22,092
$47,461
2017
$8,386 (+5.8%)
$25,369 + $22,092
$47,461
2016
$7,923 (+2.8%)
$25,369 + $22,092
$47,461
2015
$7,709 (−4.9%)
$20,839 + $20,875
$41,714
2014
$8,103 (−4.4%)
$20,839 + $23,924
$44,763
2013
$8,474 (+3.0%)
$20,839 + $28,380
$49,219
2012
$8,230 (+1.5%)
$23,104 + $28,502
$51,606
2011
$8,105 (−9.6%)
$23,104 + $30,533
$53,637
2010
$8,966 (+10.9%)
$23,104 + $37,735
$60,839
2009
$8,085 (−3.7%)
$23,557 + $40,181
$63,738
2008
$8,393 (+4.2%)
$37,691 + $34,212
$71,903
2007
$8,051
$37,691 + $38,240
$75,931
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,691
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,691
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05291000720000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.
R3
Single-Family Residence District
The R-3 Single-Family Residence District is intended to provide a semi-urban environment of single-family homes on relatively large lots. This district creates for lot sizes adequate to accommodate individual wells and sewage disposal systems. Schools, recreation and social facilities, religious facilities and public facilities which serve the residents living in the district are allowed. All commercial activities are prohibited, except for selected recreation and sanitary uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Golf related
Cemetery
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Winnetka, IL • 60093
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 61 Woodley Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,400,000 and $2,450,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.4M to $2.5M.