If you're looking for the perfect balance of suburban tranquility and proximity to the action, then 883 Elm Street in Winnetka is your dream address! Nestled just steps from downtown Winnetka's shops, restaurants, parks, and Metra station, this classic 3-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom home exudes charm and is situated on a rare, oversized 55x187 lot. From the moment you arrive, the curb appeal is undeniable. Fresh new landscaping, new exterior paint, and a welcoming screened-in front porch set the tone for relaxed living and entertaining. Step inside to find 9 ft ceilings in the spacious living room featuring a gas starter wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, which leads to the front porch. With gleaming hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and a gracious foyer, the home's classic charm blends seamlessly with modern comforts. Vintage details from 1899 on the banister are so dreamy! The updated kitchen is a chef's delight, complete with white painted cabinets, a Thermador 4-burner stove, Subzero fridge, and an elegant black farmhouse sink. Off the kitchen, you'll find a first-floor laundry room, eat-in kitchen, play space, plus a spacious dining room. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a newly renovated white bathroom with double sinks and walk in closets. Plus, there is a private office or a room that could serve as an extra bedroom/nursery off the suite. There are two additional bedrooms on the 2nd level that share a family bathroom. The outdoor space features a large deck, a brand-new two-car garage, and a side patio perfect for a cozy fire pit. The unfinished basement provides ample storage. This home has been thoughtfully updated with newer Pella windows, with many updates in 2022 like: a new Furnace/AC system, new copper plumbing, no lead pipe to the street, new sewer lines, a sump pump with battery backup, and new attic insulation with an attic fan. The exterior boasts a newly paved driveway, fresh landscaping, and a sprinkler system. 883 Elm Street is completely move-in ready and offers exciting expansion opportunities, given the oversized lot. It provides the perfect blend of charm, modern updates, and unbeatable location. Don't miss your chance to call this beautiful home your own and enjoy everything Winnetka has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1899Year Built
9,347 sq ftLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bonnie Tripton• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Just Listed in the heart of Winnetka situated on over-sized 55 by 187 property. This special home is an incredible value near all that you wish for. Super close to town, Metra train, parks, restaurants, shopping, schools and so much more! Enjoy all of Winnetka's amenities and the beauty of this lovely home. Fall in love with a dreamy large screened in front porch that is great for family gatherings, entertaining and a true incredible retreat which opens to an over sized family/living room with gas starter- wood burning fireplace with built in shelving plus storage. Enjoy Hardwood floors, tall ceilings, a gracious foyer entry, formal dining room with closet all which lead to the beautiful updated kitchen, great separate eating area, family work space, mud area, first floor laundry room, plus the powder room. The second level has 3 plus bedrooms which includes a primary bedroom area, newer gorgeous master bath, private office or nursery, 2 closets plus the 2 additional bedrooms and an updated family bathroom. The basement is fully Unfinished great for your storage galore and walkout to rear yard! The lot size offers you a private driveway, an expansive rear deck, great back yard and a 2 car detached garage. Do not miss this home and LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE! MUST SEE!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08326841
Jun 26, 2013
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$799,000
May 13, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 30, 2013
Contingent
—
Apr 26, 2013
Listed (New)
$799,000
+5
Charming Victorian in the heart of Winnetka-Fabulous living rm with fireplace & built-ins. Gracious dining rm, high ceilings, hardwood floors, plantation shutters, gourmet kitchen, cozy family rm. Master suite features a tandem sitting rm or office. Two additional bedrms share a hall bath. Delightful screened porch, a perfect retreat! Large fenced yard. Prime location-close to town, train, beach & schools. A jewel!
Public Records
Aug 9, 2005
Sold
$875,000
Public Records
Jul 22, 2003
Sold
$765,000
Public Records
Oct 8, 1997
Sold
$462,000
Public Records
Nov 13, 1995
Sold
$400,000
Public Records
Dec 6, 1989
Sold
$350,000
Public Records
Mar 1, 1988
Sold
$276,000
Public Records
Sep 15, 1981
Sold
$121,000
Public Records
Jan 27, 1981
Sold
$108,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,387 (+6.4%)
$30,388 + $74,613
$105,001
2022
$15,404 (+19.6%)
$25,712 + $48,288
$74,000
2021
$12,880 (+1.2%)
$16,830 + $36,130
$52,960
2020
$12,733 (+0.9%)
$16,830 + $36,130
$52,960
2019
$12,624 (−2.9%)
$16,830 + $40,736
$57,566
2018
$12,997 (−4.2%)
$14,960 + $42,662
$57,622
2017
$13,563 (−13.2%)
$14,960 + $46,761
$61,721
2016
$15,631 (+11.6%)
$14,960 + $58,137
$73,097
2015
$14,010 (−2.3%)
$12,388 + $47,179
$59,567
2014
$14,340 (+9.7%)
$12,388 + $47,179
$59,567
2013
$13,074 (+3.1%)
$12,388 + $47,179
$59,567
2012
$12,686 (+4.2%)
$13,791 + $46,735
$60,526
2011
$12,178 (+2.8%)
$13,791 + $46,735
$60,526
2010
$11,849 (−21.5%)
$13,791 + $46,735
$60,526
2009
$15,085 (+7.0%)
$14,025 + $78,373
$92,398
2008
$14,092 (+7.2%)
$22,440 + $74,822
$97,262
2007
$13,147
$22,440 + $74,822
$97,262
Tax history for 883 Elm St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,387 (+6.4%)
$30,388 + $74,613
$105,001
2022
$15,404 (+19.6%)
$25,712 + $48,288
$74,000
2021
$12,880 (+1.2%)
$16,830 + $36,130
$52,960
2020
$12,733 (+0.9%)
$16,830 + $36,130
$52,960
2019
$12,624 (−2.9%)
$16,830 + $40,736
$57,566
2018
$12,997 (−4.2%)
$14,960 + $42,662
$57,622
2017
$13,563 (−13.2%)
$14,960 + $46,761
$61,721
2016
$15,631 (+11.6%)
$14,960 + $58,137
$73,097
2015
$14,010 (−2.3%)
$12,388 + $47,179
$59,567
2014
$14,340 (+9.7%)
$12,388 + $47,179
$59,567
2013
$13,074 (+3.1%)
$12,388 + $47,179
$59,567
2012
$12,686 (+4.2%)
$13,791 + $46,735
$60,526
2011
$12,178 (+2.8%)
$13,791 + $46,735
$60,526
2010
$11,849 (−21.5%)
$13,791 + $46,735
$60,526
2009
$15,085 (+7.0%)
$14,025 + $78,373
$92,398
2008
$14,092 (+7.2%)
$22,440 + $74,822
$97,262
2007
$13,147
$22,440 + $74,822
$97,262
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,350 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,988
Year built
1899
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05202060230000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R5
Single-Family Residential District
The requirements set forth in this chapter, together with other provisions set forth in the Building Code of the Village, have been adopted in order to provide for a single-family residential environment of relatively intense suburban character, where the degree of improvements upon an individual parcel of land is in approximate balance with the landscape area of such parcel of land. Due to the mature character of development within this district, such requirements are also intended to assure that future modifications to existing structures, or the replacement of existing structures with new structures, will not alter the scale and general character of established neighborhoods. In this regard, the requirements set forth in this chapter are further intended to foster development which is compatible, in general, with the character of existing single-family development within the immediate neighborhood with respect to external architectural scale, landscaping and other site improvements.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Asphalt,Brick
Interior
Virtual Tour
Additional Media Type 1: Video
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub