Location, Location, Location! Charming East Winnetka home with finished basement! From the moment you enter the timeless foyer, you'll be welcomed by a sunlit living room featuring a large picture window overlooking the expansive backyard. The open-concept layout flows seamlessly into the dining room, complete with plantation shutters, custom built-ins, and an updated kitchen. The kitchen shines with stainless steel appliances, generous granite countertops, and a thoughtful design perfect for meal prep and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, a cozy nook with a built-in bench and designer cabinetry offers versatility as a bar area or extra storage, complemented by a walk-in pantry to meet all your storage needs. The second floor features two well-appointed bedrooms and a hall bath. The primary suite offers built-ins for additional storage and a private ensuite bath. The finished basement is a light-filled, versatile space, offering a family room, an additional room ideal as a third bedroom or home office, and a convenient laundry and mechanical area. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced, expansive yard surrounded by mature trees-perfect for relaxation or outdoor gatherings. Additional highlights include a spacious two-car garage and a recently replaced roof (2023). Ideally located just steps from Hubbard Woods Metra, Tower Beach, downtown Winnetka, Greeley School, parks, and grocery stores, this turnkey home offers the perfect combination of charm, comfort, and convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!
Single-familyProperty Type
1911Year Built
7,313 sq ftLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Selma Nemeth• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Beverly Fleischman• Coldwell Banker Realty
Rehabbers only! Needs complete gut. Active roof leaks. Property fronts on Metra tracks - noise could be a concern. Tower Rd is a neighborhood throughfare street.
15 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
This home combines old world styling on the outside with modern amenities on the inside. Blue stone chip patio and flat grassy space enclosed with a wood fence and driveway gate allow for privacy. Metra, Pace bus is up the street.Shopping, schools,...
parks, services and dining are within blocks. Home overlooks the Green Bay trail and is within sight distance to Tower Road Beach. New Trier high school.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Adrienne Sassaman
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 972 Tower Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12270458
Mar 7, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$700,000
Mar 5, 2025
Pending
—
Jan 30, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Jan 15, 2025
Listed (Active)
$699,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12184254
Nov 4, 2024
Sold (MLS)
$699,000
Oct 10, 2024
Listed
$699,000
+4
BEST VALUE IN EAST WINNETKA! Not a thing to do to this quaint 2 + 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom home set in the heart of Winnetka. The classic entry with double closets opens to a sun-drenched living room with a fantastic picture window overlooking the generous backyard. Enjoy open-concept living with the adjacent dining room featuring plantation shutters and custom built-ins and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a long runway of granite countertops-perfect for prepping and entertaining. Tucked just beyond the kitchen is a cozy nook with built-in bench & extra storage plus an eye-catching designer pop of custom cabinetry, great for a sophisticated bar set up, or extra kitchen storage-and the big plus is the walk-in pantry nice for both everyday items and overflow. The second floor features a hall bath with tub, two bedrooms-one being the primary with loads of built-ins for extra closet space and an ensuite bath. The finished, light-filled basement includes a versatile family room, an adjacent bonus room that can be used as another bedroom or office, laundry and mechanical rooms. It's all here-open concept living at its best, fully fenced, large yard with tons of mature trees, generous 2 car garage, 1 year old roof, newly paved driveway. Fantastic location close to both Hubbard Woods and downtown Winnetka, schools, train, parks and grocery. This solid, well-built home offers so much, it can't be beat at this price point!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11916306
Nov 14, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$665,000
Oct 31, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Oct 25, 2023
Listed (Active)
$599,000
+20
HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY 10/30 AT 5PM. Move right in to the heart of Winnetka's Hubbard Woods neighborhood and in to this charming 2 bed, 2 bath home. This house offers so much, it's cosy but open plan sociable feel means you'll feel right at home as soon as you step inside. There are so many little details that make a big difference; the pretty shutters in the main level, the dining room built-ins, the corner seating looking over the yard, the list goes on and on. The finished basement includes a rec room, office/bonus room and laundry room. The basement windows are above ground, providing natural light to your lower level. The current owners love its proximity to the stores, restaurants and metro station for the city. They're big walkers so being directly off the famed Green Bay Trail for a stroll on the fresh air has been fantastic, as has being part of the Foxdale Ave community with its young families, block parties and welcoming atmosphere. With a large 2 car garage, generous lot, come and see if this is your little piece of Winnetka living. Lot's of updates including a new roof installed last week (October 26th/27th).
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11066831
Jun 30, 2021
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$530,000
Jun 27, 2021
Pending
—
May 18, 2021
Pending (Contingent)
—
May 1, 2021
Listed (New)
$525,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09404786
Jun 6, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$421,000
Jun 4, 2017
Pending
—
Apr 29, 2017
Contingent
—
Mar 14, 2017
Price Changed
$432,000
Jan 24, 2017
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Dec 24, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Dec 14, 2016
Listed (New)
$440,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08155974
Nov 29, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$360,000
Oct 23, 2012
Contingent
—
Oct 18, 2012
Price Changed
$350,000
Oct 13, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$367,000
Sep 27, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$375,000
Sep 10, 2012
Listed (New)
$400,000
Public Records
Dec 15, 2011
Sold
$170,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07882133
Nov 16, 2011
Contingent
—
Sep 20, 2011
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07882122
Nov 16, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Sep 20, 2011
Contingent
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07768766
Jul 30, 2011
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07768734
Jul 30, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,982 (+6.2%)
$19,751 + $51,250
$71,001
2022
$12,222 (+21.6%)
$24,139 + $31,860
$55,999
2021
$10,052 (+1.6%)
$16,458 + $22,274
$38,732
2020
$9,892 (+0.8%)
$16,458 + $22,274
$38,732
2019
$9,817 (+0.8%)
$16,458 + $25,642
$42,100
2018
$9,741 (+12.5%)
$14,264 + $26,349
$40,613
2017
$8,656 (+2.6%)
$14,264 + $26,349
$40,613
2016
$8,439 (+0.7%)
$14,264 + $26,349
$40,613
2015
$8,377 (+2.0%)
$11,886 + $24,785
$36,671
2014
$8,210 (+5.0%)
$11,886 + $24,785
$36,671
2013
$7,817 (−16.7%)
$11,886 + $24,785
$36,671
2012
$9,389 (−3.6%)
$13,167 + $29,780
$42,947
2011
$9,741 (+390.0%)
$13,167 + $33,630
$46,797
2010
$1,988 (+18.1%)
$13,167 + $33,630
$46,797
2009
$1,683 (−4.6%)
$13,349 + $39,667
$53,016
2008
$1,764 (−3.9%)
$21,359 + $34,448
$55,807
2007
$1,835
$21,359 + $34,448
$55,807
Tax history for 972 Tower Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,982 (+6.2%)
$19,751 + $51,250
$71,001
2022
$12,222 (+21.6%)
$24,139 + $31,860
$55,999
2021
$10,052 (+1.6%)
$16,458 + $22,274
$38,732
2020
$9,892 (+0.8%)
$16,458 + $22,274
$38,732
2019
$9,817 (+0.8%)
$16,458 + $25,642
$42,100
2018
$9,741 (+12.5%)
$14,264 + $26,349
$40,613
2017
$8,656 (+2.6%)
$14,264 + $26,349
$40,613
2016
$8,439 (+0.7%)
$14,264 + $26,349
$40,613
2015
$8,377 (+2.0%)
$11,886 + $24,785
$36,671
2014
$8,210 (+5.0%)
$11,886 + $24,785
$36,671
2013
$7,817 (−16.7%)
$11,886 + $24,785
$36,671
2012
$9,389 (−3.6%)
$13,167 + $29,780
$42,947
2011
$9,741 (+390.0%)
$13,167 + $33,630
$46,797
2010
$1,988 (+18.1%)
$13,167 + $33,630
$46,797
2009
$1,683 (−4.6%)
$13,349 + $39,667
$53,016
2008
$1,764 (−3.9%)
$21,359 + $34,448
$55,807
2007
$1,835
$21,359 + $34,448
$55,807
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,315 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,218
Year built
1911
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05174000280000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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),Transmitter(s)