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Property Description
Meticulously maintained central-entry brick Colonial in the sought-after Hubbard Woods School District. Offering grand living spaces filled with natural light, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home truly checks every box. A gracious foyer opens to the inviting living room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace, abundant windows, and custom built-in cabinetry. The separate dining room, with French doors leads to the sunroom and expansive professionally landscaped yard. The charming white kitchen has newer appliances and a planning desk, while a first-floor office is conveniently located adjacent to a full bath with shower. Upstairs, the luxe primary suite features a beautifully renovated bath with heated floors, a walk-in shower, and a heated towel rack. Three additional spacious bedrooms share an updated hall bath with tub. The lower level offers an expansive recreation room, new washer and dryer, and plenty of storage. A hard-to-find attached 2-car garage and generous driveway parking add to the home's appeal. Perfectly located across from Nick Corwin Park, just a short drive to the expressway, and within walking distance to town, this classic Winnetka combines timeless charm with spaces for today's lifestyle.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1523 Tower Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,103,000
- Taxes: $16,604 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12620073
- Added to Site: 49 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath, Bookcases, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Winnetka
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Tower Road to Grove. Corner of Tower and Grove. Front door on Grove.
School Information
- School District: 36
- Midd School District: 36
- Elementary School: Hubbard Woods Elementary School
- Middle School: The Skokie School
- High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- Private School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,503
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1955
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 149
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1955
- Tax Amount: $16,604.61
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 5182240260000
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Schools
Schools serving 1523 Tower Rd
School Districts:New Trier Township High School District 203, Winnetka School District 36
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hubbard Woods Elementary School 1110 Chatfield Road, Winnetka, IL 60093 | K-4 | 0.8 mi |
Carleton W Washburne School 515 Hibbard Road, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 7-8 | 0.9 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 1.8 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 2.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1523 Tower Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/13/2026
Sold
$1,103,000
0.73%
MLS
4/15/2026
Listed
$1,095,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1523 Tower Road, Winnetka, IL 60093 (MLS# 12620073) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,103,000 on May 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 1523 Tower Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Winnetka? You can browse all Winnetka real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

