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Property Description
One of East Winnetka's most coveted locations! Handsome brick Colonial with separate studio perfectly blends timeless character with modern updates. Fresh and bright with a circular floor plan and hardwood floors. Wonderful living and entertaining spaces: generous living & dining rooms, family room and an updated eat-in kitchen with bright white cabinetry, a cozy built-in breakfast area overlooking the back yard plus a walk-in pantry. Light-filled spaces throughout the 1st floor offer a warm and inviting atmosphere. Upstairs, 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a beautiful primary suite with walk-in closet and an updated bath. Lower level provides comfortable recreation space perfect for play or lounging plus great storage. Fabulous vaulted ceiling bonus room above the garage with heating, A/C, and gleaming floors-offers incredible flexibility as a home office, gym or creative studio. Enjoy outdoor living with a wonderful backyard, plus stone patio and fire pit-ideal for play, entertaining or quiet evenings. Over 3000SF of beautifully finished living space just steps from Greeley Elementary, New Trier, the Metra, the Village Green, and the beach. Truly, the best of East Winnetka living!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 305 Poplar St
General
- Sold For: $1,500,000
- Taxes: $19,075 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12499401
- Added to Site: 115 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Winnetka
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Sheridan road to Willow road. Willow west to Poplar. South on Poplar
School Information
- School District: 36
- Midd School District: 36
- Elementary School: Greeley Elementary School
- Middle School: Carleton W Washburne 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, Zoned, Dual
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Plantation Shutters
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,128
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1926
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Other, Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 53 x 140
- Lot Features: Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1926
- Tax Amount: $19,075
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5213080080000
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Schools
Schools serving 305 Poplar St
School Districts:Winnetka School District 36, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Greeley Elementary School, Winnetka, IL 275 Fairview Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | K-4 | 0.2 mi |
The Skokie School 520 Glendale Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 5-6 | 1.2 mi |
Carleton W Washburne School 515 Hibbard Road, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 7-8 | 1.4 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 2.2 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 305 Poplar St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/15/2026
Sold
$1,500,000
20%
MLS
10/27/2025
Listed
$1,250,000
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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.
305 Poplar Street, Winnetka, IL 60093 (MLS# 12499401) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,500,000 on January 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 305 Poplar Street? 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.

