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$1,599,000
50 Days On Site

275 White Oak Lane
Winnetka, IL 60093

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
4
Beds
6
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,598
SqFt
$444
/SqFt
1980
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Compass
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First Time on the Market - Coveted White Oak Lane Tucked away on a private 1/2 acre lot on one of Winnetka's most desirable private streets walkable to downtown Winnetka, train, schools, and Lake Michigan, this striking contemporary offers refined living in one of the North Shore's premier locations. For the retro enthusiast ...Designed by architect Bruce Johnson for the current owner, the home is a masterful expression of modern elegance, where innovative materials and meticulous craftsmanship create a seamless blend of form and function across 3,596 square feet.The sun-filled, open-concept main level with panoramic views and soaring vaulted ceilings is ideal for both relaxed family living and sophisticated entertaining. A cozy stylized "lounge" with Fireplace has open sight lines to 5 floor to ceiling windows with views of the spectacular grounds. The bright kitchen features an island, breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and opens to the dining and living spaces. The sought-after first-floor primary suite includes dual baths, spacious closets, and private views of the lush landscaped yard. A first-floor office (could be part of the primary suite, complete with sliding doors to the patio, could serve as a fourth bedroom with a full bath conveniently located across the hall. Upstairs, two private wings includes ensuite bedrooms with vaulted ceilings each open to private patios, with study/play rooms or storage attached. A special second-floor "crib"/playroom with fireplace open to the first floor living and views provides a perfect retreat. The expansive lower level (additional 1654 sq ft) impresses with a full second kitchen, media room, billiards room, and versatile recreation spaces for all ages-including room for a second office and/or gym. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage, updated mechanicals (HVAC 2025), security system, in-ground sprinkler system, gas grill hookup, beautifully landscaped private outdoor areas, central vacuum system and abundant basement storage. Recent upgrades include a new cedar roof (2024) and new driveway. Lovingly and meticulously maintained by its original owners, this exceptional home (vintage 1978) contemporary design offers modern amenities, and an unbeatable location-walking distance to schools, parks, town and train.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,599,000
Days On Site 
50 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,598 sqft
Total Baths 
6
Full Baths 
5
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1980
MLS® Number 
12425900
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$29,805
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a week agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
2 weeks agoPrice changed to $1,599,000
2 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOn SiteAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Style 
Contemporary
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherWasherDryer
Basement 
Partially FinishedBath/StubbedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Wood BurningGas Starter
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Carpet
Heating 
Natural Gas
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Vaulted Ceiling(s)Cathedral Ceiling(s)Wet BarBuilt-in FeaturesOpen FloorplanPantry
Laundry Features 
Main LevelGas Dryer HookupLaundry ChuteSink
Window Features 
Skylight(s)Window Treatments
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 29X14Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 23X14Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 16X13Level - Main
Den 
Dimensions - 12X12Level - Second
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 18X17Level - Main
Eating Area 
Dimensions - 12X8Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 14X14Level - Main
Game Room 
Dimensions - 11X10Level - Basement
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 25X14Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island,Breakfast Room
Kitchen- 2nd 
Dimensions - 21X9Level - Basement
Laundry 
Dimensions - 9X6Level - Main
Library 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 19X16Level - Main
Loft 
Dimensions - 12X12Level - Second
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 18X13Level - Main
Media Room 
Dimensions - 24X16Level - Basement
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 39X18Level - Basement
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 31X9Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stone
Exterior 
BarbecueBalconyOutdoor GrillLighting
Fencing 
Partial
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatio
Roof 
Shake
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)Window Treatments
Community Features
Community Features 
Street Lights
MLS Area 
Winnetka
School District 
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Township 
New Trier
Schools
School District
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Elementary School
Crow Island Elementary School
Middle School
Carleton W Washburne School
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Compass



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