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Winnetka, Illinois Real Estate Agents

Winnetka, Illinois is one of the storied well-heeled suburbs that make up Chicagolands’ North Shore community. The first houses here were built circa 1836 and the village was incorporated in 1869. The town’s name is alleged to have been found in a book on local Native American languages and is supposed to mean “beautiful land.” No such book, word, or definition has ever surfaced, however, and the name was most likely invented. Winnetka has given the world many celebrities, including former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, musicians Liz Phair and Richard Marx, actor Rock Hudson, and Olympic Gold Medalist Sarah Tueting. It has also been seen worldwide in many Hollywood feature films like “Home Alone,” “Uncle Buck,” “The Breakfast Club,” and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” Winnetka real estate agents consider this one of the most desirable areas to live in all of Illinois.

Winnetka has roughly 12,000 permanent citizens whose average age is 39.8 years and average income $178,500. They live in an assortment of houses, condos, and town homes that have a median value of $1,159,900. Winnetka has a lot to offer its residents and it is easy to see why this has always been one of the hottest areas to live in the region. The village practically sells itself to potential buyers, which makes it easy for Winnetka real estate agents to put families in homes. The village has an excellent school system that includes New Trier High School, considered one of the best high schools in the entire country. It is in close proximity to Chicago for those who work downtown or visit the city for pleasure on the weekends. Winnetka also puts a lot of emphasis on family life, which makes it a great place to raise children.

Single-family homes in Winnetka are large, lovely, and expensive, according to local Winnetka real estate agents, and are found in all the flavors favored by the well to do. There are Cape Cods, French Provincials and Eclectics, English Colonials, and others that range from fabulously restored vintage homes to this years’ brand new construction. Lavish homes with expansive grounds are common here and most homes are owner-occupied. Winnetka is one of the go-to suburbs homes with six or more bedrooms and baths, gourmet kitchens, in-home movie theaters, multiple fireplaces, and the best appliances. The smaller Colonials, Cape Cods, and such price out between $400,000 and $800,000, while the larger Georgians, Tudors, and other mansions can top out at $5,000,000 or more.

There are far fewer condos and townhouses in Winnetka than there are single-family homes. These types of dwellings are considered entry-level homes by Winnetka real estate agents, but even these can sell for as much as $700,000. No matter what type of home one might obtain in Winnetka, there are plenty of options for work and for play that help round out village life. There are three separate shopping districts (Indian Hill, Elm Street, and Hubbard Woods) that feature everything from gift shops, clothing boutiques, and banks to antique shops and grocery stores. There are four Lake Michigan beaches on the Winnetka waterline, with one being dog friendly. The Winnetka Park District is very active, hosting one of the largest hockey club programs in Illinois, plus opportunities for golfing, sailing, boating, ice skating and more.

The Villager of Winnetka lists its vision statement to be “…a village in a natural setting, committed to its tradition of residential neighborhoods, citizen involvement, local shops, and educational excellence” and Winnetka real estate agents will tell potential buyers that the village really does live up to its goals. It provides a distinctive place to start and raise a family, enjoy nature, and live on one’s own terms. It is one of the most sought-after locations in Illinois, with more activity and consumer interest than many other cities in the state. Buyers will want to look alive if they want to snare a home here, because it is certain that they will not be the only ones looking.

by Mike O'Cull

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