Winnetka public schools open on Tuesday, August 29 with the new kindergarten assignments in place. Because of overcrowding at Crow Island School and the decision to make kindergarten full-day, all Winnetka District 36 kindergarteners will be attending either Hubbard Woods or Greeley. This is a temporary solution and will be in effect for one to two years. The district's website has all the kindergarten information parents need and should be bookmarked: Winnetka District 36 Kindergarten Overview.  The website is packed with information including schedules, before and after day care, and busing options.  Parents have the option of choosing half-day or full-day kindergarten.  Full day kindergarten schedule:   Half day kindergarten schedule: The schools will also offer two options for afte... 08/25/2017

Updated 20225 Effortless Ways to Improve Your Curb Appeal There are certain real estate mantras that will always be true (location, location location!)  Also near the top of the list is curb appeal, a devastatingly important detail when selling your home.  Pleasing curb appeal translates to: you only have a few moments to make a great first impression.  And a first impression can be a lasting impression.If you don't have it, you must create it. And if you do have good appeal, check and recheck to make sure it's the best it can be. Most homes in Winnetka and the North Shore are simply gorgeous - but even they can have flaws that buyers will notice.There are many things you can do to fix or enhance your home's curb appeal - here are the 5 quickest and easiest to do and they make a world o... 08/22/2017

By Art Wilson, RealtorWinnetka’s July Property sales were 34, down -8.1% from 37 in July of 2016 and -29.2% lower than the 48 sales last month. July 2017 sales were at a mid level compared to July of 2016 and 2015. July YTD sales of 190 are running 21.0% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 157.The Median Sales Price in July was $1,042,500, down -20.7% from $1,315,000 in July of 2016 and down -6.0% from $1,108,750 last month. The Average Sales Price in July was $1,122,971, down -21.0% from $1,421,973 in July of 2016 and down -14.6% from $1,314,915 last month. July 2017 ASP was at the lowest level compared to July of 2016 and 2015.The Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of July was 164, down -9.9% from 182 last month and down -26.1% from 222 in July of last year. Ju... 08/17/2017

Every day I read real estate related articles from around the country.  The theme - now and for the past several years - has been low inventory.  A lack of housing is causing prices to climb and some people to stay put because they don't think they can buy a new home in their hot market.As many of you know, that does not seem to be the problem in the North Shore communities of Winnekta, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, and Northfield. The common refrain is "Gee, there sure are a lot of For Sale signs around."  Yes, there are. But does that mean that we have high inventory? Homes in Winnetka are not, except in rare cases, selling in a few days with multiple offers. In Winnetka, there is a wait to get under-contract and it usually involves some price adjustments.  Of the 152 homes available... 08/14/2017

 New Hubbard Woods homes for sale: Six new homes came on the market in July:  1280 Scott - $850,0004 bedrooms/2.1 baths        1022 Dinsmore  - $885,0004 bedrooms/ 2 1.2 bathsMediterranean style - no garage      1502 Edgewood - $1,169,0005 bedrooms/4.2 bathsBeautiful renovation      1129 Taylorsport - $1,400,0004 bedrooms/2.1 bathsI didn't think I could like contemporary style but this home is well laid out, light, and airy      1161 Pine - $1,850,0004 bedrooms, 2.1 bathsAn acre of land, not sure if a builder bought it but I imagine that's what happened      860 Lamson - $2,750,0008 bedrooms/7.2 bathsA large house needing large work but has good bones. The house faces Lamson and the yard backs up to Tower Rd.         Sold Hubbard Woods Homes in July Eight homes closed in July - six of t... 08/07/2017

Winnetka homes that closed in July 2017 are listed below - including address, price, number of bedrooms and bathrooms.   WINNETKA   See all Winnetka homes for sale To CONTACT Margaret Goss, please call 847-977-6024 or email:  margaret.goss@bairdwarner.comMargaret Goss is a full-time real estate agent since 1998 servicing the North Shore communities of Winnetka, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Northfield, Glenview, and Evanston.  See full BIO for Margaret Goss. 08/02/2017

UPDATED 2019 There are many ways to search for a new home in the North Shore. Whether you are looking for a home, condo, rental, new construction, particular school, or certain area, I have it all covered!The property searches below are all on the market and available. They are in real time and you won't have to wonder if they sold six months ago!SCROLL DOWN TO SEE HOMES FOR SALE IN WINNETKA, WILMETTE, KENILWORTH, GLENCOE, AND GLENVIEW.  WINNETKA Homes under $500,000Homes between 500,000 and  $1 millionHomes between $1-2 millionHomes over $2 millionNew construction homesCondos/Townhouses for salePet-friendly condos for saleHubbard Woods School District homes for saleGreeley School District homes for saleCrow Island School District homes for sale Ranch homes for saleForeclosures/short sa... 08/01/2017

By Art Wilson, RealtorWinnetka’s June Property sales were 48, up 45.5% from 33 in June of 2016 and 140.0% higher than the 20 sales last month. June 2017 sales were at their highest level compared to June of 2016 and 2015. June YTD sales of 156 are running 30.0% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 120.The Median Sales Price in June was $1,108,750, down -12.4% from $1,265,000 in June of 2016 and up 12.3% from $987,500 last month. The Average Sales Price in June was $1,314,915, down -6.3% from $1,402,610 in June of 2016 and up 4.8% from $1,255,175 last month. June 2017 ASP was at the lowest level compared to June of 2016 and 2015The Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of June was 174, down -0.6% from 175 last month and down -19.1% from 215 in June of last year. June ... 07/13/2017

Lots, that's what! There is always a lot hopping in Winnetka - particularly during the summer months. Here's what you can still squeeze in before the month is out! WINNETKA/NORTHFIELD SIDEWALK SALESaturday and Sunday, July 14 and 15The yearly tradition returns again this coming weekend  (In Northfield, the sale starts Wednesday, July 10.)  Area merchants along with a few hand selected specialty vendors will be setting up their wares in East Winnetka, West Winnetka, and Hubbard Woods.  Browse unique shops and salons and find incredible deals. NEILSON USTA PRO TENNIS TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPJuly 10-14 at the Nielson Tennis CenterThis recurring one-of-a-kind event attracts some of the finest tennis players in the world with both national and international participation. Find out more at:  2017 ... 07/12/2017

 Nine new homes listed for sale  in June in Hubbard Woods:   809 Green Bay Road - $499,0003 bedrooms + 2 baths        870 Locust - $849,000 (land value)1/3 acre       1359 Tower Road - $979,0004 bedrooms + 2.2 baths      109 Old Green Bay - $1,050,000 (under contract same day as listed.)5 bedrooms + 4 1/2 bathsOlder home needing updating with lots of space and yard      985 Pine  - $1,199,000 (under contract in 2 days) 4 bedrooms + 3.1 baths      1258 Forest Glen South - $1,250,000 reduced to $1,199,0004 bedrooms + 3.1 baths       152 Old Green Bay  - $1,200,0004 bedrooms + 4.1 baths       1493 Asbury - $1,675,000Just completed new construction with 4 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths.      966 Pine Tree - $3,475,000Proposed new construction by Heritage Homes with a 2018 completion date     635 ... 07/04/2017

 Across the board, every one of the local villages has seen the lowering of sales prices from the first half of 2017 to the first half of 2017.  In some cases just a few percentage points, in others a more substantial number.    Winnetka, Kenilworth, and Glencoe all showed an increase in total sales which were substantial.  But the numbers show that the North Shore market is more than flat, it's declining in price.  The list to sell price ratio is decent in Wilmette and Northfield, but some of the other towns have a very low number indicating that the original list prices were too high.  This is a continuing problem with newly listed homes in the North Shore. Most agents understand that regular price reductions will bring the price down to a level where buyers can perceive value.  While... 07/03/2017

Here are the closed house sales for Winnetka, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Northfield, and Glencoe for June 2017.  Includes addresses and sold price.  WINNETKA  KENILWORTH  WILMETTE  NORTHFIELD    GLENCOE  07/03/2017

Greeley Elementary School, Winnetka, IL - June 2017 About Greeley Elementary School Greeley Elementary School is a P-4 school in District 36, and is located at 275 Fairview Avenue in Winnetka, IL. It services homes in Winnetka. Average taxes $24,711 Average association fees $450 ($0 - $632) Average home size 4,084 ft2 Average lot size 0.45 acres Average year built 1937 Photos of Greeley Elementary School  Homes for sale that attend Greeley Elementary School Address Beds Baths Built Price 500 Sheridan Rd., Winnetka, IL 4 3.1 1949 $1,825,000 738 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 5 4.1 1903 $1,299,000 530 Willow Rd., Winnetka, IL 5 3.2   $1,500,000 851 Sheridan Rd., Winnetka, IL 5 4.1 1935 $2,195,000 490 Cherry St., Winnetka, IL 6 4.1 1923 $1,895,000 678 Sheridan Rd., Winnetka, IL       $1,349,0... 06/28/2017

Carleton W Washburne School, Winnetka, IL - June 2017 About Carleton W Washburne School Carleton W Washburne School is a 7-8 school in District 36, and is located at 515 Hibbard Road in Winnetka, IL. It services homes in Winnetka. Average taxes $23,462 Average association fees $715 ($0 - $1,691) Average home size 4,247 ft2 Average lot size 0.44 acres Average year built 1954 Photos of Carleton W Washburne School  Homes for sale that attend Carleton W Washburne School Address Beds Baths Built Price 640 Winnetka Mews #403, Winnetka, IL 3 3.0 1971 $649,000 1359 Tower Rd., Winnetka, IL 4 2.2 1963 $979,000 500 Sheridan Rd., Winnetka, IL 4 3.1 1949 $1,825,000 845 Lamson Dr., Winnetka, IL 4 3.2 1943 $1,750,000 738 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 5 4.1 1903 $1,299,000 518 Rosewood Ave., Winnetka, IL... 06/28/2017

The Skokie School, Winnetka, IL - June 2017 About The Skokie School The Skokie School is a 5-6 school in District 36, and is located at 520 Glendale Avenue in Winnetka, IL. It services homes in Winnetka. Average taxes $26,018 Average association fees $786 ($0 - $2,000) Average home size 4,769 ft2 Average lot size 0.45 acres Average year built 1957 Photos of The Skokie School  Homes for sale that attend The Skokie School Address Beds Baths Built Price 760 Mount Pleasant St., Winnetka, IL       $699,000 760 Mount Pleasant St., Winnetka, IL 3 2.0 1951 $699,000 851 Sheridan Rd., Winnetka, IL 5 4.1 1935 $2,195,000 387 Provident Ave., Winnetka, IL 4 4.1 2005 $1,269,000 425 Provident Ave., Winnetka, IL 4 2.1 1909 $649,000 1000 Willow Rd., Winnetka, IL 4 4.1 2005 $1,195,000 1503 Asbury Ave., W... 06/28/2017

Hubbard Woods Elementary School, Winnetka, IL - June 2017 About Hubbard Woods Elementary School Hubbard Woods Elementary School is a K-4 school in District 36, and is located at 1110 Chatfield Road in Winnetka, IL. It services homes in Winnetka. Average taxes $24,747 Average association fees $760 ($0 - $1,691) Average home size 5,079 ft2 Average lot size 0.44 acres Average year built 1969 Photos of Hubbard Woods Elementary School  Homes for sale that attend Hubbard Woods Elementary School Address Beds Baths Built Price 845 Lamson Dr., Winnetka, IL 4 3.2 1943 $1,750,000 1359 Tower Rd., Winnetka, IL 4 2.2 1963 $979,000 640 Winnetka Mews #403, Winnetka, IL 3 3.0 1971 $649,000 1258 Forest Glen Dr., Winnetka, IL 4 3.1 1947 $1,199,000 693 Walden Rd., Winnetka, IL 6 3.2 1906 $1,195,000 1305 A... 06/28/2017

By Art Wilson, RealtorWinnetka’s May Property sales were 19, down -20.8% from 24 in May of 2016 and -34.5% lower than the 29 sales last month. May 2017 sales were at their lowest level compared to May of 2016 and 2015. May YTD sales of 107 are running 23.0% ahead of last year's year-to-date sales of 87.The Median Sales Price in May was $1,040,000, equal to $1,040,000 in May of 2016 and up 12.9% from $921,000 last month. The Average Sales Price in May was $1,272,026, up 1.9% from $1,248,125 in May of 2016 and up 18.3% from $1,075,198 last month. May 2017 ASP was at a mid range compared to May of 2016 and 2015.The Total Inventory of Properties available for sale as of May was 172, down -2.3% from 176 last month and down -21.8% from 220 in May of last year. May 2017 Inventory was at the lo... 06/13/2017

UPDATED 2019 As in most North Shore villages, there is an east and west side of town.  The east is considered everything that lies east of Green Bay Road as it runs north and south parallel to Lake Michigan.  Often, but not always, the most expensive homes are found on the east side.When considering buying a home in east Winnetka, it's important to know that it's a big area and actually uses three different elementary schools.  Greeley school is often thought of the school for east Winnetka, but if you buy north of Tower Road, you will be in the Hubbard Woods school district.  And going farther, north, there is a tiny area that lies in Winnetka but sends its children to South school in Glencoe.Winnetka's main downtown district is divided into East Elm and West Elm. They are both equally... 06/09/2017

 Twelve new homes came on the market in Hubbard Woods in May.  Only one was under $1 million.  NEW HUBBARD WOODS LISTINGS   1510 Tower - $849,000         1000 Vernon - $1,150,000        1502 Edgewood - $1,225,000        246 Scott - $1,250,000         693 Walden - $1,280,000        1045 Pine - $1,545,000        1357 Sunview - 1,575,000         1045 Dinsmore - $1,789,000          949 Fisher - $1,950,000         1141 Chatfield - $1,849,000 (started at $1,975,000)         1369 Sunview - $2,095,000        675 Blackthorn - $3,795,000         CLOSED HOME SALES IN HUBBARD WOODS  960 Old Green Bay List price: $849,000Sold price:  $725,000Days on market:  73     281 ScottList price and sold price:  $749,000Days on market:  4       770 RosewoodList price:  $825,000Sold price:  $802,500Days on mark... 06/04/2017

See what sold in May in Winnetka, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Northfield, Glencoe, and Glenview.  Wilmette continues to show strong sales with a total of 46 closes compared to Winnetka's 16. WINNETKA Median price:  $1,080,000Average price:  $1,370,0001 foreclosure  WILMETTEMedian price:  $710,000Average price:  $802,0003 short sales KENILWORTHMedian price:  $1,738,000Average price:  $1,610,000    GLENCOEMedian price:  $1,0660,000Average price:  $1,360,000 NORTHFIELDMedian price:  $935,000Average price:  $938,000  GLENVIEWMedian price:  $542,000Average price: $618,0002 foreclosures             06/01/2017