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$3,424,635
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 61How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

279 LINDEN ST

WINNETKA, IL 60093
0
Baths
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$3.4M
$2.1M low$4.8M high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$3,424,635
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$2,739,708

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,980 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$12,856 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,856
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,856
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$128,560

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Greeley Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.6 mi
H
New Trier Township High School - WinnetkaA-
High · Grades 10–12 · 0.8 mi
M
The Carleton W. Washburne SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Winnetka School District 36

Neighborhood · ZIP 60093These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,952 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$236,385
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$357,267
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

279 Linden St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Winnetka 60093

What homes are worth in Winnetka 60093

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$287K$5.3M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Winnetka 60093.

How it measures up in Winnetka 60093

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winnetka 60093.

Estimated value$3,424,635
CheaperTypical $1,606,094Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

How 279 Linden St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinnetka 60093Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,424,63590% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac4% of homes35% of homes

About 279 Linden St

How much is 279 Linden St, Winnetka, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Linden St, Winnetka, IL is $3,424,635 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,082,721 to $4,766,549. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

What schools serve 279 Linden St, Winnetka, IL?

279 Linden St, Winnetka, IL is assigned to Greeley Elementary School (elementary), rated A; New Trier Township High School - Winnetka (high), rated A-; The Carleton W. Washburne School (middle), rated A. All sit in Winnetka School District 36. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Linden St, Winnetka, IL compare to other homes in Winnetka 60093?

Among the 7,014 homes in Winnetka 60093, it is worth more than 90% of them ($3,424,635 against a typical $1,606,094) and its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.3 ac). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 279 Linden St, Winnetka, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 279 Linden St, Winnetka, IL was $2,980. The county assessed it at $12,856.

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