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$7,744,653$1,823 / ft²
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 67How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

525 ELM ST

WINNETKA, IL 60093
6
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
4,249 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1897
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$7.7M
$5.2M low$10M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$96,292 (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.$452,148 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,695
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$301,453
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$415,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$4,521,480

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.43
54
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.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.69
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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 · 0.9 mi
M
The Carleton W. Washburne SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 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%

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How this home compares

525 Elm 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
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Winnetka 60093
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 98% 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.

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$325K$5.7M

This home is worth more than almost all 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$7,744,653
CheaperTypical $1,657,575Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1823
CheaperTypical $568Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,249 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,913 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.69 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 525 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinnetka 60093Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$7,744,653almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1823almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,249 ft²78% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.69 ac76% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than18972% of homes5% of homes

About 525 Elm St

How much is 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL is $7,744,653 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $5,175,629 to $9,999,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL?

525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4,249 square feet of living space and a 0.69-acre lot.

When was 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL built?

525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL?

525 Elm 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 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL compare to other homes in Winnetka 60093?

Among the 6,975 homes in Winnetka 60093, it is worth more than almost all of them ($7,744,653 against a typical $1,657,575), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1823 against a typical $568), it is bigger than 78% of them (4,249 ft² against a typical 2,913 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.69 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1897 against a typical 1957). 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 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 525 Elm St, Winnetka, IL was $96,292. The county assessed it at $452,148.

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