$261,700

beds

bath

1,117

square ft

716 Kirkwood Avenue

Winthrop Harbor, Illinois 60096

Active / MLS #12758190 / Single Family / Winthrop Harbor

Listing information updated 9/18/2026 at 6:03am

This bright, move-in-ready one-level ranch offers exceptional curb appeal and functional space on a sunny lot spanning over a quarter-acre. Step inside to an extra-spacious dining room that easily accommodates dual uses, such as a home office, play area, or secondary seating. Just a step down, the expansive living room serves as a central gathering hub featuring a sharp corner fireplace, a large front window and sliding glass doors that open directly to the back patio. The well-designed kitchen boasts ample cabinetry, a dedicated pantry closet with pull-out shelves, and a kitchen sink window overlooking the property. Both bedrooms are reasonable in size, have good closet space and share quick access to a nearby full bath. Extending the living space is a partly finished basement with family room, dedicated laundry zone, and extra storage space. Outside, the property features an oversized 24x22 detached garage alongside a sprawling, picturesque yard-ideal for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or summer activities, and located just minutes from Lake Michigan, North Point Marina for boating activities, and the Metra Train for easy commuting! Don't hesitate to bring your buyers to this sollid and clean home - soon!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Cedar

Basement:

Partially Finished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,117

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.29

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

20x16 - Main

Dining Room:

18x11 - Main

Kitchen:

12x10 - Main

Family Room:

20x12 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

12x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x9 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

8x6 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$4,911

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

60096

City:

Winthrop Harbor

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

1, 126

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi School

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Cedar

Basement:

Partially Finished,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,117

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.29

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

20x16 - Main

Dining Room:

18x11 - Main

Kitchen:

12x10 - Main

Family Room:

20x12 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

12x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x9 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

8x6 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$4,911

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

60096

City:

Winthrop Harbor

County:

Lake

School District(s):

1, 126

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi School

Listing Office: RE/MAX Plaza

Listing Office Phone: 847.596.6100

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