This charming 2 Story, 4 Bedroom bungalow is located on one of Wilmette's most exceptional streets. Spencer Avenue is one of the best LOCATIONS in Wilmette. It is a quiet 2 block street that dead ends on each side into a park. To the East is Vattmann Park and to the West is Howard Park. You have an easy walk to train, town and McKenzie School. Restaurants, Shops, Theater and Library are all nearby. This brick paved street has wonderful neighbors & a great block party. The large eat-in kitchen has newer stainless-steel appliances and space for a table. It is also adjacent to the family room and dining room for a great flow and excellent family living. Sliding doors from the eating area lead out to the wonderful back yard and deck which has a Weber grill. The dining room features 2 built-in display cabinets and crown molding. The living room has a gas logs fireplace with an attractive rustic mantel and crown molding. The newer first floor bath has subway wall tiles, marble floor tiles, a white vanity, and walk-in shower. The master bedroom has a ceiling fan and walk in closet. The 3 family bedrooms have good size closets, and two have built-in dressers. Updates include a new house roof, 200 Amp electric service, copper plumbing, and a flood control system that includes a sump pump, drain tiles, and a battery backup. This is a wonderful home in an unbeatable location!
This beautifully renovated and coveted Westerfield townhome, updated in 2018, is light, airy, and ideally situated in east Wilmette tucked between Plaza del Lago and Langdon beach. Within Westerfield, this home sits ideally on the main leafy green courtyard of the complex and boasts an open layout with gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The pristine white kitchen, outfitted with top-of-the-line finishes, features an island, quartz countertops, Bosch appliances, and a small butler's pantry with a wine fridge. It opens up to the dining area and a spacious patio that offers a soothing peek at the blue waters of Lake Michigan. The generously sized bedrooms have been updated with new carpeting and light fixtures, while the bathrooms have been tastefully remodeled with white marble tiles and sparkling fixtures. The expansive lower level provides a welcoming family room, an additional exercise room or bedroom, and another full bath. The 2018 renovation addressed every detail, including new mechanicals, upgraded electrical wiring, and plumbing. Additionally, since 2019, the current owner has added a new front door, sump pump, ejector pit pump, drain tile with a sump in the window wells, a new thermostat, and aero-sealed ducts. As one of the largest and most move-in-ready homes in Westerfield, this property is truly exceptional. Showings begin on Tuesday, October 15th.
An outstanding renovation of this brick Georgan home. Special exterior features include new roofs, gutters, soffit fascia, windows, garage door, patio and front driveway. New interior features include 1 1/2-inch water service, all new copper water pipes, new 200-amp electric and the entire house has been rewired. The highlight of the first floor is the new open kitchen with center island, 42 in cabinets, quarts counters and stainless-steel appliances. The spacious primary suit with luxuries bath is the highlight of the second floor. The new lower-level recreation room w/ fireplace, built in bar, bedroom, full bath, and laundry utility room completes this wonderful home. Short walk to town, train and restaurants.
Classic curb appeal attracts you to this brick Wilmette Mid-Century-Modern split-level in Avoca/Marie Murphy, New Trier School Districts. Bright, spacious, immaculate open interior with a large living room and dining room boast hardwood floors on main and upper levels. Enjoy 2 two modern bathrooms. Home is great for entertaining when you include the roomy lower level family room. Laundry/utility room with outside entrance enjoys access to the back yard which is presently an organic garden. Large concrete crawl space for additional storage. Driveway parking for up to 3 cars. Near shopping, dining, schools, expressway, parks and recreation.
East Wilmette gem! A stunning brick East Wilmette home on oversized 80 x 175 lot w/ 6 BR/ 6.5 BA, conveniently located across from Gillson Park, beach, and Lake Michigan. A welcoming front terrace with views overlooking Gillson Park/beach sets the tone of this East Wilmette home. The first floor features a spacious foyer with dramatic high ceilings, formal living room with hardwood floors, fireplace, and lovely park and lake views. French doors lead to a library/office with custom cabinetry and bar area with and access to rear terrace and backyard. Spacious chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, large granite island and separate breakfast area nook with bay windows-a great layout for the serious cook. Adjacent formal dining room-perfect for hosting and entertaining. A large comfortable family room with partially vaulted ceiling with skylight that allows for lots of natural sunlight. There is a formal powder room located on the first floor. Second set of French doors lead to outside terrace and yard. The second floor features a large primary suite and full bathroom with separate shower and tub, custom built-ins for storage, and a large walk-in closet. The adjacent office/bedroom has an updated full bath. There are 2 other nicely-scaled bedrooms on second floor- both en-suite, plus full second-floor laundry room. The third floor has a large bedroom, full bath, plus office. Plus, the north portion of the third floor has a small wing-perfect for an extra office or bedroom. Nicely finished lower-level recreation room with full bath, dog shower, plus separate media room- plus lots of additional storage. 3-car garage and lots of extra driveway space for additional cars. A stunning gem on Michigan Avenue-steps to the beach, schools, downtown area, and Metra.
Enjoy lake and tree top views from this gracious 3 bedroom, 3 bath co-op overlooking Lake Michigan and Langdon Park. This intimate building has 4 apartments per floor. The large foyer welcomes you to this spacious co-op. The south facing living room has built-in book cases, parquet floors floors and lovely park and lake views. The elegant dining room is centrally located between the living room, lake room, and kitchen. The corner lake room has a wall of windows on both the east and south side providing amazing views all year long. The large kitchen has lovely wood cabinetry, lots of counter and cupboard space and opens to the dining room and also enjoys good views. The primary suite looks south over the park and also has lake views. There are two large closets and a bath en suite. The bath features a large walk-in shower. The second bedroom also has bath en-suite. The third bedroom is in its own wing with good closet space and full bath. In-unit laundry. This is a co-op. Assessments include taxes, common maintenance and insurance, heat, water, and doorman. There are two garage spaces #39, and #40.
What a find! Live directly across the street from the Wilmette Community Center in this 3 bed 2 bath tri-level home with a detached 2 car garage on a 165 ft. deep lot. Enjoy a bright living room with a vaulted ceiling, an eat-in kitchen, a separate formal dining room, 3 good sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms - one with a walk in shower and the other with a bathtub/shower combo. The big family room in the lower level is open to the main level giving you that spacious open floor plan while maintaining separate rooms. Lovingly cared for by long time owners, this mid century gem has some details still in tact such as hardwood floors under the carpeting in the living room, dining room, upstairs hall and all three bedrooms, the original wrought iron railings and a custom window covering in the living room. Complete new roof on the house in 2016 and the garage roof was replaced in 2019. This is an estate sale and is being sold As-Is. The upper oven and cooktop are not working correctly and hot water in the 2nd floor bathroom sink does not flow well. These conditions are reflected in the listing price. Although some updates might be wanted by the new owner, this home is in good condition and the location and schools are outstanding. Award winning New Trier High School, Wilmette Jr High and Romona Elementary. This amazing location is central to EVERYTHING - The Edens expressway, Old Orchard (Westfield) and Edens Plaza Shopping Centers, walking distance to the Wilmette Community Center and a short distance to everything that Wilmette has to offer - including the beach! You will love living here!
A lovely East Wilmette stucco home cherished by the same owners for more than fifty years will be available to a new owner very soon. This East Wilmette home is situated on a 50 by 196 lot. This home is beautifully situated in East Wilmette. Only a few block to the purple line and a half mile to Gillson Park, with it's Lake Michigan Beach. Well within a mile offers access to Metra in Evanston or Wilmette, golf at The Evans at Canal Shores (newly renovated), or a plethora of shopping and dining options on Central St. in Evanston or downtown Wilmette. The yard is anything but traditional. View the garden in front yard from a spacious front porch, shade gardens adorn both front and back yards, with tons of eye-catching ground cover and flowers. The fully fenced backyard has a gorgeous two-tier cedar deck (rebuilt in 2023) overlooking artwork and a small manmade brook flowing through three gentle waterfalls into a peaceful pond. A traditional foyer circa 1915 offers a choice of entering the living room or the second level. Hardwood flooring throughout the main level. Both the stairway and second floor have carpet-covered hardwood. The living and dining rooms feature whitewashed pecky cypress paneled accent walls. The living room fireplace has been converted to gas for convenience. Dining spaces include a breakfast nook and formal dining room with original built-ins. A modest, white kitchen was updated in 2006. Finishing out the first floor is an office with full bathroom and sliding glass door accessing the back deck. The carpeted second floor is laid out to accommodate four bedrooms and two full baths. The ensuite primary has a spatially efficient bathroom with shower. The primary bedroom also boasts a private sundeck. The second level full bath was tastefully renovated in 2008. The unfinished basement is about two-thirds of the home's footprint and had a dark room and currently still sports a pool table and of course, plenty of storage. Improvements over the decades are too numerous to list. This wonderful home is ready for a new chapter. Whether new owners find it ideal for their needs as presented, or have grand visions to transform it, this beauty will be available for showings late in the day September 20th through the afternoon of September 22nd. No early showings, no exceptions. The home is offered "As-Is".
Ideal location for this 3 bedroom/ 2 bath home situated across from Romona Elementary School. Freshly painted, new carpet upstairs, newer roof, windows and mechanicals. Walk to Wilmette Junior High, Highcrest Middle School, Rec Center and Centennial Park. Large rear yard and a one car garage. The price is right so you will want to check this home out!
Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Wilmette, near the vibrant downtown with awesome restaurants, shopping, schools, the Metra and more! This expansive updated home offers an unbeatable combination of convenience, comfort, and style - it is a true retreat! Fall in love with the thoughtful combination of architectural significance throughout, coupled with the transitional renovation! Welcome home and enjoy the lovely covered front porch and gracious foyer which lead to the formal living room and sun filled dining room adjoining all areas on the first level. You will find high ceilings, gorgeous updated windows, hardwood floors, updated plumbing, electrical and more! Prepare to be impressed by the stunning brand new kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, an oversized island, top of the line appliances and the incredible butlers work space. This chef's kitchen also has an open-concept family room complete with a gas log fireplace, a new surround & mantle creating the perfect space for family and entertaining. All of this plus exceptional views. You will also appreciate a private and convenient first-floor office which provides an ideal work or getaway space! Two staircases will lead you to the second level offering 4 bedrooms, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, large, updated windows and more. The primary bedroom offers a seating area and includes an outdoor deck, two large walk-in closets, a beautiful bathroom with soaking tub, step in shower and separate sinks. The three additional bedrooms, laundry, and a newly renovated second bathroom complete this level. The third level offers endless possibilities with the fifth bedroom offering great space, and full bathroom. The fully finished lower level presents an incredible opportunity for additional living and entertainment space, or children's play area, including a full bathroom, additional laundry, and ample storage options. A convenient walk out to the rear yard is great for easy access. Outside the rear deck is large enough for a table area, seating area and grilling. Count on enjoying your own private sanctuary in the backyard featuring an outstanding pool and hot tub complete with the covered pool house and the outdoor firepit! The detached two-car garage has an extended space for oversized vehicles and also has tremendous additional storage space on all sides, plus elevated shelving. Do not miss the basketball court area or simply more play space! The current homeowners have loved updating this home throughout the years while impeccably maintaining the original beauty of 1818! Do not miss your chance to make this your forever home!
Instagram updates for this NEW CONSTRUCTION in progress @aldonajanuszdesigngroup. PICTURES ARE FROM PREVIOUS PROJECTS. Make this luxury home your own. Estimated delivery time February 2025. Step into this 4,100sf custom build with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms on a privately located cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after New Trier and Loyola Academy School District. The gorgeous Wilmette Golf Club and vibrant area with amazing restaurants and shopping center are just minutes away. With its sweeping staircase, the grand foyer invites you into a truly remarkable open living space with 17-foot cathedral ceiling, gorgeous hardwood flooring, two fireplaces, and floor-to-ceiling, oversized Marvin windows designed for maximizing the space and natural light. Whether spending time indoors or outdoors on the beautiful custom-built patio, you will experience privacy, peace, and the perfect space for family time and entertaining. Every detail has been carefully curated, showcasing sophistication with a mixture of traditional and contemporary styles. From the gourmet kitchen located in the heart of this charming home with a hidden pantry, oversized island, and state-of-the-art appliances, to the 2 primary bedrooms with spa-like bathrooms and walk in closets, every detail exemplifies comfort and elegance. 2 additional bedrooms with Jack and Jill bathroom on the first floor. The 2nd floor mezzanine provides a superior space for remote work with an amazing view and beautiful morning sunlight. There is an option to expand into an additional playroom room or a storage. And we did not forget practical matters - a large mudroom with oversized storage nicely flows into the 2-car garage with an EV charger. Stop by for a quick tour of this suburban paradise! We cannot wait to help you make it your own
BUILDER'S CUSTOM BUILT COLONIAL - FIRST OWNERS & FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET. HARDWOOD FLOORS ALL OVER. SOLID OAKWOOD STAIRWELL & RAILINGS. DRAMATIC 2 STORY STONE FIREPLACE. 2-ZONED HEATING/AC. DRAMATIC COVED CEILING IN DINING ROOM AND GOURMET KITCHEN WITH ALL STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES WITH SLIDING DOOR LEADING TO DECK FOR OUTDOOR EATING. GRANITE COUNTERTOPS W/BUILT-IN WINE COOLER. PRIMARY BEDROOM WITH HIS & HER'S CLOSETS, JACUZZI & RADIANTLY HEATED FLOOR, ALL BEDROOMS W/CATHEDRAL CEILINGS EXCEPT BASEMENT. FULL FINISHED BASEMENT IN RADIANT HEATED FLOORING AND BACKUP SUMP PUMP. 2-CAR HEATED GARAGE. SO MUCH MORE.BEAUTIFUL AMENITIES TO VIEW.
Discover the epitome of modern luxury living in this new construction home located in the prestigious neighborhood of Wilmette! This stunning new construction residence features 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, offering an expansive 6,300 square feet of meticulously designed space. Every detail is being carefully curated, showcasing all-new finishes that blend sophistication with contemporary style. From the gourmet kitchen to the spa-like bathrooms, this home exemplifies comfort and elegance. With a spectacular and unique parking arrangement you will be able to Indulge in the perfect fusion of upscale living and suburban charm with this unparalleled property.
Seller says Sell! Charming, Modern and Fully Updated House located at the Heart of Wilmette! Award Winning Schools and close to one of the North Shore's finest downtowns! Brand New Windows all around allowing natural sunlight to come in, warm tones, and custom finishes on each corner. Ideal floor plan for all your needs. Soft Closing Shaker Style Cabinets wrapped up into Modern Quartz Countertop. Ultramodern Back-splash, High End Stainless Appliances, Hardwood Floors Extended throughout the entire Home with Recessed and Canned Lighting in every room. Beautiful, Custom Stone surround fireplaces in the Living Room and Lower Level Family Room. Gorgeously renovated Bathrooms feat. Designer Vanities & Lighting. Fenced in Yard with Oversized Paver Patio. Home Run! Roof and Painting credit to be offered. Tours begin on Wednesday. March 20th.
The median home value in Wilmette, IL is $937,500. This is higher than the county median home value of $279,800. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Wilmette, IL is $937,500. Approximately 83.57% of Wilmette homes are owned, compared to 11.4% rented, while 5.03% are vacant. Wilmette real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Wilmette real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Wilmette, Illinois has a population of 27,895. Wilmette is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 47.14% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 29.73%.
The median household income in Wilmette, Illinois is $173,967. The median household income for the surrounding county is $72,121 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Wilmette is 45.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 16.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.4 inches per year, with 35.9 inches of snow per year.