1029 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, Illinois 60091


$2,007,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 0
Cost/Sqft:
Beds: 5
Baths: 5
Year Built: 1894
Property Taxes: $35,327
Days On Market: 30
Lot Size: 0,20
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Description

East Wilmette Beauty! Ideally located in one of Wilmette's most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers exceptional walkability to downtown shops and restaurants, top-rated schools, the Metra, and the beach. Charming wide front porch, tall ceilings, and timeless vintage details are seamlessly blended with modern amenities. The thoughtfully designed open floor plan is filled with natural light throughout. The gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances opens to the family room, breakfast nook, and convenient mudroom-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Four bedrooms are located on the second floor, along with a spacious laundry room and abundant storage closets. The expansive primary suite features vaulted ceilings, windows on three sides, and separate his-and-hers closets. The elegant primary bath includes a classic clawfoot tub, heated floors, dual sinks, and a separate shower. The third floor offers a private treetop bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests, a home office, or a quiet retreat. The dug-out finished basement with heated floors provides exceptional additional living space, including a media area, and bar for entertaining. A full bath, exercise room, and additional laundry area complete the lower level. Outside, enjoy a long private driveway, a secluded backyard with a patio, and a two-plus-car garage. An unbeatable East Wilmette location combining convenience, charm, and lifestyle. Welcome home!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1894
No
0.2
Cook
0 / Not Applicable
12590929
05341070020000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Central Elementary School
39
Middle School
Wilmette Junior High School
39 Not in DB
High School
New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/wi
203 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
8 Oct, 2008 Sold $700,000 MRED MLS
23 Aug, 2008 Under contract $750,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $775,000 MRED MLS
27 Mar, 2008 Listed for sale $775,000 MRED MLS
20 May, 2011 Sold $1,250,000 MRED MLS
14 Apr, 2011 Under contract $1,445,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $1,525,000 MRED MLS
13 Dec, 2010 Listed for sale $1,525,000 MRED MLS
13 Aug, 2014 Sold $1,275,000 MRED MLS
4 Jun, 2014 Under contract $1,299,000 MRED MLS
22 May, 2014 Listed for sale $1,299,000 MRED MLS
31 Jul, 2020 Sold $1,220,000 MRED MLS
7 Jul, 2020 Under contract $1,250,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $1,275,000 MRED MLS
26 May, 2020 Listed for sale $1,275,000 MRED MLS
13 Apr, 2026 Sold $2,007,000 MRED MLS
23 Mar, 2026 Under contract $1,675,000 MRED MLS
19 Mar, 2026 Listed for sale $1,675,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fifth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 5
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

2
57.69X153
Finished,Interior Stair
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2008 $9,944
2011 $12,993
2014 $13,905
2020 $28,161
2026 $35,327

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