824 Lake Avenue, Wilmette IL 60091
Property Description
Built in 1874 and situated on an exceptional 50' x 200' wooded lot, this distinctive East Wilmette home offers a wonderful combination of historic charm, character, and potential. Located within Wilmette's original village plat, the home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and SpacePak air conditioning throughout. Recent improvements new roof and gutters in 2021, exterior tuckpointing and painted approximately four years ago, and a newer detached 2 car garage. A lovely deck overlooks the expansive, tree-lined backyard, providing a peaceful setting for outdoor enjoyment. Ideally located near Lake Michigan, Gillson Park, downtown Wilmette, shops, restaurants, and schools, this special property offers an opportunity for thoughtful restoration and personalization...a chance to bring your vision to life! Property is being sold AS-IS. Buyers are encouraged to verify any applicable historic preservation requirements and proposed alterations with the Village of Wilmette. Wilmette transfer tax stamps are paid by the buyer. SHOWINGS BEGIN SATURDAY NOVEMBER 6TH. SAT & SUN 12-2PM.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $995,000
- Property Taxes $21,034
- Square Feet 0
- Year Built 1874
- Status New
- Market Time 1
Rooms
- Total Rooms 9
- Number of Bedrooms 4
- Number of Bathrooms 2.1
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Primary Bedroom
- Room Size 11X16
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
- Primary Bathroom Full
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 11X8
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 13X14
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 10X11
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
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Living Room
- Room Size 16X19
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Family Room
- Room Size 17X11
- Floor Level Main
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Dining Room
- Room Size 13X13
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 17X13
- Floor Level Main
Additional Rooms
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Foyer
- Room Size 5X10
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Library
- Room Size 8X10
- Floor Level Main
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Laundry
- Room Size 6X10
- Floor Level Basement
Interior Features
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Gas
- Air Conditioning Small Duct High Velocity
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exposure North,South,East,West
- Recent Rehab No
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Parking
- # of Cars 3
Location
- County Cook
- Township New Trier
- Corporate Limits Wilmette
- Directions to Property Greenbay Rd Then East On Lake Or Sheridan Road And West On Lake To 824 Lake Avenue.
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Schools
- Elementary School District 39
- Junior High District 39
- High School District: 203
- School Name New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
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Property Taxes
- Tax 21033.57
- Tax Year 2025
- Tax Exemptions Homeowner,Senior
- Parcel Identification Number 05274210110000
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Lot Information
- Lot Size Less Than .25 Acre
Listed by Liz Van Horn for @properties Christie's International Real Estate | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
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