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$785,000
46 Days On Site

2040 Central Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,750
SqFt
$449
/SqFt
1954
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of HomeSmart Connect LLC
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Welcome to this stunning, move-in ready home located in the heart of Wilmette, a short distance from the highly acclaimed McKenzie Elementary School as well as New Trier High School, one of Illinois' top schools for academic achievement. This charming residence seamlessly blends classic character with modern updates, featuring gleaming hardwood floors & completely renovated kitchen designed for today's lifestyle. The bright and spacious kitchen boasts high-end SS appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops - perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The inviting living room centers around a cozy fireplace, offering a warm and welcoming space to relax and is wide open to the dining area and kitchen with views of the backyard. Upstairs you'll find two large bedrooms and a full bath. The primary bedroom is up a level and offers dual walk-in closets and a home office area along with access to a large easily accessible attic for additional storage. The lower level features a family room which provides the perfect spot for casual gatherings, playtime or movie nights with plenty of natural light and room to spread out as well as another full bathroom, and a light and bright laundry room with plenty of storage in the crawl space. Thoughtful updates extend throughout the home. Outside is a huge backyard with an oversized 2-car garage and great entertaining space. Recent updates: Complete kitchen rehab '23; All kitchen appliances '23; W/D '23; Living room Fireplace '23; Newer roof, windows, HVAC, garage by previous owners. Enjoy easy access to downtown Wilmette, Metra, Gillson Beach and Lake Michigan, town center, library, Starbucks, Whole Foods, parks & playgrounds all while living in one of the North Shore's most desirable neighborhoods. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity - schedule your private showing today!!!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$785,000
Days On Site 
46 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,750 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.1515 Acres
Year Built 
1954
MLS® Number 
12476305
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$11,955.02
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
2 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.1515
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2.5
Parking 
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerCarportOn SiteDetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2.5
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Basement 
FinishedPartial
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomElectric
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Gas Dryer HookupSink
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14X11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 7X7Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 18X13Level - Lower
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 11X11Level - MainDescription - Pantry-Closet
Laundry 
Dimensions - 14X10Level - Lower
Living Room 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 23X13Level - Third
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 10X8Level - Third
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickStone
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
Community Features 
CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Wilmette
School District 
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Township 
New Trier
Schools
School District
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Elementary School
Mckenzie Elementary School
Middle School
Wilmette Junior High School
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of HomeSmart Connect LLC



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