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$1,675,000
13 Days On Site

1029 Lake Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
5
Beds
5
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
1894
Built
County:
Cook
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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!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,675,000
Days On Site 
13 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
N/A
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.202 Acres
Year Built 
1894
MLS® Number 
12590929
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$35,326.71
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayStatus changed to Active Under Contract
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.202
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
AsphaltDetachedGarageDriveway
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security System
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Style 
Victorian
Utilities 
Cable Available
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerDisposalHumidifier
Basement 
Sump PumpFinishedFull
Cooling 
Central AirZoned
Electric 
Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomWood BurningGas Starter
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced AirRadiantZonedRadiant Floor
Interior 
Entrance FoyerCathedral Ceiling(s)Wet Bar
Laundry Features 
Upper LevelMultiple Locations
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 16X14Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 13X13Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 13X11Level - Third
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 17X13Level - Main
Exercise Room 
Dimensions - 23X14Level - Basement
Family Room 
Dimensions - 14X13Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 11X8Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 30X11Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space
Laundry 
Dimensions - 8X6Level - Second
Living Room 
Dimensions - 19X14Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 23X14Level - Second
Mud Room 
Dimensions - 12X8Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 30X14Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Lot Features 
Landscaped
Patio And Porch 
PatioPorch
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Therapeutic Whirlpool
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
Central 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 @properties Christie's International Real Estate



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