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$1,759,000
13 Days On Site

1001 Lake Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
1906
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Compass
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Timeless quintessential East Wilmette home situated on a beautifully renovated and landscaped property designed by Chalet. Inviting front porch welcomes you to this special home. Gracious entry foyer opens to a handsome living room with fireplace. The attractive dining room is perfect for all occasions and features a bay window with leaded glass and wood pocket doors. The sought-after library is well located for privacy. The bright white kitchen is a delightful combination of form and function with generous cabinetry and access to the deck and yard. The cheerful sunroom offers three exposures and fabulous views. Tranquil primary suite, is complete with freshly renovated bath with double sinks, custom finishes and walk-in closet all designed by Healy Rice. There are two additional bedrooms, a laundry area and a full bath on the second floor. The third floor oasis offers two more bedrooms, a full bath and a generous home office. The updated basement has the perfect space for a playroom, exercise room and hobbies. Additional highlights include a new 2.5 car garage, one car parking pad, fenced yard and prime location near town, shopping, schools and train. Buyer pays Wilmette Transfer Tax of $3.00 per $1,000.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,759,000
Days On Site 
13 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
N/A
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1906
MLS® Number 
12666892
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$24,094.31
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
6 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
6 days agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2.5
Parking 
DetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
3.5
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorFreezerDisposalRange Hood
Basement 
Partially FinishedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Heating 
Hot WaterNatural Gas
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)
Balcony/Porch/Lanai 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14X13Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 11X12Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 11X19Level - Third
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 15X9Level - Third
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 15X14Level - Main
Exercise Room 
Dimensions - 17X14Level - Basement
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 17X16Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
Laundry 
Dimensions - 3X10Level - Second
Library 
Dimensions - 10X11Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 14X21Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 13X17Level - Second
Office 
Dimensions - 20X14Level - Third
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 16X22Level - Basement
Screened Porch 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Main
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 11X13Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Exterior 
Balcony
Patio And Porch 
Screened
Community Features
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
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Compass



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