Set on one of East Wilmette's most coveted CAGE streets, this gracious home offers the rare combination of timeless character, beautiful scale, and an idyllic walk to town, train, and beach location. Sun filled rooms, wide doorways, leaded glass, hardwood floors, and a wonderful sense of flow give the home both warmth and presence, while the layout lives beautifully for everyday life and entertaining alike. The main level offers generous living and dining spaces, a spacious family room, and a gorgeous kitchen that truly centers the home, complete with stainless appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a massive island that creates a natural gathering place and instantly draws everyone in. Upstairs, the second floor features three spacious bedrooms, including a standout primary suite with a stunning bath and an extraordinary walk in closet that feels more like a luxe dressing room than a typical closet. The third floor adds two more bedrooms and exceptional flexibility for guests, offices, play, or exercise, with one currently used as a gym. The finished lower level provides even more room to relax, hang out, or spread out, with excellent additional living space. A screened porch, fenced yard, and detached two car garage add to the appeal. All of this in the heart of the CAGE, just a short walk from downtown Wilmette, the Metra, the lakefront, and Plaza del Lago.
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$2,000,000
1036 Ashland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
5beds
3,795sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
8,799 Square Feet Lot
$2,009,200 Zestimate®
$527/sqft
$7,152 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,009,200
$1.83M - $2.21M
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Fenced yardThree spacious bedroomsWonderful sense of flowSpacious family roomGorgeous kitchenSun filled roomsAbundant cabinetry
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Listed by:
Lisa Finks 847-446-9600,
Compass
Bought with:
Merry Juell
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12614999
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Office, Sitting Room, Foyer, Recreation Room, Storage, Screened Porch, Walk In Closet
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X21
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X3
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X20
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X24
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 243 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X27
Sitting room
- Level: Third
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 459 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X27
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Dormer,Finished,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,795 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,799 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 177
Details
- Parcel number: 05273040120000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $527/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,050,000
- Annual tax amount: $23,952
- Date on market: 4/11/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Sold | $2,000,000+5.3%$527/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12614999 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $1,899,000$500/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12614999 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Contingent | $1,899,000$500/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12614999 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,899,000+94.3%$500/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12614999 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2018 | Sold | $977,500-11.1%$258/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09924910 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2018 | Pending sale | $1,099,000$290/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka #09924910 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2018 | Price change | $1,099,000-2.7%$290/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka #09924910 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,130,000$298/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #09924910 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23,953 +3.8% | $105,000 |
| 2023 | $23,074 -21.7% | $105,000 -25.4% |
| 2022 | $29,480 +20.4% | $140,680 +44.1% |
| 2021 | $24,489 -4% | $97,593 -5.2% |
| 2020 | $25,509 0% | $102,922 -8% |
| 2019 | $25,520 +20.2% | $111,872 +20.7% |
| 2018 | $21,231 +2.8% | $92,676 |
| 2017 | $20,658 -1.5% | $92,676 -6.4% |
| 2016 | $20,977 0% | $99,005 +13.6% |
| 2015 | $20,979 +1.6% | $87,130 |
| 2014 | $20,658 +4.8% | $87,130 |
| 2013 | $19,715 +3.9% | $87,130 -3.2% |
| 2012 | $18,970 +4.5% | $90,000 |
| 2011 | $18,146 +0.6% | $90,000 |
| 2010 | $18,046 +2.7% | $90,000 -13.7% |
| 2009 | $17,576 -2.1% | $104,261 -10.3% |
| 2008 | $17,955 +2.3% | $116,281 |
| 2007 | $17,547 +17.8% | $116,281 +36.4% |
| 2006 | $14,899 +2.7% | $85,272 |
| 2005 | $14,507 +1.4% | $85,272 |
| 2004 | $14,303 +2.2% | $85,272 +12.4% |
| 2003 | $13,998 +0% | $75,898 |
| 2002 | $13,998 +20.4% | $75,898 |
| 2001 | $11,627 +4.4% | $75,898 +23.1% |
| 2000 | $11,141 | $61,657 |
| 1999 | $11,141 | $61,657 |
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Neighborhood: Ouilmette North
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central Elementary School
- Middle: Wilmette Junior High School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 39
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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