Recently rehabbed 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment available for rent in the heart of thriving downtown Wilmette. This light and airy space features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a large foyer with a spacious closet, a welcoming balcony, and full-size in-unit laundry. With charming French doors and a dedicated outdoor storage space, this apartment combines character with practicality, plus one included parking space. Enhancing the apartment's charm is the original decorative fireplace, adding a unique touch to the living area. Available immediately, this apartment is located on the second floor above one of Wilmette's favorite spots-FRIO Gelato. Situated in the booming Wilmette Village Center Historic District, it is directly across from Village Hall and just a block from the Metra stop. You'll be surrounded by excellent restaurants, interesting retail shops, and new residential developments. Nearby dining options include Pescadero, Sophia Steak Wilmette, Dowise Bistro, Pit and Tap Barbeque, Torino Ramen, Napolita, Small Cheval, Valley Lodge Tavern, and many more. Wilmette is known as one of the most affluent communities in the Chicago MSA, characterized by high median home prices and elevated household incomes. Nestled on the western shore of Lake Michigan and only 15 miles north of Chicago, Wilmette offers the perfect blend of city proximity, top-rated schools, parks, and recreational activities, including Central Elementary, Highcrest Middle School, Wilmette Junior High, and New Trier High School. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
House for rent
$3,400/mo
Fees may apply
1152 Central Ave #2, Wilmette, IL 60091
3beds
1,500sqft
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Singlefamily
Available now
Cats OK
Central air
Gas dryer hookup laundry
1 Parking space parking
Natural gas, fireplace
What's special
Welcoming balconyOriginal decorative fireplaceLight and airy spaceDedicated outdoor storage spaceCharming french doorsBeautiful hardwood floors throughoutFull-size in-unit laundry
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup
Features
- High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Restaurant, Shops, Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Parking Lot
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Alley Access, Assigned, Concrete, Deck, Decorative, Drapes, Foyer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Heating: Gas, High Ceilings, In Unit, Insulated Windows, Laundry Closet, Living Room, No Disability Access, Off Alley, Parking Lot, Quartz Counters, Restaurant, Shops, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Storage, Washer Hookup, Water included in rent, Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,400$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 60091
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.3 mi







