Welcome to 1222 Lake Ave, a stunningly renovated home in the heart of Wilmette! Completely gut-renovated and reimagined in 2022, this light-filled residence boasts an open floor plan perfect for modern living. The main level invites you in with its seamless flow and abundant natural light. A gorgeous kitchen features custom white cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a luxurious en-suite bathroom and ample closet space. A large second bedroom, a beautifully designed full bathroom, and a versatile loft area complete the second floor. The third floor offers a flexible space ideal for a third bedroom, family room, or home office. The finished basement extends your living space with a recreation room, optional fourth bedroom, laundry room, and storage. Step outside to a huge backyard with a deck for entertaining, a 2-car garage, and a convenient parking pad. Located within walking distance to Wilmette's charming downtown, the Metra train, highly rated schools, and the beach, this home offers the perfect combination of style, convenience, and location. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a truly turnkey home in one of the North Shore's most sought-after neighborhoods!
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$1,100,000
1222 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
3beds
1,733sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1894
7,501 Square Feet Lot
$1,189,000 Zestimate®
$635/sqft
$5,006 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,189,000
$1.06M - $1.33M
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Versatile loft areaFinished basementLight-filled residenceFlexible spaceGorgeous kitchenOpen floor planHuge backyard
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Listed by:
David Chung 847-446-9600,
Compass,
Amy Chung 847-461-8856,
Compass
Bought with:
Kelly Dunn Rynes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12206707
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 600 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X25
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X6
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,733 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 7,501 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37.5 X 200
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 05273190200000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1894
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $635/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $588,410
- Annual tax amount: $13,351
- Date on market: 12/26/2024
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2025 | Sold | $1,100,000+15.9%$635/sqft |
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| 1/9/2025 | Pending sale | $949,000$548/sqft |
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| 12/30/2024 | Contingent | $949,000$548/sqft |
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| 12/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $949,000+18.6%$548/sqft |
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| 8/12/2022 | Sold | $800,000+0.1%$462/sqft |
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| 6/18/2022 | Contingent | $799,000$461/sqft |
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| 6/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $799,000$461/sqft |
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| 6/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/20/2022 | Contingent | $799,000$461/sqft |
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| 5/16/2022 | Price change | $799,000-6%$461/sqft |
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| 5/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $850,000+226.9%$490/sqft |
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| 11/3/2020 | Sold | $260,000-30.7%$150/sqft |
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| 11/12/2019 | Listing removed | $375,000$216/sqft |
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| 9/25/2019 | Price change | $375,000-6%$216/sqft |
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| 9/4/2019 | Price change | $399,000-6.1%$230/sqft |
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| 8/6/2019 | Price change | $424,900-5.4%$245/sqft |
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| 7/3/2019 | Price change | $449,000-14.5%$259/sqft |
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| 5/7/2019 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$303/sqft |
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| 4/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $549,900$317/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $58,841 |
| 2023 | $13,352 +59.4% | $58,841 +50.9% |
| 2022 | $8,376 -49.2% | $39,000 -38.6% |
| 2021 | $16,494 +1.7% | $63,489 |
| 2020 | $16,225 +13.2% | $63,489 -8% |
| 2019 | $14,334 +173.5% | $69,010 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $5,241 -61.5% | $64,952 |
| 2017 | $13,620 +150.5% | $64,952 |
| 2016 | $5,438 -16.7% | $64,952 +21.6% |
| 2015 | $6,524 -45.5% | $53,405 |
| 2014 | $11,971 +94.8% | $53,405 |
| 2013 | $6,146 +13.4% | $53,405 -2.4% |
| 2012 | $5,419 +8.2% | $54,711 |
| 2011 | $5,008 +14.3% | $54,711 |
| 2010 | $4,383 +21.5% | $54,711 -17.2% |
| 2009 | $3,608 -60.7% | $66,068 -5% |
| 2008 | $9,183 +135.1% | $69,545 |
| 2007 | $3,907 -17.8% | $69,545 +15% |
| 2006 | $4,751 +2.9% | $60,455 |
| 2005 | $4,616 -4.4% | $60,455 |
| 2004 | $4,827 -14.3% | $60,455 +42% |
| 2003 | $5,633 +0.4% | $42,568 |
| 2002 | $5,612 -14.8% | $42,568 |
| 2001 | $6,588 +5.7% | $42,568 +13% |
| 2000 | $6,234 +0.1% | $37,676 |
| 1999 | $6,231 | $37,676 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Ouilmette North
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.1 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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