Outstanding location, a block from Sheridan Road. Unbelievable lifestyle living in this East Wilmette gem, on a cul-de-sac. Enjoy the community block parties with loads of kids in this Dutch colonial home with side entry opening to a gracious foyer. The front room has double stained glass doors and wood burning fireplace. 1st floor includes Kitchen, butler pantry/service bar, dining room, sitting room/den & great room with generous foyer, and half bath. 2nd floor: main bedroom/bath suite, 2 side bedrooms with a tandem room/bedroom between, full bath in hall. Full Basement, unfinished, has laundry room, mechanical room, storage room and workshop. Navien wall mounted boiler / tankless on-demand hot water system for all the hot water sources in the home. Sump pump & battery back-up. Detached 2c garage off alley that dead ends into this garage. 46 years of love in this home. Short block with cul-de-sac ending at the 5th fairway of Canal Shores, views of the Bahai Temple; walkable to Gillson Park at the lake. On some days you'll hear crashing waves of Lake Michigan from your backyard. Two blocks to the northern terminus of the CTA to the Loop in the city in 25 min, with stops at Wrigley Field. AS-IS sale, and the owners may leave behind some personal property. Basement gets seepage in one area during heavy rains. Closing date mid to late November is preferred. Buyer responsible for Wilmette Transfer Tax.
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$670,000
237 Laurel Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
3beds
2,441sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$1,140,400 Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$5,006 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,140,400
$1.00M - $1.31M
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East wilmette gemGenerous foyerStorage roomDouble stained glass doorsMechanical roomGreat roomLaundry room
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Listing courtesy of:
Robin Wilson, GRI,SRES 847-881-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11865074
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 570 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X19
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X13
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X6
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Heating
- Steam, Baseboard
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,441 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 149
Details
- Parcel number: 05351190050000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmette
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/30/2023 | Sold | $670,000-4.1%$274/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865074 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2023 | Contingent | $699,000$286/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865074 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2023 | Price change | $699,000-9.8%$286/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865074 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $775,000$317/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11865074 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $75,664 |
| 2023 | $15,815 +0.5% | $75,664 -4.8% |
| 2022 | $15,744 +6.3% | $79,459 +26.1% |
| 2021 | $14,816 +0.9% | $63,026 |
| 2020 | $14,679 +3.2% | $63,026 -8% |
| 2019 | $14,220 -6.6% | $68,507 -2.4% |
| 2018 | $15,226 -1.5% | $70,182 -3.7% |
| 2017 | $15,455 -10% | $72,884 -12.5% |
| 2016 | $17,181 +20.1% | $83,325 +34.2% |
| 2015 | $14,303 -2% | $62,112 -3.1% |
| 2014 | $14,589 +4.9% | $64,120 |
| 2013 | $13,908 +1.7% | $64,120 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $13,676 +3.6% | $67,361 |
| 2011 | $13,199 +2.3% | $67,361 |
| 2010 | $12,899 +29.4% | $67,361 -20% |
| 2009 | $9,966 +1.2% | $84,233 -5% |
| 2008 | $9,847 +4.5% | $88,668 |
| 2007 | $9,419 -12% | $88,668 +33.9% |
| 2006 | $10,706 +6.9% | $66,196 |
| 2005 | $10,016 +2.2% | $66,196 |
| 2004 | $9,801 +7.1% | $66,196 +14.4% |
| 2003 | $9,147 +0.4% | $57,873 |
| 2002 | $9,113 +11.6% | $57,873 |
| 2001 | $8,166 +4.3% | $57,873 +31.8% |
| 2000 | $7,826 +3.5% | $43,908 |
| 1999 | $7,564 | $43,908 |
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Neighborhood: 60091
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.2 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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