*HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE 12:00 on Sunday, January 19th*Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a charming home on one of Wilmette's most picturesque streets! Located on the quaint, cobblestone-lined Wood Court, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom farmhouse sits on a 50 X 125 lot. The first floor features freshly stained hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and a separate dining room. Directly off the kitchen is a large deck, perfect for grilling and dining al fresco. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms, one with an en-suite half bathroom, and a shared full bathroom. The full basement provides ample storage and potential for additional living space. The expansive, fully-fenced backyard is perfect for outdoor entertaining or gardening. Detached 2-car garage with alley access. This charming home offers a unique blend of character, modern amenities, and a prime location! Enjoy Wheeler Park steps from the house and a short walk to McKenzie School, the Metra, and all the fabulous restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping downtown Wilmette offers. Don't miss out on making this gem your own!
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$726,000
251 Wood Ct, Wilmette, IL 60091
3beds
2,296sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$786,100 Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$4,197 Estimated rent
Home value
$786,100
$700,000 - $880,000
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Wood-burning fireplaceEn-suite half bathroomExpansive fully-fenced backyardSeparate dining roomPicturesque streetsFull basementLarge deck
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Listed by:
Laura Fitzpatrick 847-881-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Alyson Tesar
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12269860
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Mud Room, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X25
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,296
- Total interior livable area: 2,296 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, On Site, Other, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 125
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 05343010170000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $316/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $473,670
- Annual tax amount: $9,393
- Date on market: 1/15/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/10/2025 | Sold | $726,000+3.9%$316/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269860 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Pending sale | $699,000$304/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269860 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2025 | Contingent | $699,000$304/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269860 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000$304/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269860 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,599 +2.2% | $47,367 +0% |
| 2023 | $9,394 -0.5% | $47,366 -5.5% |
| 2022 | $9,444 +42.4% | $50,129 +59% |
| 2021 | $6,632 +0.1% | $31,522 |
| 2020 | $6,628 -1.5% | $31,522 -11.6% |
| 2019 | $6,730 -17.2% | $35,673 -5.1% |
| 2018 | $8,129 +2.7% | $37,604 |
| 2017 | $7,918 +3.8% | $37,604 |
| 2016 | $7,631 -5.3% | $37,604 +7.2% |
| 2015 | $8,059 +1.4% | $35,087 |
| 2014 | $7,944 +4.9% | $35,087 |
| 2013 | $7,573 -9.2% | $35,087 -14.4% |
| 2012 | $8,341 +3.8% | $40,969 |
| 2011 | $8,033 +2.3% | $40,969 |
| 2010 | $7,850 +23.7% | $40,969 -6% |
| 2009 | $6,347 -5.4% | $43,585 -16.5% |
| 2008 | $6,708 +9.6% | $52,169 |
| 2007 | $6,121 -10.8% | $52,169 +11.8% |
| 2006 | $6,866 +2.5% | $46,682 |
| 2005 | $6,696 +2.6% | $46,682 |
| 2004 | $6,528 +6.9% | $46,682 +33.6% |
| 2003 | $6,108 0% | $34,948 |
| 2002 | $6,109 +24.3% | $34,948 -8.6% |
| 2001 | $4,915 +4.3% | $38,243 +40.4% |
| 2000 | $4,712 +3.6% | $27,234 |
| 1999 | $4,550 | $27,234 |
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Neighborhood: 60091
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Mckenzie Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mckenzie 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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