Extraordinary newer construction in the award-winning New Trier School District. A welcoming foyer leads to gracious formal living and dining rooms. Distinct quality features include Brazilian cherry hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors, stunning millwork, and custom cabinetry. The fabulous kitchen/family room showcases extra-tall ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. The gourmet eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, an island with built-in storage, and high-end appliances including a Viking 6-burner range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, paneled built-in dishwasher, and farmhouse-style apron sink. A private first-floor office, convenient powder room, mudroom, and attached 2.5-car garage with epoxy floors complete the main level. The impressive primary suite offers a whirlpool tub, separate shower, heated floors, and spacious walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms on the second level include two sharing a newly remodeled Jack-and-Jill bath and a third with an adjacent full bath. Convenient second-floor laundry enhances everyday living. The finished lower level provides exceptional entertaining space with full bar, exercise room, and fifth bedroom or potential in-law suite with full bath. Additional highlights include 9-foot ceilings, whole-house speaker wiring, smart security system, and backyard sport court-offering outstanding space, comfort, and lifestyle in one of Wilmette's most desirable neighborhoods.
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$1,465,000
3534 Thornwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
5beds
4,270sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
0.25 Acres Lot
$1,503,400 Zestimate®
$343/sqft
$7,479 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,503,400
$1.35M - $1.67M
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Wood-burning fireplaceBackyard sport courtPrivate first-floor officeExtra-tall ceilingsImpressive primary suiteHigh-end appliancesSmart security system
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chelsea Gideon 847-730-9562,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Elizabeth Kirchner
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12587425
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Bedroom 5, Office, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Walk In Closet, Other Room, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X14
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X20
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X20
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 567 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X21
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors, Pocket Door(s)
- Windows: Drapes, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,270 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 68X132
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 05303040080000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs
- Security: Security System, Fire Sprinkler System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $343/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $930,000
- Annual tax amount: $20,172
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2026 | Pending sale | $1,399,000-4.5%$328/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12587425 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2026 | Sold | $1,465,000+4.7%$343/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12587425 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+33.4%$328/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12587425 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2019 | Listing removed | $1,049,000$246/sqft |
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| 11/13/2018 | Price change | $1,049,000-4.5%$246/sqft |
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| 7/14/2018 | Price change | $1,098,000-4.4%$257/sqft |
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| 7/9/2018 | Price change | $1,148,000-4.2%$269/sqft |
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| 6/10/2018 | Price change | $1,198,000-0.2%$281/sqft |
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| 5/22/2018 | Price change | $1,199,900-4%$281/sqft |
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| 4/10/2018 | Price change | $1,249,900-3.8%$293/sqft |
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| 3/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,299,900+5.3%$304/sqft |
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| 3/16/2007 | Sold | $1,235,000+130.8%$289/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06363860 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2005 | Sold | $535,000+134.6%$125/sqft |
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| 4/6/1998 | Sold | $228,000$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,958 +3.9% | $93,000 |
| 2023 | $20,172 +5.4% | $93,000 |
| 2022 | $19,140 +18.7% | $93,000 +37.1% |
| 2021 | $16,125 +1.4% | $67,836 |
| 2020 | $15,904 +1.8% | $67,836 -9% |
| 2019 | $15,615 -8% | $74,546 -3.4% |
| 2018 | $16,982 +2.3% | $77,170 |
| 2017 | $16,592 +4.6% | $77,170 |
| 2016 | $15,858 +8.2% | $77,170 +19.9% |
| 2015 | $14,658 +1.6% | $64,375 |
| 2014 | $14,427 +4.8% | $64,375 |
| 2013 | $13,766 +8.9% | $64,375 +1% |
| 2012 | $12,644 -42.7% | $63,712 -46% |
| 2011 | $22,074 +3.4% | $117,908 |
| 2010 | $21,349 +55.7% | $117,908 +34.7% |
| 2009 | $13,708 -2.6% | $87,544 -5% |
| 2008 | $14,073 +6.3% | $92,152 |
| 2007 | $13,240 +76.5% | $92,152 +106.2% |
| 2006 | $7,501 +22.6% | $44,682 +19.9% |
| 2005 | $6,120 +28.5% | $37,274 |
| 2004 | $4,762 +5.1% | $37,274 +44.8% |
| 2003 | $4,530 -0.3% | $25,746 |
| 2002 | $4,545 +21.8% | $25,746 |
| 2001 | $3,731 +3% | $25,746 +12.5% |
| 2000 | $3,621 +1.8% | $22,877 |
| 1999 | $3,557 | $22,877 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60091
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Avoca West Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- NANew Trier Township H S NorthfieldGrades: 9Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Marie Murphy SchoolGrades: PK,6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Avoca West Elementary School
- Middle: Marie Murphy School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 37
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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