Distinctive. Gracious. Classic. Ideally located on nearly a half-acre and a short walk from downtown Glencoe, schools, beach, Metra train and Skokie Country Club. This one-of-a-kind home got a head-to toe renovation completed in 2011. Meticulously-maintained, it has the appeal of a well-crafted historic house with today's amenities. From the charming entry vestibule and gracious foyer, enjoy the quality hardwood floors throughout 1st floor. Cook's kitchen w/high-end appliances, custom cabinetry and large island w/prep sink opens to a sun-filled breakfast room. Dining room and family room offer entertaining areas galore. DR easily accommodates 20. Expansive FR is outfitted w/a FP, walnut trim, 2 sets of walnut French doors, bay windows and cozy window seating. Relax in your library, complete with built-in wood bookcases and FP, or head into the sunroom/office and watch the sunset from the 10 side-by-side windows and wraparound bench seating. The mudroom has a full bath, pantry, closet, washer/dryer/refrigerator and attached to garage. 2nd floor primary suite w/2 walk-in closets plus all the amenities you'd expect in a high-end home. 3 bedrooms w/large closets, 2 full baths, washer/dryer and linen closet complete the 2nd floor. Third floor has 2 bedrooms w/shared bath. The lower-level includes a guest room w/full bath, huge rec room w/FP and utility room that features a workspace. Private driveway behind the house accommodates parking for guests and leads to oversize 3-car attached garage. Professionally-designed landscape includes sprinkler system; fenced yard; custom bluestone patio; gas grill; charming vine-covered wood potting shed; 2 planting beds. Tall grasses and seasonal flowers bring this yard to life from spring through late fall.
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$2,350,000
491 Washington Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022
7beds
7,194sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.5 Acres Lot
$2,903,600 Zestimate®
$327/sqft
$7,413 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,903,600
$2.64M - $3.22M
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Jody Dickstein 847-892-4800,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Jeffrey Lowe
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11958263
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 380 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X19
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X15
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X09
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 494 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X7
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X6
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X20
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level, Multiple Locations
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,194
- Total interior livable area: 7,194 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 2,040
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Dimensions: 107 X 182 X 197 X 18 X 90 X 165
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 05073030220000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
- Major remodel year: 2011
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Glencoe
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2024 | Sold | $2,350,000-5.6%$327/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11958263 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2024 | Pending sale | $2,490,000$346/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11958263 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2024 | Contingent | $2,490,000$346/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11958263 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,490,000+112.4%$346/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11958263 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2010 | Sold | $1,172,500-21.6%$163/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07234743 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2009 | Listing removed | $1,495,000$208/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07234743 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000-11.8%$208/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07234743 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2009 | Listing removed | $1,695,000$236/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07234743 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000$236/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #07234743 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $156,703 |
| 2023 | $36,923 -13.1% | $156,703 -18.3% |
| 2022 | $42,468 +43.2% | $191,857 +75.3% |
| 2021 | $29,652 -2.6% | $109,420 |
| 2020 | $30,456 +4.7% | $109,420 -9.6% |
| 2019 | $29,076 +8.4% | $121,001 +11% |
| 2018 | $26,827 -1.7% | $108,966 -4.3% |
| 2017 | $27,293 +1% | $113,885 -4.4% |
| 2016 | $27,035 -0.9% | $119,086 +14.3% |
| 2015 | $27,285 -1.6% | $104,177 -4.1% |
| 2014 | $27,741 +3.2% | $108,599 -1.6% |
| 2013 | $26,884 +1.4% | $110,335 -5.9% |
| 2012 | $26,517 +4.6% | $117,250 |
| 2011 | $25,360 +4.7% | $117,250 |
| 2010 | $24,233 -22.1% | $117,250 -32.8% |
| 2009 | $31,108 +4.9% | $174,591 -5% |
| 2008 | $29,668 +5.5% | $183,780 |
| 2007 | $28,111 +4.2% | $183,780 +28.2% |
| 2006 | $26,969 +4.2% | $143,367 |
| 2005 | $25,887 +3.3% | $143,367 |
| 2004 | $25,057 +30.4% | $143,367 +47.6% |
| 2003 | $19,216 +0.1% | $97,108 |
| 2002 | $19,199 +5.8% | $97,108 |
| 2001 | $18,141 +2.8% | $97,108 +12.6% |
| 2000 | $17,642 +2.4% | $86,275 |
| 1999 | $17,236 | $86,275 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60022
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Central SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- NANew Trier Township H S NorthfieldGrades: 9Distance: 2.7 mi
- NASouth Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South Elementary School
- Middle: Central School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 35
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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