Perfectly situated in East Wilmette, steps from Gillson Beach and Elmwood Dunes, this elegant home blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Built in 2001, this home features 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths, with soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and a graceful flow designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The welcoming living room centers on a gas fireplace and opens to a formal dining room ideal for gatherings. The family room features vaulted ceilings, a striking fireplace, and expansive windows that frame the lush backyard-creating a light-filled space that feels both dramatic and inviting. The updated kitchen shines with quartz countertops, top-of-the-line appliances, and a generous walk-in pantry. A heated, attached two-car garage adds everyday convenience. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a serene sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-like bath. Three additional bedrooms and two full baths provide plenty of room for family or guests, while a second-floor laundry room keeps everything within easy reach. The lower level offers radiant-heat floors, a huge recreation room, a fifth bedroom and full bath, plus expansive storage. Blending comfort, sophistication, and location, this home captures the best of Wilmette living - just steps from the lake, parks, and all the North Shore has to offer.
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$2,250,000
512 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
5beds
3,467sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
8,402 Square Feet Lot
$2,316,300 Zestimate®
$649/sqft
$7,877 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,316,300
$2.08M - $2.57M
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Gas fireplaceStriking fireplaceModern updatesSoaring ceilingsSpa-like bathFamily roomSerene sitting area
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Listed by:
David Chung 847-446-9600,
Compass,
Amy Chung 847-461-8856,
Compass
Bought with:
Paige Dooley
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12513290
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 425 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X7
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X17
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 825 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X33
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,467 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,402 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 62X135
Details
- Parcel number: 05274080230000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $649/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,460,000
- Annual tax amount: $33,129
- Date on market: 11/11/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/7/2026 | Sold | $2,250,000+4.7%$649/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12513290 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $2,150,000$620/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12513290 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2025 | Contingent | $2,150,000$620/sqft |
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| 11/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+71%$620/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12513290 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2010 | Sold | $1,257,500-16.1%$363/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06952280 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2009 | Price change | $1,499,000-6.3%$432/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #06952280 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2009 | Price change | $1,599,000-5.9%$461/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #06952280 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2009 | Price change | $1,699,000-4.3%$490/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #06952280 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2009 | Price change | $1,775,000-9%$512/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #06952280 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000$562/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #06952280 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2008 | Listing removed | $1,950,000$562/sqft |
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| 9/30/2008 | Price change | $1,950,000-7.1%$562/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #06952280 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2008 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000+31.3%$606/sqft |
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| 8/30/2001 | Sold | $1,600,000+187%$461/sqft |
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| 6/6/2000 | Sold | $557,500+5.6%$161/sqft |
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| 10/10/1996 | Sold | $528,000$152/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34,384 +3.8% | $146,000 |
| 2023 | $33,130 +5.7% | $146,000 |
| 2022 | $31,357 -8.1% | $146,000 +11.1% |
| 2021 | $34,126 +1.7% | $131,357 |
| 2020 | $33,568 +3.1% | $131,357 -8% |
| 2019 | $32,571 +0.8% | $142,780 +5.2% |
| 2018 | $32,299 +2.8% | $135,761 |
| 2017 | $31,405 +6.4% | $135,761 |
| 2016 | $29,509 +4.6% | $135,761 +19.5% |
| 2015 | $28,204 +1.6% | $113,611 |
| 2014 | $27,755 -1.6% | $113,611 -6% |
| 2013 | $28,198 +3.4% | $120,861 -3.9% |
| 2012 | $27,261 +5.1% | $125,750 |
| 2011 | $25,936 +2.9% | $125,750 |
| 2010 | $25,214 -15.8% | $125,750 -29.2% |
| 2009 | $29,941 +3.7% | $177,615 -5% |
| 2008 | $28,869 +2.3% | $186,964 |
| 2007 | $28,212 -13.4% | $186,964 +0.2% |
| 2006 | $32,592 +2.7% | $186,534 |
| 2005 | $31,734 +1.4% | $186,534 |
| 2004 | $31,287 +70.7% | $186,534 +87.7% |
| 2003 | $18,327 +0% | $99,370 |
| 2002 | $18,327 +86.2% | $99,370 +52.8% |
| 2001 | $9,843 +4.4% | $65,037 +23.9% |
| 2000 | $9,432 +3.4% | $52,506 |
| 1999 | $9,119 | $52,506 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60091
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.4 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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