Beautiful home in East Wilmette! Perfectly located within walking distance to downtown, Metra, schools, parks, and the beach. This sun-filled home features a welcoming front porch, a circular flow, and character galore. Highlights include a spacious living room with a gas-log fireplace, a formal dining room with a detailed ceiling, and a bright family room overlooking the lush, fully-fenced backyard with stunning landscaping, a brick patio, and sprinkler system. The updated kitchen boasts white cabinetry, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, find 4 bedrooms, a sunny tandem room, and a newly renovated 3rd-floor retreat. Finished basement with laundry room and storage, 2.5-car garage, and move-in ready charm - this home has it all!
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$1,500,000
526 8th St, Wilmette, IL 60091
4beds
2,867sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
8,015.04 Square Feet Lot
$1,518,100 Zestimate®
$523/sqft
$5,071 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,518,100
$1.38M - $1.67M
$5,071/mo
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Gas-log fireplaceCharacter galoreStunning landscapingSunny tandem roomLush fully-fenced backyardUpdated kitchenWelcoming front porch
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Listing courtesy of:
Elizabeth Licata 312-888-1183,
Compass
Bought with:
Laura Fitzpatrick
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12584196
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X7
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X24
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 580 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X20
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X4
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,867 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Side Apron, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,015 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 160
Details
- Parcel number: 05342150020000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Wilmette
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Sold | $1,500,000+15.8%$523/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12584196 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2026 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$452/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12584196 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2026 | Contingent | $1,295,000$452/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12584196 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+12.1%$452/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12584196 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2022 | Sold | $1,155,000+20.3%$403/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11361005 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2022 | Pending sale | $960,000$335/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11361005 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2022 | Contingent | $960,000$335/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11361005 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $960,000+20%$335/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11361005 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2020 | Sold | $800,000-2.3%$279/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2020 | Pending sale | $819,000$286/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #10725476 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2020 | Listed for sale | $819,000+99.8%$286/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #10725476 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/1994 | Sold | $410,000$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $70,888 |
| 2023 | $15,333 -13.5% | $70,888 -17.6% |
| 2022 | $17,736 +33.3% | $86,000 +57.7% |
| 2021 | $13,303 +1.2% | $54,538 |
| 2020 | $13,144 +3.2% | $54,538 -8% |
| 2019 | $12,741 -12.2% | $59,281 -8% |
| 2018 | $14,510 +2.7% | $64,424 |
| 2017 | $14,122 +4.9% | $64,424 |
| 2016 | $13,460 +3.2% | $64,424 +16.8% |
| 2015 | $13,045 +1.5% | $55,171 |
| 2014 | $12,851 +4.8% | $55,171 |
| 2013 | $12,258 +1.8% | $55,171 -4.9% |
| 2012 | $12,040 +4.2% | $58,033 |
| 2011 | $11,553 +3.7% | $58,033 |
| 2010 | $11,144 +5.1% | $58,033 -15.7% |
| 2009 | $10,604 +7.8% | $68,841 -5% |
| 2008 | $9,841 +7.2% | $72,464 |
| 2007 | $9,184 +1.7% | $72,464 +24.9% |
| 2006 | $9,029 +4.7% | $57,995 |
| 2005 | $8,621 +2.3% | $57,995 |
| 2004 | $8,425 -1.6% | $57,995 +20.2% |
| 2003 | $8,564 0% | $48,265 |
| 2002 | $8,565 +14.3% | $48,265 |
| 2001 | $7,496 +4.3% | $48,265 +19.3% |
| 2000 | $7,184 +3.5% | $40,471 |
| 1999 | $6,943 | $40,471 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60091
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1.7 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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