East Wilmette gem! A stunning brick East Wilmette home on oversized 80 x 175 lot w/ 6 BR/ 6.5 BA, conveniently located across from Gillson Park, beach, and Lake Michigan. A welcoming front terrace with views overlooking Gillson Park/beach sets the tone of this East Wilmette home. The first floor features a spacious foyer with dramatic high ceilings, formal living room with hardwood floors, fireplace, and lovely park and lake views. French doors lead to a library/office with custom cabinetry and bar area with and access to rear terrace and backyard. Spacious chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, large granite island and separate breakfast area nook with bay windows-a great layout for the serious cook. Adjacent formal dining room-perfect for hosting and entertaining. A large comfortable family room with partially vaulted ceiling with skylight that allows for lots of natural sunlight. There is a formal powder room located on the first floor. Second set of French doors lead to outside terrace and yard. The second floor features a large primary suite and full bathroom with separate shower and tub, custom built-ins for storage, and a large walk-in closet. The adjacent office/bedroom has an updated full bath. There are 2 other nicely-scaled bedrooms on second floor- both en-suite, plus full second-floor laundry room. The third floor has a large bedroom, full bath, plus office. Plus, the north portion of the third floor has a small wing-perfect for an extra office or bedroom. Nicely finished lower-level recreation room with full bath, dog shower, plus separate media room- plus lots of additional storage. 3-car garage and lots of extra driveway space for additional cars. A stunning gem on Michigan Avenue-steps to the beach, schools, downtown area, and Metra.
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$2,075,000
745 Michigan Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
6beds
6,017sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.32 Acres Lot
$2,232,000 Zestimate®
$345/sqft
$7,908 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,232,000
$1.99M - $2.50M
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Welcoming front terraceLarge granite islandMedia roomExtra driveway spaceFrench doorsFormal dining roomCustom built-ins for storage
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Listing courtesy of:
Mary Baubonis 847-881-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
David Chung
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12140704
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 380 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X20
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X18
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X26
Bedroom 6
- Level: Lower
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 780 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X30
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X22
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X18
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 600 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X20
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 645 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X43
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Full,Daylight
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,695
- Total interior livable area: 6,017 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 80.9X175.7
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 05351050160000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Lake, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2025 | Sold | $2,075,000-6.3%$345/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12140704 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2024 | Contingent | $2,215,000$368/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12140704 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2024 | Price change | $2,215,000-11.4%$368/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12140704 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,499,000$415/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12140704 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $206,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $45,992 +5.7% | $205,999 |
| 2022 | $43,509 -16% | $205,999 +1.6% |
| 2021 | $51,785 +1.5% | $202,662 |
| 2020 | $50,998 +3.1% | $202,662 -8% |
| 2019 | $49,469 -9.5% | $220,285 -5.5% |
| 2018 | $54,664 +2.8% | $233,204 |
| 2017 | $53,166 +6% | $233,204 |
| 2016 | $50,146 +5.9% | $233,204 +20.6% |
| 2015 | $47,372 +1.6% | $193,446 |
| 2014 | $46,631 +4.7% | $193,446 |
| 2013 | $44,519 +10.9% | $193,446 +3.1% |
| 2012 | $40,128 +4.8% | $187,597 |
| 2011 | $38,275 +5.2% | $187,597 |
| 2010 | $36,400 -4.1% | $187,597 -18.8% |
| 2009 | $37,955 +4.8% | $231,091 -5% |
| 2008 | $36,213 +3.6% | $243,254 |
| 2007 | $34,955 +31.8% | $243,254 +54.8% |
| 2006 | $26,518 +4.1% | $157,103 |
| 2005 | $25,481 +1.7% | $157,103 |
| 2004 | $25,048 -0.4% | $157,103 +13.7% |
| 2003 | $25,152 | $138,203 |
| 2002 | $25,152 +1.1% | $138,203 |
| 2001 | $24,873 +4.4% | $138,203 +6.6% |
| 2000 | $23,828 +3.4% | $129,593 |
| 1999 | $23,055 | $129,593 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60091
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central Elementary School
- Middle: Highcrest Middle 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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