
1501 Wilmette Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
Estimated Value: $730,000 - $935,000
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
- McKenzie Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
As of June 2023This bright, classic, brick bungalow has been extensively updated while retaining its beautiful original features. It has a gorgeous, updated kitchen, new garage, and new HVAC systems. Ideal walk to McKenzie, Town and Train location. The KITCHEN was opened up to the dining room and beautifully updated in 2016. It features a large walnut topped Island with a breakfast bar and hanging light fixture; white, Shaker style, hardwood cabinets; attractive subway tile backsplash and quartz counters. The stainless-steel appliances include a new Bosch dishwasher (2021). The kitchen also has a maple hardwood floor, new LED recessed lights (2022), large stainless-steel sink, and thermopane windows. Bright elegant LIVING ROOM has new LED recessed lighting (2022), crown molding, and a woodburning fireplace with a brick surround, wood mantel, and adjacent built-in bookcases. Good size DINING ROOM with crown molding and an attractive fixture. The FIRST FLOOR has a full bath with new subway tiles (2021) and a pedestal sink; two Bedrooms; relaxing enclosed porch in the front entryway; and hardwood floors throughout. The SECOND FLOOR has two bedrooms with well-organized closets; a full hall bath with new subway tiles (2021) and a quartz topped vanity; and new wood laminate flooring-Pembroke Oak (2021). The big BASEMENT has been waterproofed with drain tiles and a sump pump and features a spacious family room with recessed lighting; a recreation room with a wet bar; a mudroom with bench, hooks, cubbies and laundry; half bath; and great storage space including a cedar closet. The home also has newer thermopane windows in all bedrooms and the office (2020); a new carpet runner on the stairway and in the hall (2021); wonderful open layout; and excellent natural light. The MECHANICAL SYSTEMS have many updates including a new Crown hot water boiler (2017), Chimney Liner (2017), Space Pac Central Air (2016), 200 Amp Electric (2016), and Insulation was added to the attic area (2018). Among the fabulous features OUTSIDE the home are a newly installed Hollandstone patio in the backyard (2021); a large new 2 car garage (2016); beautifully landscaped yard has privacy bushes; new privacy fence on the West side (2022) and a picket fence on the East side (2019) of the backyard. This great McKenzie location is just a block to the school. It is also an easy walk to the Metra train and downtown Wilmette which has a large number of exceptional restaurants, shops, and a theater. Home is just 3 blocks to Wilmette's awesome public library, and at least five parks are within walking distance.
Last Listed By
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475097425 Listed on: 05/16/2023

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,932
Year Built
- Built in 1921 | Remodeled in 2016
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 43 x 145
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Transmitter
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1.5-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Mud Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Mckenzie Elementary School
- Wilmette Junior High School
- New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi
Utilities
- SpacePak Central Air
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Enclosed patio or porch
- Property is near a park
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Westhaus Eric | $786,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Robinson Kevin M | $524,000 | Chicago Title | |
Sernus Lauren | $484,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
Carleton Douglas R | $420,000 | Ticor Title Insurance Compan |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Open | Westhaus Eric | $589,500 | |
Previous Owner | Robinson Kevin M | $400,374 | |
Previous Owner | Robinson Kevin M | $445,400 | |
Previous Owner | Sernus Lauren | $375,000 | |
Previous Owner | Sernus Lauren | $378,000 | |
Previous Owner | Sernus Lauren | $388,500 | |
Previous Owner | Sernus Lauren M | $401,000 | |
Previous Owner | Sernus Lauren M | $404,000 | |
Previous Owner | Sernus Lauren | $404,500 | |
Previous Owner | Sernus Lauren | $395,680 | |
Previous Owner | Carleton Douglas R | $346,500 | |
Previous Owner | Carleton Douglas R | $10,000 | |
Previous Owner | Carleton Douglas R | $336,000 | |
Closed | Carleton Douglas R | $10,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/26/2023 06/26/23 | Sold | $786,000 | +18.2% | $539 / Sq Ft |
05/21/2023 05/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/16/2023 05/16/23 | For Sale | $665,000 | +26.9% | $456 / Sq Ft |
05/31/2016 05/31/16 | Sold | $524,000 | +0.8% | $360 / Sq Ft |
04/24/2016 04/24/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/23/2016 04/23/16 | For Sale | $519,900 | -- | $357 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $11,507 | $57,000 | $16,481 | $40,519 |
2023 | $11,507 | $57,000 | $16,481 | $40,519 |
2022 | $11,507 | $57,000 | $16,481 | $40,519 |
2021 | $11,797 | $45,410 | $11,986 | $33,424 |
2020 | $11,605 | $45,410 | $11,986 | $33,424 |
2019 | $11,260 | $49,359 | $11,986 | $37,373 |
2018 | $11,949 | $50,227 | $10,188 | $40,039 |
2017 | $11,619 | $50,227 | $10,188 | $40,039 |
2016 | $10,375 | $50,227 | $10,188 | $40,039 |
2015 | $9,104 | $39,296 | $8,390 | $30,906 |
2014 | $8,972 | $39,296 | $8,390 | $30,906 |
2013 | $9,006 | $41,231 | $8,390 | $32,841 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2023
John Nash
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 338-2756
71 in this area
100 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Ted Nash
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(312) 505-1959
61 in this area
83 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Julie Busby
Compass
(312) 890-4818
2 in this area
611 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2016
Paul Gorney
eXp Realty, LLC
(773) 914-0023
17 in this area
115 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2016
John Adamson
Baird Warner
(847) 989-6076
7 in this area
94 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11784033

APN: 05-33-404-011-0000
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