NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1517 Walnut Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,265,000 - $1,518,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,258 Sq Ft
$429/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 18, 2019

Last sale price $960,000 $295 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,211/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • McKenzie Elementary School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2019

This home exudes coolness & sophistication! Artfully designed in great Wilmette neighborhood with forward thinking remodel provides an open floor plan with a warm aesthetic. Huge bay window in the living room & transom windows in spacious dining & family rooms allow significant light in the home. Hardwood floors throughout. White kitchen has all stainless appliances, fresh backsplash & large island. Walk-in pantry with custom shelving is so awesome you'll want to keep the pocket door open! Family room with gorgeous wall of built-ins & wood burning fireplace with gas starter is the heart of the home. Stunning master with vaulted ceiling, gorgeous custom cabinetry & fireplace is a lovely escape. Vast walk-in closet & master bath with double vanity complete the suite. 3 additional nice sized bedrooms & bath on 2nd floor. Basement has wonderful rec-room, cool loft, laundry room & storage. Large mudroom leads to private back yard. Exceptional home near parks, schools, town & train.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katie Hauser

Compass License #475159201 Listed on: 01/28/2019

Compass

Co-Listed By

Meg McGuinness

Compass License #475170025

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Corr

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471001295

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,473

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1950 | 1998

Lot Details

  • 6,578

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Partial Air Conditioning Available
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near a bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,473

Year Built | Renovated

1950 | 1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 1998
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Style Of House: Traditional
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1950
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Year Renovated: 1998

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 18X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Master Bedroom
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 14X8, On Level: Basement
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 18X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 16X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Walk-in
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room, Foyer, Mud Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 19X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 20X16, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 11X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Stone
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Mud, Dimensions: 10X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Stone
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3258
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X18, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Partial
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Schools

  • School District: 203
  • Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
  • Middle School: Highcrest Middle School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Junior High Dist: 39
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Wilmette Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 47X140
  • Parcel Identification Number: 05284200290000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 13327.63

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2022
Sold by
Corr Patrick and Corr Amy
Bought by
Erik I Parks Revocable Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,397,509

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Outstanding Balance
$933,837
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$435,324

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2019
Closed on
Mar 13, 2019
Sold by
Mcguinness John B and Mcguinness Meghan
Bought by
Corr Amy and Corr Patrick
Seller's Agent
Katie Hauser
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Amy Corr
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$960,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-3.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%
Original Mortgage
$850,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1995
Sold by
Elmlund Gordon T and Elmlund Elvir H
Bought by
Mcguiness John B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
7.12%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Erik I Parks Revocable Trust $1,200,000 Proper Title
Erik I Parks Revocable Trust $1,200,000 Proper Title
Corr Amy $960,000 Chicago Title
Mcguiness John B $295,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Erik I Parks Revocable Trust $960,000
Closed Erik I Parks Revocable Trust $960,000
Previous Owner Corr Amy $89,000
Previous Owner Corr Amy $844,000
Previous Owner Corr Amy $850,000
Previous Owner Mcguinness John B $417,000
Previous Owner Mcguinness John B $46,500
Previous Owner Mcguinness John B $417,000
Previous Owner Mcguinness John B $417,000
Previous Owner Mcguinness John B $417,000
Previous Owner Mcguinness John B $399,000
Previous Owner Mcguiness John B $265,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2019 03/18/19 Sold $960,000 -3.0% $295 / Sq Ft
01/30/2019 01/30/19 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2019 01/28/19 For Sale $990,000 -- $304 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $17,473 $77,000 $21,056 $55,944
2023 $15,803 $77,000 $21,056 $55,944
2022 $15,803 $77,000 $21,056 $55,944
2021 $20,183 $81,019 $13,818 $67,201
2020 $20,705 $81,019 $13,818 $67,201
2019 $19,528 $89,032 $13,818 $75,214
2018 $13,692 $60,989 $11,844 $49,145
2017 $13,328 $60,989 $11,844 $49,145
2016 $12,714 $60,989 $11,844 $49,145
2015 $11,129 $47,454 $9,705 $37,749
2014 $10,965 $47,454 $9,705 $37,749
2013 $10,458 $47,454 $9,705 $37,749
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10256902

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-28-420-029-0000