NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1627 Walnut Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,948,000 - $2,183,000

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
1,368 Sq Ft
$1,524/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 23, 2025

Last sale price $2,100,000 $1,535 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,025/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Attic
  • McKenzie Elementary School Rated A
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • 4-minute walk to Forest Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Exceptional, newer home in McKenzie! This beautifully designed 5+ bedroom, 5.1-bath home offers an ideal blend of luxury and functionality. The first floor features an elegant living and dining room, a private office, an open-concept kitchen, and a family room. The chef's kitchen is perfectly appointed with a 48" Wolf range, custom hood, Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine fridge, and a built-in banquette for casual dining. The adjacent, sun-filled family room is highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter and a coffered ceiling. A well-appointed mudroom with built-in cubbies and bench seating provides the perfect drop zone for daily essentials. The first floor also features a sophisticated powder room. Gorgeous hardwood floors run throughout the home. On the second floor, the spacious primary suite includes a custom-built closet and a spa-like bath with dual sinks, a separate soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Two good-sized bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while a fourth bedroom enjoys an en-suite bath. The third floor offers a versatile loft, additional bedroom, and full bath, all with stunning treetop views, creating a serene retreat. The fully finished basement is an entertainer's dream, with a large rec room, wet bar, exercise room, full bath, and ample storage. High ceilings and large windows fill the space with natural light, enhancing its open and inviting feel. Outside, the beautifully landscaped yard offers a private oasis with a spacious paver patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings. A pretty front porch adds charm to the home's curb appeal. A detached, heated two-car garage and a parking pad for a third car add convenience to this exceptional home. Located in the highly sought-after McKenzie neighborhood, this home provides easy access to top-rated schools, parks, shopping, and dining. Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christie Ascione

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475123300 Listed on: 02/09/2025

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Lisa Weis

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475182892

Last Buyer's Agent

David Chung

Compass License #475170036

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,236

Year Built

  • Built in 2013

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x140
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar Fridge
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Loft
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Attic

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Natural lighting in basement

Schools

  • Mckenzie Elementary School
  • Wilmette Junior High School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,236

Year Built

Built in 2013

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Farmhouse
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 2013
  • Age: 11-15 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Daylight
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Bedroom 5, Loft, Exercise Room, Recreation Room, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Finished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: Wilmette Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X140
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 26236.24
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2025
Closed on
Apr 23, 2025
Sold by
Andrus Carter and Andrus Cara
Bought by
Garcia Alberto J and Garcia Katherine Purrell
Seller's Agent
Christie Ascione
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
David Chung
Compass
List Price
$2,100,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Views
6
Current Estimated Value
$2,085,298

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$14,702
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.92%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Outstanding Balance
$893,043
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,192,255

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2014
Closed on
Mar 27, 2015
Sold by
1611 Elmwood Llc
Bought by
Andrus Carter and Andrus Cara
Seller's Agent
Kathleen McIntyre
Coldwell Banker Residential
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON MEMBER
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,468,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$81,250
-5.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.61%
Original Mortgage
$293,750
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2014
Sold by
Federico Steven J
Bought by
1611 Elmwood Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 1993
Sold by
Webber James Randall and Webber Debbie
Bought by
Federico Steven J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,750
Interest Rate
4.62%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Garcia Alberto J $2,100,000 None Listed On Document
Andrus Carter $1,469,000 Cti
1611 Elmwood Llc $550,000 First American Title Ins Co
Federico Steven J $111,666 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Garcia Alberto J $900,000
Previous Owner Andrus Carter $293,750
Previous Owner Andrus Carter $881,250
Previous Owner Federico Steven J $150,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/23/2025 04/23/25 Sold $2,100,000 0.0% $1,535 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2025 02/08/25 For Sale $2,100,000 +43.0% $1,535 / Sq Ft
03/30/2015 03/30/15 Sold $1,468,750 -5.2% $1,074 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/14/2015 02/14/15 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2014 08/20/14 For Sale $1,550,000 -- $1,133 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $26,236 $197,000 $22,400 $174,600
2024 $26,236 $118,936 $22,400 $96,536
2023 $27,440 $118,936 $22,400 $96,536
2022 $27,440 $131,182 $22,400 $108,782
2021 $23,719 $94,631 $14,700 $79,931
2020 $26,976 $108,661 $14,700 $93,961
2019 $28,792 $129,644 $14,700 $114,944
2018 $29,854 $128,920 $12,600 $116,320
2017 $29,042 $128,920 $12,600 $116,320
2016 $27,479 $128,920 $12,600 $116,320
2015 $25,037 $100,853 $10,325 $90,528
2014 $3,228 $13,471 $10,325 $3,146
2013 $9,137 $41,792 $10,325 $31,467
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12293552

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-28-419-005-0000