NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2140 Lake Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $941,000 - $1,303,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,817 Sq Ft
$289/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 29, 2023

Last sale price $520,000 $136 Per Sq Ft

Est. 112% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,271/month

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Double Oven
  • Highcrest Middle School Rated A
  • Breakfast Room
  • 5-minute walk to Elmwood Dunes

About This Home

As of December 2023

Conveniently located in the heart of Wilmette, this warm and inviting home offers a great floorplan and nicely scaled rooms, providing the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Upon entering, a welcoming foyer sets the tone for the home which leads to the large living room with a fireplace providing a cozy ambiance adjacent to the dining room, making it perfect for entertaining. The kitchen boasts ample counter and cabinet space plus a breakfast nook to enjoy your morning coffee. Prepare delicious meals while staying connected to the adjacent family room, creating a central hub for everyday living. The comfortable family room with a 2nd fireplace is the perfect spot to unwind and relax with family and friends. Rounding out the first floor is a dedicated office area, perfectly suited for the demands of modern remote work. On the second floor, you will find four good size bedrooms including a spacious primary bedroom with a private bath. The additional three bedrooms offer generous proportions, ensuring everyone has their own privacy. The expansive basement offers an abundance of storage space. Relax and enjoy the backyard, perfect for children's playtime, gardening enthusiasts, and al fresco dining. An attached heated oversized 2 car garage completes this offering. Situated just South of Kenilworth Gardens in the highly sought-after Harper School District (No crossing Lake Avenue for Harper!) and within close proximity to Highcrest Middle School, Wilmette Junior High, the Centennial Recreation Complex and the Wilmette Park District. Located in the New Trier School District, it offers easy access to public transit and the expressway. An incredible opportunity to own this special home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jane O'Malley

Compass License #475121534 Listed on: 09/30/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Lydia DeLeo

Compass License #475125122

Last Buyer's Agent

Tedi Smola

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475178548

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x130

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,817 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Harper Elementary School
  • Highcrest Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
  • Other Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,622

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • LivingArea: 3817
  • Room Type: Office, Foyer, Breakfast Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2642
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3817
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • ParkingTotal: 4
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X130
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10621.63
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze,Disabled Person

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2023
Closed on
Dec 7, 2023
Sold by
Steinhaus Kirk
Bought by
Smola Tedi A and Regan Liam M
Seller's Agent
Jane O'Malley
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tedi Smola
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.59%
Views
385
Current Estimated Value
$1,101,524

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$581,524
Avg. Annual Appreciation
43.46%
Original Mortgage
$494,000
Outstanding Balance
$483,601
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$617,923

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 1999
Sold by
Rosen Arnold A
Bought by
Steinhaus Kirk and Steinhaus Hilary Anderson

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,000
Interest Rate
7%
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
Smola Tedi A $520,000 Citywide Title
Steinhaus Kirk $350,000 Ticor Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smola Tedi A $494,000
Previous Owner Steinhaus Kirk $227,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/29/2023 12/29/23 Sold $520,000 -4.6% $136 / Sq Ft
10/24/2023 10/24/23 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2023 09/30/23 For Sale $545,000 -- $143 / 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 $17,103 $99,000 $20,800 $78,200
2024 $17,103 $82,000 $20,800 $61,200
2023 $16,142 $82,000 $20,800 $61,200
2022 $16,142 $82,000 $20,800 $61,200
2021 $10,622 $57,785 $13,650 $44,135
2020 $9,733 $57,785 $13,650 $44,135
2019 $9,604 $63,500 $13,650 $49,850
2018 $10,197 $52,500 $11,700 $40,800
2017 $9,742 $52,500 $11,700 $40,800
2016 $10,140 $52,500 $11,700 $40,800
2015 $12,165 $53,500 $9,587 $43,913
2014 $11,994 $53,500 $9,587 $43,913
2013 $14,813 $68,000 $9,587 $58,413
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11842087

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-28-312-014-0000