NOT LISTED FOR SALE

243 Linden Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $952,000 - $1,289,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,083 Sq Ft
$562/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2023

Last sale price $911,001 $437 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,686/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Linden Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Sitting Room

About This Home

As of June 2023

This charming all-brick home in East Wilmette boasts 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car detached garage on a spacious 40 x 160 lot. The property is an Estate sale, being sold as-is, offering excellent potential for renovation and upgrades. The exterior features a lovely deck and yard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The location is highly desirable, with easy access to the Linden El, Bahai Temple, Gilson Beach, and downtown Wilmette. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this house your dream home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lynn Briskin

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475124194 Listed on: 04/06/2023

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Elizabeth Schwartz

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475160563

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Mawicke

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475147981

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,730

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 6,403

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,083 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Lot Dimensions are 40 x 160

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,730

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • LivingArea: 2083
  • Room Type: Deck, Sitting Room, Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiator(s)
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40 X 160
  • 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: 13729.95
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2023
Closed on
Jun 1, 2023
Sold by
Oakes Robert J
Bought by
Linsey Caroline
Seller's Agent
Lynn Briskin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Megan Mawicke
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$800,000
Sold Price
$911,001
Premium/Discount to List
$111,001
13.88%
Views
87
Current Estimated Value
$1,170,343

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$259,342
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.99%
Original Mortgage
$507,365
Outstanding Balance
$491,617
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$678,726

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2004
Sold by
Oakes Robert J and Oakes Dawn M
Bought by
Oakes Robert J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 1994
Sold by
Woolschlager John E and Naughton Patricia A
Bought by
Oakes Robert J and Ward Dawn M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
8.62%
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
Linsey Caroline $911,500 None Listed On Document
Oakes Robert J -- --
Oakes Robert J $440,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Linsey Caroline $507,365
Closed Oakes Robert J $385,000
Closed Oakes Robert J $352,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/01/2023 06/01/23 Sold $911,001 +13.9% $437 / Sq Ft
04/10/2023 04/10/23 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2023 04/06/23 For Sale $800,000 -- $384 / 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
2025 $19,515 $95,788 $20,800 $74,988
2024 $19,515 $82,006 $17,600 $64,406
2023 $17,148 $86,000 $17,600 $68,400
2022 $17,148 $86,000 $17,600 $68,400
2021 $13,730 $58,844 $14,080 $44,764
2020 $13,611 $58,844 $14,080 $44,764
2019 $14,059 $67,801 $14,080 $53,721
2018 $15,719 $72,255 $12,160 $60,095
2017 $16,832 $78,837 $12,160 $66,677
2016 $17,383 $84,253 $12,160 $72,093
2015 $14,676 $63,613 $10,080 $53,533
2014 $15,024 $65,904 $10,080 $55,824
2013 $14,324 $65,904 $10,080 $55,824
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11753086

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-35-116-004-0000