$1,400,000
SOLD NOV 1, 2024

2501 Thornwood Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,256 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$430 Per Sq Ft

17% Above List Price

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Harper Elementary School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 1-minute walk to Thornwood Park

About This Home

As of November 2024

Beautiful and private 5-bedroom home next to Harper Elementary School with a large backyard oasis! Enjoy this classic floor plan with 5 bedrooms all on the second floor and a 2-car attached garage - a highly coveted amenity during those Wilmette winters. As you step inside, you're greeted by a spacious living room with large windows that fill the space with natural light and a fireplace that's perfect for cozy entertainment. Host memorable dinners in the formal dining room with plenty of space for large gatherings. The updated kitchen seamlessly flows into an inviting breakfast nook and the bright family room, all overlooking your gorgeous backyard. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite boasts two walk-in closets and an en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub and separate shower. Four additional bedrooms, one en-suite bathroom and a hall bathroom, provide plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. With skylights and windows well-appointed throughout the home, light and nature fill the house. The fully finished basement offers a large recreation room, a full bathroom, and two additional rooms that could be used as a guest bedroom, an office, or a home gym. With a spacious first-floor laundry room and ample storage throughout the home, 2501 Thornwood Ave offers convenience and all the amenities. Outside, the landscaped backyard with a charming patio area is perfect for summer barbecues and outdoor gatherings. Privacy and beauty await you at your new home on this large 60 x 167 lot. Situated steps away from Harper Elementary School, this is your opportunity to live in one of Wilmette's most sought-after neighborhoods within walking distance of award-winning schools and parks. Don't miss this opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ali Wenzke

Compass License #475198513 Listed on: 09/25/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Cristina Aliagas

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475205203

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,081

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 60x167
  • Fenced Yard
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,256 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry
  • Laundry Chute

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Brick Porch or Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,081

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 3256
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Walk In Closet, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Office, Bonus Room, Storage, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Square Footage Comments: Square footage excludes the basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • List Price: 1200000
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Sidewalks
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Chute, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • 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 District: 39

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60X167
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • 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: 18080.7
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2024
Closed on
Oct 23, 2024
Sold by
Anderson Karl B
Bought by
Barali Trust and Barenys
Seller's Agent
Ali Wenzke
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Cristina Aliagas
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200,000
16.67%
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$1,472,968

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$72,968
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,114,240
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$297,605

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2020
Sold by
Anderson Karl B
Bought by
Anderson Karl B and Anderson Karl B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2020
Sold by
Anderson Karl B and Estate Of Pamela Lung Hui Shu
Bought by
Anderson Karl B and Anderson Pamela Lung
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,400,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,120,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $237,510 New Conventional
Previous Owner $303,500 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Sold $1,400,000 +16.7% $430 / Sq Ft
09/27/2024 09/27/24 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2024 09/25/24 For Sale $1,200,000 0.0% $369 / Sq Ft
09/10/2024 09/10/24 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $369 / 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 $18,081 $85,648 $20,040 $65,608
2023 $19,541 $85,648 $20,040 $65,608
2022 $19,541 $97,142 $20,040 $77,102
2021 $19,451 $80,864 $17,535 $63,329
2020 $19,737 $82,818 $17,535 $65,283
2019 $21,007 $95,516 $17,535 $77,981
2018 $21,254 $92,771 $14,529 $78,242
2017 $20,680 $92,771 $14,529 $78,242
2016 $19,622 $92,771 $14,529 $78,242
2015 $20,779 $86,326 $12,024 $74,302
2014 $20,462 $86,326 $12,024 $74,302
2013 $19,527 $86,326 $12,024 $74,302
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12160214

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-29-410-014-0000