NOT LISTED FOR SALE

523 Washington Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,858,000 - $2,123,000

5 Beds
5 Baths
4,679 Sq Ft
$424/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 12, 2023

Last sale price $1,705,000 $364 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,794/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mud Room
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Steam Shower
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of April 2023

Charm & beauty abound in this 5 bedroom traditional home set in the ideal east Wilmette location on a coveted, quiet street that is steps to everything. Completely renovated in 2011 with gracious, light-filled rooms, it is a true blend of architectural integrity and modern amenities. Gorgeous curb appeal with an adorable front porch & Bluestone walkway lead you to the pretty foyer with leaded glass windows and beautiful millwork. The spacious Living Room has built-ins & beautiful wood-burning fireplace. There is a separate Formal Dining Room with French doors to the Family Room. Gorgeous newer Kitchen with top of the line appliances and huge eating area that opens the Family Room. The second floor offers three great sized bedrooms with deep closets, new Hall Bath and a Primary Suite with a private Sitting Room, gorgeous views, private balcony and a new spa bath with steam shower & separate tub. The third floor is a true retreat with a Fifth Bedroom, skylights, private newer Bath with double sinks and a huge walk-in closet with room for everything. The fully finished basement has a Recreation Room, Powder Room, Office, Laundry and Mudroom with built-in cubbies. Huge deck and stone patio with a fire pit area are the perfect spots for summer dinners and smores by the fire. Fully fenced yard with a detached garage and gorgeously landscaped yard. Walk to everything location - beach, town, train, schools and shopping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindy Goss

Baird & Warner License #475141196 Listed on: 03/08/2023

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Kevin Rutherford

Baird & Warner License #475160558

Baird & Warner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,667

Year Built

  • Built in 1909 | Remodeled in 2011

Lot Details

  • 7,492

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Space is Owned

Interior Spaces

  • 4,679 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Dual Sinks
  • Steam Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Schools

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

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Lot Dimensions are 150x50

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,667

Year Built

Built in 1909 | Remodeled in 2011

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2011
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2011

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1508
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 4679
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Foyer, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Storage, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 6187
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 3194
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 4679
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1508
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 6187
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1792
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1379
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 1508
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 1550000
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Number of Cars: 1.5
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • 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
  • Middle/Junior School District: 39

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 150X50
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18666.86
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2023
Closed on
Mar 28, 2023
Sold by
Foster Stephanie and Foster Christopher T
Bought by
Han Songi
Seller's Agent
Lindy Goss
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Rutherford
Baird & Warner
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,705,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
10%
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$1,982,097

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$277,097
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.21%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$586,716
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,337,268

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2011
Sold by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Bought by
Foster Christopher T and Foster Stephanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$73,000
Interest Rate
4.99%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Han Songi $1,705,000 None Listed On Document
Foster Christopher T $612,500 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Han Songi $600,000
Previous Owner Foster Christopher T $400,000
Previous Owner Foster Christopher T $414,237
Previous Owner Foster Christopher T $320,763
Previous Owner Foster Christopher T $415,500
Previous Owner Foster Christopher T $417,000
Previous Owner Foster Christopher T $73,000
Previous Owner Foster Stephanie $73,000
Previous Owner Foster Christopher T $417,000
Previous Owner Chicago Title Land Trust Co $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/12/2023 04/12/23 Sold $1,705,000 +10.0% $364 / Sq Ft
03/12/2023 03/12/23 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2023 03/08/23 For Sale $1,550,000 -- $331 / 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 $24,185 $109,897 $20,625 $89,272
2023 $22,869 $109,897 $20,625 $89,272
2022 $22,869 $109,897 $20,625 $89,272
2021 $18,667 $75,183 $16,500 $58,683
2020 $18,420 $75,183 $16,500 $58,683
2019 $17,860 $81,721 $16,500 $65,221
2018 $20,626 $90,132 $14,250 $75,882
2017 $20,069 $90,132 $14,250 $75,882
2016 $19,048 $90,132 $14,250 $75,882
2015 $18,939 $78,912 $11,812 $67,100
2014 $19,278 $78,912 $11,812 $67,100
2013 $18,411 $78,912 $11,812 $67,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11730514

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-34-207-003-0000