Seller's Agent in 2026
Elizabeth Licata
Compass
(773) 466-7150
20 in this area
102 Total Sales
526 8th St Wilmette, IL 60091
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,867
Sq Ft
8,015
Sq Ft Lot Lot
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Traditional Architecture
- Finished Attic
- Central Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
About This Home
As of March 2026Beautiful home in East Wilmette! Perfectly located within walking distance to downtown, Metra, schools, parks, and the beach. This sun-filled home features a welcoming front porch, a circular flow, and character galore. Highlights include a spacious living room with a gas-log fireplace, a formal dining room with a detailed ceiling, and a bright family room overlooking the lush, fully-fenced backyard with stunning landscaping, a brick patio, and sprinkler system. The updated kitchen boasts white cabinetry, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, find 4 bedrooms, a sunny tandem room, and a newly renovated 3rd-floor retreat. Finished basement with laundry room and storage, 2.5-car garage, and move-in ready charm - this home has it all!
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475154799
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,333
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 8,015 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 160
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,867 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Attic
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Schools
- Central Elementary School
- Wilmette Junior High School
- New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Radiator
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 7, 2026
Closed on
Mar 25, 2026
Sold by
Lock Blair and Lock Marisa R
Bought by
Trahan Matthew
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Licata
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Laura Fitzpatrick
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
15.83%
Views
38
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-60.24%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$142,842
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2022
Closed on
Apr 29, 2022
Sold by
Burseth Daniel and Burseth Lauren
Bought by
Lock Blair and Lock Marisa R
Seller's Agent
Cricket King
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Licata
Compass
List Price
$960,000
Sold Price
$1,155,000
Premium/Discount to List
$195,000
20.31%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.93%
Original Mortgage
$924,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 26, 2020
Closed on
Jul 28, 2020
Sold by
Gordon Thomas and Gordon Susan
Bought by
Burseth Daniel and Burseth Lauren
Seller's Agent
Frank Capitanini
Compass
Buyer's Agent
John Baylor
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$819,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-2.32%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
23.20%
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 1994
Sold by
Mcdonough Walter W and Mcdonough Carolyn S
Bought by
Gordon Thomas and Gordon Susan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$328,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,500,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,155,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $800,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $410,000 | Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $924,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $640,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $328,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/30/2026 03/30/26 | Sold | $1,500,000 | +15.8% | $523 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/12/2026 03/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/07/2026 03/07/26 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | +12.1% | $452 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/06/2022 05/06/22 | Sold | $1,155,000 | +20.3% | $361 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/07/2022 04/07/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/04/2022 04/04/22 | For Sale | $960,000 | +20.0% | $300 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/03/2020 08/03/20 | Sold | $800,000 | -2.3% | $476 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/04/2020 06/04/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/26/2020 05/26/20 | For Sale | $819,000 | -- | $488 / 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 | $15,333 | $101,000 | $26,000 | $75,000 |
| 2024 | $15,333 | $70,888 | $22,000 | $48,888 |
| 2023 | $17,736 | $70,888 | $22,000 | $48,888 |
| 2022 | $17,736 | $86,000 | $22,000 | $64,000 |
| 2021 | $13,303 | $54,538 | $17,600 | $36,938 |
| 2020 | $13,144 | $54,538 | $17,600 | $36,938 |
| 2019 | $12,741 | $59,281 | $17,600 | $41,681 |
| 2018 | $14,510 | $64,424 | $15,200 | $49,224 |
| 2017 | $14,122 | $64,424 | $15,200 | $49,224 |
| 2016 | $13,460 | $64,424 | $15,200 | $49,224 |
| 2015 | $13,045 | $55,171 | $12,600 | $42,571 |
| 2014 | $12,851 | $55,171 | $12,600 | $42,571 |
| 2013 | $12,258 | $55,171 | $12,600 | $42,571 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Elizabeth Licata
-
Laura Fitzpatrick
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Laura Fitzpatrick
@ Properties
(312) 217-6483
104 in this area
201 Total Sales
-
Cricket King
Seller's Agent in 2022
Cricket King
@ Properties
(847) 338-7328
9 in this area
59 Total Sales
-
John Baylor
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
John Baylor
@ Properties
(847) 502-7471
5 in this area
60 Total Sales
-
Frank Capitanini
Seller's Agent in 2020
Frank Capitanini
Compass
(781) 609-9223
104 in this area
191 Total Sales
-
Trish Capitanini
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Trish Capitanini
Compass
(847) 652-2315
69 in this area
95 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12584196
APN: 05-34-215-002-0000
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