NOT LISTED FOR SALE

611 Lake Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,257,199

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,887 Sq Ft
$435/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 15, 2025

Last sale price $1,200,000 $416 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,272 / mo

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Radiant Floor
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Bonus Room
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Wine Refrigerator

About This Home

As of August 2025

East Wilmette farmhouse jewel w/ 4 beds, 3.5 baths, convenient second-floor laundry and a gorgeous garden just a few blocks from Gilson Beach, a short walk to bustling downtown Wilmette and in the New Trier school district! This meticulously maintained home, which is a lovely mix of old and new, has arched LR windows, preserved millwork and pristine hardwood floors throughout. The original interior foyer door opens to a stylish interior of William Morris wallpaper and a gorgeous wooden staircase. Custom cabinetry flanks the LR fireplace, which comes equipped with a fan to keep cozy fires burning. The home has great flow with a separate DR that leads to a family room / office / den with original pocket door. Next is the chef's eat-in kitchen featuring Wood-Mode custom cabinetry, paneled Sub-Zero fridge, double wall ovens, beverage fridge and warming drawer oven. French doors lead to a tranquil and spacious fenced yard full of perennials and an impressively large Willow tree in a far corner of the lot. Complete with an underground sprinkler system and welcoming patio. Plentiful storage and a powder room round out the first floor. Upstairs, the lovely primary bedroom suite features a custom walk-in closet with Wood-Mode floor-to-ceiling cabinets and island. More custom cabinets make an appearance in the adjoining primary bath! Two sinks, heated tiles, a large walk-in shower with built-in bench and a conveniently located additional laundry room complete the primary suite. A second and third bedroom and additional full bathroom are also on this floor. The third floor includes a large bedroom with a full bath (and mint condition vintage claw-foot tub!). The large attic opposite the fourth bedroom offers endless opportunities for build-out! Large basement includes partially finished space with bonus room, additional laundry room (with 2 more dryers) and workshop area. Includes two-car garage, plus adjacent parking pad with two exterior spots. Supplemental AC in attic bedroom. This is an estate sale and sold as-is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Mora Evans

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475203495 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Alberts

Compass License #471021581

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,934

Year Built

  • Built in 1909 | Remodeled in 2010

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 160
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Alley Access
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,887 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Parquet
  • Radiant Floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,934

Year Built

Built in 1909 | Remodeled in 2010

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Farmhouse
  • 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: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2010
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2010

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Other, Range Hood, Oven
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2887
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Room Type: Attic, Bonus Room, Walk In Closet, Foyer
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2887
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3887
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Alley Access, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Forced Air, Steam, Baseboard, Radiant Floor
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level, Multiple Locations
  • 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: Central Elementary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: Wilmette Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 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: 17933.78
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2025
Closed on
Aug 11, 2025
Sold by
Fred K Walz Revocable Trust and Marilyn B Walz Family Trust
Bought by
Smith Casey J and Smith Samantha A
Seller's Agent
Debbie Mora Evans
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Beth Alberts
Compass
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
$1,257,199

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$57,199
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.68%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$597,388
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$659,811

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2022
Sold by
Walz Fred K and Marilyn B Walz Revocable Trust
Bought by
Walz Fred K and Marilyn B Walz Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2022
Sold by
Walz Fred K and Marilyn B Walz Revocable Trust
Bought by
Walz Fred K and Marilyn B Walz Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2010
Sold by
Walz Fred K and Walz Marilyn B
Bought by
Walz Fred K and Walz Marilyn B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2002
Sold by
Walz Fred K and Walz Marilyn B
Bought by
Walz Fred K and Walz Marilyn B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 1998
Sold by
Martin Theodore B and Martin Theodore B
Bought by
Waltz Fred K and Walz Marilyn B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$435,600
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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
Smith Casey J $1,200,000 None Listed On Document
Walz Fred K -- --
Walz Fred K -- --
Walz Fred K -- None Available
Walz Fred K -- None Available
Waltz Fred K $90,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Casey J $600,000
Previous Owner Waltz Fred K $435,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $1,200,000 0.0% $416 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $1,200,000 0.0% $416 / Sq Ft
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Price Changed $1,200,000 -- $416 / 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 $19,288 $140,001 $25,838 $114,163
2024 $19,288 $85,001 $21,863 $63,138
2023 $18,256 $85,001 $21,863 $63,138
2022 $18,256 $85,001 $21,863 $63,138
2021 $16,001 $67,587 $17,490 $50,097
2020 $15,845 $67,587 $17,490 $50,097
2019 $15,351 $73,465 $17,490 $55,975
2018 $17,639 $80,324 $15,105 $65,219
2017 $19,984 $92,465 $15,105 $77,360
2016 $19,168 $92,465 $15,105 $77,360
2015 $19,293 $82,212 $12,521 $69,691
2014 $19,008 $82,212 $12,521 $69,691
2013 $18,129 $82,212 $12,521 $69,691
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12414709

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-34-203-006-0000

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