Seller's Agent in 2025
Mary Baubonis
@ Properties
(847) 477-4209
46 in this area
57 Total Sales
701 Lake Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,416
Sq Ft
9,540
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Central Elementary School Rated A
- Ranch Style House
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of June 2025Recent FULL-SCALE RENOVATION at this 4 bedroom, 3 bath East Wilmette Mid-Century modern ranch. A welcoming foyer with an OVERSIZED ELEVATOR for access to the finished lower level. The first floor features a spacious living room with a handsome stone 2-sided fireplace. The Chef's kitchen, overlooking the dining room, features WoodMode cabinetry, an oversized Cambria quartz island with a table-height sitting area, top-of-the-line appliances (Sub Zero, Wolf, and Miele), and additional storage. Cozy family/sunroom overlooks the yard and connects to the attached 2-car garage. There are 3 bedrooms on the 1st floor plus 2 updated baths with quartz slab surround showers. The lower level features heated floors, two separate large areas for TV, and a game room. Also on the lower level is the 4th bedroom, which has a full bath with an Ultra Therapy tub, 2 large closets, a laundry room with cabinetry, a sink, Maytag appliances, and a large storage/utility room. Beautiful, entirely fenced yard, is professionally landscaped with trees and perennials. The hardscaping features two patios, one Bluestone for the fire pit and the other for grilling & outdoor dining/entertaining. A+ location; easy distance to the beach, town, shopping, schools, and Metra. Note: The front of the home is on 7th Street.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475128975 Listed on: 04/14/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,553
Year Built
- Built in 1959
Lot Details
- 9,540 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60 x 159
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Elevator
- Double Sided Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Accessible Home Design
- Halls are 36 inches wide or more
- Accessibility Features
- Doors are 32 inches wide or more
Schools
- Central Elementary School
- Wilmette Junior High School
- New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 3, 2025
Sold by
Binkley John C and Binkley Joanne C
Bought by
Schiffman David and Schiffman Judith Feigon
Seller's Agent
Mary Baubonis
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carol Prieto
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,800,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Views
65
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.34%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 17, 2015
Closed on
Feb 5, 2016
Sold by
Avenue Development Llc
Bought by
Binkley John C and Binkley Joanne C
Seller's Agent
James Ticus
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Margit Nikitas
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$705,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.49%
Original Mortgage
$528,750
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 8, 2015
Sold by
Siglin Shirley G and Siglin Steven
Bought by
Avenue Development Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2003
Sold by
Siglin Irvin S
Bought by
Siglin Irvin S and Siglin Shirley G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 2, 1996
Sold by
Siglin Shirley G
Bought by
Siglin Irvin S
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,800,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $705,000 | Ct | |
| Deed | $620,000 | Ct | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $435,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $450,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $528,750 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $157,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Sold | $1,800,000 | 0.0% | $745 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | For Sale | $1,800,000 | +155.3% | $745 / Sq Ft |
| 02/08/2016 02/08/16 | Sold | $705,000 | -1.4% | $294 / Sq Ft |
| 11/25/2015 11/25/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/17/2015 11/17/15 | For Sale | $715,000 | -- | $298 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $18,553 | $87,729 | $26,235 | $61,494 |
| 2023 | $17,520 | $87,729 | $26,235 | $61,494 |
| 2022 | $17,520 | $87,729 | $26,235 | $61,494 |
| 2021 | $17,447 | $73,152 | $20,988 | $52,164 |
| 2020 | $17,267 | $73,152 | $20,988 | $52,164 |
| 2019 | $16,731 | $79,514 | $20,988 | $58,526 |
| 2018 | $15,301 | $70,500 | $18,126 | $52,374 |
| 2017 | $16,704 | $78,284 | $18,126 | $60,158 |
| 2016 | $18,772 | $86,364 | $18,126 | $68,238 |
| 2015 | $16,715 | $67,331 | $15,025 | $52,306 |
| 2014 | $16,449 | $67,331 | $15,025 | $52,306 |
| 2013 | $14,657 | $67,331 | $15,025 | $52,306 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mary Baubonis
-
Carol Prieto
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Carol Prieto
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 778-1960
1 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
James Ticus
Seller's Agent in 2016
James Ticus
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
(847) 864-6320
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
-
Margit Nikitas
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Margit Nikitas
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 447-6575
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12337657
APN: 05-34-202-019-0000
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