$1,500,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025

820 Lake Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,378 Sq Ft
1901 Built

Recently Sold

$343 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of June 2025

Ideally located just blocks from vibrant downtown Wilmette, the Metra, and beautiful Gillson Park, this handsome and inviting home offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and everyday functionality. A classic front porch welcomes you into a gracious vestibule and entry foyer. The expansive formal living room is filled with natural light, anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace with a brick surround, and flows seamlessly into a sun-drenched sunroom-perfect for reading or relaxing. The generously sized formal dining room sits at the heart of the home, ideal for entertaining and holiday gatherings. A stylish butler's pantry with custom built-ins leads into the bright and airy kitchen, which boasts ample counter space, abundant cabinetry, and room for casual dining. Open to a spacious family room overlooking the deep backyard, this kitchen-family room combo is ideal for modern living. The circular floor plan adds a sense of ease and flow, with the front staircase accessible directly from the kitchen. Upstairs, a versatile room at the top of the stairs offers endless possibilities-ideal as a home office, sitting room, or homework station. The primary suite features vaulted ceilings, abundant closet space, and an en-suite bath with a soaking tub and separate shower. Three additional bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the second floor. A charming third-floor retreat includes a fifth bedroom and access to the unique balcony room with views over the primary suite. The finished basement adds more functional space with a rec room, laundry area, and potential for a half bath. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard oasis with a raised deck-perfect for summer entertaining. A detached two-car garage and additional parking pad for two more cars complete the picture. This exceptional home offers the best of Wilmette living-walkable to shops, restaurants, the train, and the lake. Don't miss your chance to enjoy summer just blocks from the beach in a home that has it all!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Coco Harris

Compass License #475155570 Listed on: 05/25/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Rene Nelson

Compass License #475128053

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,826

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x201
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,378 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer

Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Central Elementary School
  • Highcrest Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • 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

$28,826

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • LivingArea: 4378
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Mud Room, Sun Room, Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Finished,Full
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating: Steam
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • 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: Highcrest Middle School
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Wilmette Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X201
  • 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: 28826
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 25, 2025
Closed on
Jun 13, 2025
Sold by
Glennon Mark E and Glennon Sharon S
Bought by
Johnson Daniel and Johnson Kelli
Seller's Agent
Coco Harris
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Rene Nelson
Compass
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
11.19%
Views
21
Current Estimated Value
$1,573,701

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$73,701
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2001
Sold by
Keenan David M and Keenan Kristin H
Bought by
Glennon Mark E and Glennon Sharon S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
7.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 1997
Sold by
Furse Mark C and Reda Karen A
Bought by
Keenan David M and Keenan Kristin H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$548,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,500,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $940,000 Ticor Title Insurance Compan
Warranty Deed $685,000 Commonwealth Land Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $650,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $548,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $1,500,000 +11.2% $343 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Pending -- -- --
05/25/2025 05/25/25 For Sale $1,349,000 -- $308 / 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 $28,826 $133,000 $27,500 $105,500
2023 $27,243 $133,000 $27,500 $105,500
2022 $27,243 $133,000 $27,500 $105,500
2021 $26,198 $104,171 $24,000 $80,171
2020 $25,828 $104,171 $24,000 $80,171
2019 $25,048 $113,230 $24,000 $89,230
2018 $26,459 $114,652 $20,000 $94,652
2017 $29,195 $129,583 $20,000 $109,583
2016 $27,623 $129,583 $20,000 $109,583
2015 $26,008 $107,389 $16,500 $90,889
2014 $25,607 $107,389 $16,500 $90,889
2013 $24,441 $107,389 $16,500 $90,889
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12333272

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-27-421-012-0000