609 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091

$1,349,000 Asking Price

4 beds
4 baths
3,255  sqft
Built in 1906

In the heart of east Wilmette, 609 Central welcomes you with a wonderful wrap-around porch, with bead board ceilings, skylights and entrances to the living room and dining room, accentuating the great flow of this home. Beautiful foyer with gorgeous millwork and sweet powder room with arched entry. Architectural interest and details can be found throughout this lovely home. The lovely living room is anchored by large windows and the gracious fireplace and mantel. Abundant light streams into the dining room that can accommodate a large table, making this THE entertaining home. The large kitchen with Mexican Saltillo tile is warm (literally, with radiant heated floors) and large enough to accommodate an island or table. Custom cabinetry and plenty of storage with wonderful breakfast bar provides casual everyday seating. The kitchen leads to the family room with gas fireplace and doors to the wonderful raised patio. Between the family room and dining room is a beautiful, big office with wall of windows and wall of built-in shelves. Every room flows effortlessly into the other, making for easy living. All of the hardwood floors on the first floor have recently been redone. Fresh paint and light fixtures throughout the home. There are 4 bedrooms on the second floor and a large hall bath. The primary suite includes a large bedroom, ensuite bathroom and very large and bright tandem room, that is the perfect space to expand the primary. The third floor has storage space and a great hang-out room with skylights, perfect as an additional office or playroom. The basement has a freshly carpeted recreation room, laundry room and additional space for storage or to create more living space. Huge backyard (this is a 211' deep lot!) leads to 2 car garage and 2 car parking pad. NEW BOILER, 2021. NEW WATER HEATER 2022. NEW ROOF 2024. This is a really fantastic home in the best location. Walk to the beach, walk to town, walk to schools, walk to the train! The best place to call home in this vibrant east Wilmette neighborhood.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Built-in Features, Bookcases
Rooms:
Office, Loft, Attic, Recreation Room, Tandem Room, Foyer, Storage
Appliances:
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
In Unit
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Space Pac
Heating:
Natural Gas, Radiant, Radiator(s)
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Gas Log, Fireplaces: 2
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Frame, Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Style:
American 4-Sq.
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
3 Stories

Location

HOA Amenities:
Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
39
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
05342110060000

Utilities

Water:
Lake Michigan
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.25% ON 1ST MILLION, 1.75% ON BALANCE - $495

This listing courtesy of:
Compass, Katie Hauser

About Wilmette, IL

Housing

Number of Units
9,730
Median Home Value
$710,696
Median Rent
$1,415

11.95% of housing units are renter occupied.

5.48% are vacant.

Commute

Car
37.97%
Public Transportation
13.19%
Walk to Work
1.61%
Work from Home
45.62%
Other
1.38%

The median travel time to work is 21 minutes.

People

Population
26,710
Median Age
44.90
Median Household Size
2.84

Education

High School
4.28%
Associate’s Degree
2.59%
Bachelor’s Degree
32.90%
Graduate Degree
51.62%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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