1947 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 New Beginnings
Listed by: stephanie sullivan
Office: baird & warner
MLS#:12755846
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$649,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$406.19
About this home
An extra-deep lot, three-car garage capacity, and a Wilmette address create an opportunity with plenty of room to imagine what comes next. Set on a 50' x 170' lot, this 3 BD/1.5 BA colonial style home offers a solid starting point for buyers ready to bring their own vision to a property with space that's increasingly hard to find. Inside, hardwood floors run throughout much of the home, with generously sized living and dining spaces, three upstairs BDs, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a full unfinished basement offering excellent storage and additional possibilities. A drain tile system has been installed around the full perimeter of the home, adding an important infrastructure improvement for the next owner. Outside, the expansive backyard provides an exceptional amount of green space for gardening, play, entertaining, or a future outdoor retreat. Even better, the property includes both an attached 1-car garage and a detached 2-car garage at the rear-an unusual combination offering flexibility for cars, bikes, hobbies, a workshop, or additional storage. The location adds another layer to the opportunity. Situated in a convenient pocket of Wilmette, the home is close to neighborhood parks and recreation, including the Centennial Recreation Complex, while shopping, groceries, restaurants, and everyday conveniences are nearby along Lake Avenue and at Edens Plaza. Easy access to the Edens Expressway makes getting into the city or around the North Shore simple, while downtown Wilmette, Metra, and the lakefront are just a short drive away. Gillson Park is a 10 min drive. The home is also served by highly regarded Wilmette District 39 and New Trier Township High School District 203, including Harper Elementary, Highcrest Middle School, Wilmette Junior High, and New Trier. There's plenty here to work with-and even more room to make it your own. Offered as-is as part of an estate sale, 1947 Lake Avenue is a compelling opportunity to renovate, reimagine, or create something entirely your own on an oversized lot in one of the North Shore's most desirable communities. Schedule your showing and come see the potential in person....
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Home facts
- Year built:1950
- Listing ID #:12755846
- Updated:October 25, 2026 at 10:54 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:7
- Dining Description:L-Shaped, Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:1,600 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1950
- Building area:1,600 sq. ft.
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$649,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$406.19
- Tax amount:$10,233 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
Parking
- Total parking spaces:3
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Garage, Gravel
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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