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Wilmette, IL, 60091 • 60091 • Cook County
$493/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
3Baths
1,824Sqft
0.18 acLot
1894Built
Cottage Style
Built 1894 · 132 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
Special Features
Workshop · Greenhouse · Other · Garage(s)
3-Car Garage
Asphalt · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
1d on Market
Listed Apr 13, 2026
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Single Family · Built 1894 · Historic
Set on an extraordinary garden property in the heart of Wilmette, 1924 Lake Avenue offers a rare combination of history, creativity, and vision. Originally constructed in the late 1800s, this one-of-a-kind oasis includes three distinct structures: the main house with an attached greenhouse, a separate cottage/studio, and a substantial workshop/garage. The grounds, designed by legendary landscape architect Craig Bergmann, create a setting that feels private, immersive, and unlike anything else on the North Shore. The main house features three bedrooms and one and a half baths, with warm, inviting living spaces, beautifully proportioned rooms, timeless details, and a character-rich kitchen and dining area that reflect the home's artistic spirit. Just off the kitchen, the climate-controlled greenhouse is one of the home's most memorable features. Feeling like a natural extension of the living space, it offers a remarkable year-round setting for dining, relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying the surrounding gardens. Upstairs, the second floor includes three bedrooms and a beautifully renovated full bathroom, with each space filled with natural light and charm. The basement level includes a laundry area and plenty of storage space. The separate cottage/studio adds over 500 square feet with its own half bath, offering exceptional flexibility for a home office, creative studio, fitness space, guest overflow, or whatever your needs may be. The workshop/garage provides space for three cars, an expansive work area, and storage. The garage roof includes solar panels and a rooftop garden, adding yet another layer of utility and originality. From winding brick paths and intimate seating areas to lush gardens and thoughtfully integrated outdoor rooms, every part of this property feels intentional and inspiring. 1924 Lake Avenue is an incredible opportunity for a buyer seeking a truly memorable setting. Don't miss this special place to call home.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights climate-controlled greenhouse, extraordinary garden property, and beautifully proportioned rooms as key attractions of this home.
Based on current rates
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $719,200 loan
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11 categories of property features
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
SecondBedroom2
SecondBedroom3
SecondBedroom4
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3 schools rated nearby
Wilmette, IL, 60091
6 events
25 years of records
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Wilmette, IL • Cook County
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