Pending22d on marketHistoric · 132 yrs
1029 Lake Ave
Wilmette, IL, 60091 • 60091 • Cook County
$1,675,000
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
5Baths
0.2 acLot
1894Built
Property DNA
Victorian Style
Built 1894 · 132 years of history
Enhanced Security
Security System · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio · Porch
2 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Gas Starter · Living Room · Bedroom
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Brick Driveway · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 22 days ago · 1,619 views · 185 saves · Top 0% likely to sell soon
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22 days on market
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1894 · Historic
East Wilmette Beauty! Ideally located in one of Wilmette's most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers exceptional walkability to downtown shops and restaurants, top-rated schools, the Metra, and the beach. Charming wide front porch, tall ceilings, and timeless vintage details are seamlessly blended with modern amenities. The thoughtfully designed open floor plan is filled with natural light throughout. The gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances opens to the family room, breakfast nook, and convenient mudroom-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Four bedrooms are located on the second floor, along with a spacious laundry room and abundant storage closets. The expansive primary suite features vaulted ceilings, windows on three sides, and separate his-and-hers closets. The elegant primary bath includes a classic clawfoot tub, heated floors, dual sinks, and a separate shower. The third floor offers a private treetop bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests, a home office, or a quiet retreat. The dug-out finished basement with heated floors provides exceptional additional living space, including a media area, and bar for entertaining. A full bath, exercise room, and additional laundry area complete the lower level. Outside, enjoy a long private driveway, a secluded backyard with a patio, and a two-plus-car garage. An unbeatable East Wilmette location combining convenience, charm, and lifestyle. Welcome home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern amenities, tall ceilings, and expansive primary suite as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$10,925/month
Principal & Interest$8,691
Property Tax$1,675
Insurance$558
Down payment20% ($335,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,340,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1894
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot8,799 sqft
Days on Zillow22 Days
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleVictorian
Year built1894
Stories3
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Brick Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces2
Lot8,799 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60091
Annual tax$35,326
Parcel0534107002
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Wet Bar
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Bar Fridge
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Humidifier
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Radiant
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Zoned
Radiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Zoned
Laundry
Upper Level
Multiple Locations
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Gas Starter
Living Room
Bedroom
Windows
Skylight(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Brick Driveway
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Frame
Patio & Porch
Patio
Porch
Lot Features
Landscaped
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Security System
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
TV-Cable
Sump Pump
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second23×14 ft322 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second16×14 ft224 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second14×12 ft168 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Second13×13 ft169 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom5
Third13×11 ft143 sqft
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market22
Tax rate1.99%
On marketMar 19, 2026
PostedMar 19, 2026
Last sold$1,220,000
MLS statusPending
MLS updatedApr 2, 2026
Tour days6
Views1,619
Favorites185
How are the schools in Wilmette?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Wilmette, IL, 60091
Price history
18 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 2, 2026Pending Sale$1,675,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 24, 2026Contingent$1,675,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 19, 2026Listed For Sale$1,675,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 31, 2020Sold$1,220,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 7, 2020Pending Sale$1,250,000—@properties
Jun 22, 2020Price Change$1,250,000—@properties
May 26, 2020Listed For Sale$1,275,000—@properties
Nov 25, 2014Sold$1,275,000—Public Record
Aug 13, 2014Sold$1,275,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 5, 2014Pending Sale$1,299,000—The Hudson Company of Winnetka, LLC
May 23, 2014Listed For Sale$1,299,000—The Hudson Company of Winnetka, LLC
May 31, 2011Sold$1,250,000—Public Record
Apr 15, 2011Pending Sale$1,445,000—Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Feb 22, 2011Price Change$1,445,000—Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Dec 16, 2010Listed For Sale$1,525,000—Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Aug 19, 2010Listing Removed$1,675,000—Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Feb 13, 2010Listed For Sale$1,675,000—Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Oct 17, 2008Sold$700,000—Public Record
Pending Sale$1,675,000
Apr 2, 2026•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$1,675,000
Mar 24, 2026•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,675,000
Mar 19, 2026•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,220,000
Jul 31, 2020•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,250,000
Jul 7, 2020•@properties
Price Change$1,250,000
Jun 22, 2020•@properties
Listed For Sale$1,275,000
May 26, 2020•@properties
Sold$1,275,000
Nov 25, 2014•Public Record
Sold$1,275,000
Aug 13, 2014•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,299,000
Jun 5, 2014•The Hudson Company of Winnetka, LLC
Listed For Sale$1,299,000
May 23, 2014•The Hudson Company of Winnetka, LLC
Sold$1,250,000
May 31, 2011•Public Record
Pending Sale$1,445,000
Apr 15, 2011•Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Price Change$1,445,000
Feb 22, 2011•Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Listed For Sale$1,525,000
Dec 16, 2010•Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Listing Removed$1,675,000
Aug 19, 2010•Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Listed For Sale$1,675,000
Feb 13, 2010•Baird & Warner - Winnetka
Sold$700,000
Oct 17, 2008•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$34,037$149,999
Apr 10, 2022$32,216$149,999
Apr 10, 2021$33,644$129,502
Apr 10, 2020$32,302$129,502
Apr 10, 2019$31,328$140,763
Apr 10, 2018$28,161$121,806
Apr 10, 2017$27,396$121,806
Apr 10, 2016$25,933$121,806
Apr 10, 2015$30,047$121,036
Apr 10, 2014$28,941$121,036
Apr 10, 2013$28,238$121,036
Apr 10, 2012$13,905$64,139
Apr 10, 2011$13,229$64,139
Apr 10, 2010$12,860$64,139
Apr 10, 2009$12,993$77,077
Apr 10, 2008$12,528$81,133
Apr 10, 2007$10,492$81,133
Apr 10, 2006$9,944$64,299
Apr 10, 2005$9,693$64,299
Apr 10, 2004$9,482$64,299
Apr 10, 2003$8,853$49,829
Apr 10, 2002$8,854$49,829
Apr 10, 2001$7,021$49,829
Apr 10, 2000$6,729$38,034
Apr 10, 1999$6,503$38,034
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Wilmette, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
Ouilmette North
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60091
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