1010 Chestnut Ave

Wilmette, IL 60091

$2,499,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
7,540 Sq. Ft.
$331 / Sq. Ft.
7,540
Sq. Ft.
$331
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/10/21
Closed 9/10/21
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Description

This is it! Amazing East Wilmette location combines HUGE oversized stunning lot with grand home perfect for today's lifestyle. Sought-after Chestnut Avenue 100'x290' professionally landscaped spectacular lot creates your own private park-like serene setting in walk-to everything location. The elegant home is a perfect mix of old world charm with modern layout and conveniences and tons of flexibility. The first floor welcomes you in with a spacious living room & dining room with fireplace, built-ins,...This is it! Amazing East Wilmette location combines HUGE oversized stunning lot with grand home perfect for today's lifestyle. Sought-after Chestnut Avenue 100'x290' professionally landscaped spectacular lot creates your own private park-like serene setting in walk-to everything location. The elegant home is a perfect mix of old world charm with modern layout and conveniences and tons of flexibility. The first floor welcomes you in with a spacious living room & dining room with fireplace, built-ins, recessed lighting & beautiful millwork. Sizable family room with coffered ceiling adjacent to the chef's kitchen with large breakfast room and separate sitting area overlooking the awesome deck & extraordinary backyard. Impressive front room surrounded by windows is the perfect office, play space or sitting room - so much flexibility. First floor laundry, powder room and mudroom complete the level. Dual staircases welcome you to the second floor featuring generous primary suite with fireplace, dual walk-in-closets and spacious en-suite bath with whirlpool tub and separate shower. Two additional secondary bedrooms, both with fully enclosed sleeping porches for more flexibility, and a hall bath complete the level. The third floor offers three additional large bedrooms (one with wood burning fireplace) and another hall bath. Basement has fantastic rec room in addition to game room area and half bath. Tons of storage throughout the home. Two car garage with added second floor storage - again, a rare find! So much room to work, school, entertain and enjoy this one-of-a-kind Wilmette treasure. Walk to Langdon Park, Gillson Beach, Plaza del Lago, downtown Wilmette with Metra, restaurants and shops and so much more! Don't miss this sensational home and property!
  1. Listed by Lori Neuschel • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
    P: (847)-226-5794 C: (847)-226-5794 Lori.neuschel@atproperties.com
  2. Listed by Megan Gemp • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
    P: (847)-477-1437 C: (847)-477-1437 megangemp@atproperties.com

Sold By @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details for 1010 Chestnut Avenue

Area
Wilmette
Subdivision
East Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
LISTING UPDATED: 02/26/2025 03:01 AM

Property Details for 1010 Chestnut Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11115130
Days on Market2
Taxes$47,966 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.67 AC / 28,997 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 1010 Chestnut Avenue

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.67 AC / 28,997 SF

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Property Information for 1010 Chestnut Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 39
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Highcrest Middle School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • 2nd Alternate Jr High Middle School: Wilmette Junior High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 16
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1870
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Office, Sitting Room, Tandem Room, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Game Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Num of Baths: 3.2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Air Purifier
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Storms/Screens, Invisible Fence
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 5670
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 6391
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 7540
  • Main Sq Ft: 2376
  • Upper Sq Ft: 3294
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X290
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Side Drive
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 721.0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1149
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2021-07-06T16:02:38
  • Photos Count: 48
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 02-25-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 26X16
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 26X16
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 18X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 31X24
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 17X9
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 23X22
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 28X11
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 8X7
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Dimensions: 15X13
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 13X12
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Tandem Room
  • Dimensions: 14X8
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 26X25

Property History for 1010 Chestnut Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 10, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472622800

$2,499,000

+4.1% / yr

Sep 10, 2021

Sold

MRED #11115130

$2,499,000—
Jul 8, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11115130

—
Jul 7, 2021

Pending

MRED #11115130

—
Jul 6, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11115130

—
Jul 6, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11115130

$2,499,000—
Jul 20, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #626809799

$2,202,500

-2.4% / yr

Jul 20, 2018

Sold

MRED #09735802

$2,202,250—
May 20, 2018

Pending

MRED #09735802

—
Sep 14, 2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09735802

$2,875,000—
Feb 18, 2011

Expired

MRED #07561368

$3,190,000—
Jun 21, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07561368

$3,190,000—
Jul 25, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #249716126

$2,800,000—
Jul 25, 2008

Sold

MRED #06829047

$2,800,000—
May 10, 2008

Pending

MRED #06829047

—
Mar 13, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06829047

$2,985,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/10/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472622800

$2,499,000

+4.1% / yr

09/10/2021

Sold

MRED #11115130

$2,499,000
07/08/2021

Contingent

MRED #11115130

—
07/07/2021

Pending

MRED #11115130

—
07/06/2021

Contingent

MRED #11115130

—
07/06/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11115130

$2,499,000
07/20/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #626809799

$2,202,500

-2.4% / yr

07/20/2018

Sold

MRED #09735802

$2,202,250
05/20/2018

Pending

MRED #09735802

—
09/14/2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09735802

$2,875,000
02/18/2011

Expired

MRED #07561368

$3,190,000
06/21/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07561368

$3,190,000
07/25/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #249716126

$2,800,000
07/25/2008

Sold

MRED #06829047

$2,800,000
05/10/2008

Pending

MRED #06829047

—
03/13/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06829047

$2,985,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1010 Chestnut Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$87,000Additions$162,900Total$249,900
Tax Record2023$55,954 ($4,663 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,472 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,472 SqFtStories2Lot Size29,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1911CountyCOOKAPN05-27-300-069Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1010 Chestnut Avenue

This home is within New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Central Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Highcrest Middle School
Public - 5 to 6
Wilmette Junior High School
Public - 7 to 8
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Highcrest Middle School
Public5 to 6

Wilmette Junior High School
Public7 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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