726 Laurel Ave

Wilmette, IL 60091

$1,949,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 726 Laurel Ave - a beautifully renovated and expanded 5 bedroom home in the heart of East Wilmette! This transitional home is gracious throughout and blends original woodwork and architectural charm with modern updates, situated on an extra wide lot (65x159). You will love living in this unbeatable location - near our stunning Lake Michigan and the awesome beaches, the Metra Stations and EL, downtown Wilmette, top-rated schools and more! Step into the spacious foyer, where natural light...Welcome to 726 Laurel Ave - a beautifully renovated and expanded 5 bedroom home in the heart of East Wilmette! This transitional home is gracious throughout and blends original woodwork and architectural charm with modern updates, situated on an extra wide lot (65x159). You will love living in this unbeatable location - near our stunning Lake Michigan and the awesome beaches, the Metra Stations and EL, downtown Wilmette, top-rated schools and more! Step into the spacious foyer, where natural light and hardwood floors welcome you. The expansive living room features beautiful bay windows overlooking quiet Laurel Avenue and an oversized, brick wood-burning fireplace. Flow seamlessly into the dining room, featuring original built-in cabinetry, a wood coffered ceiling, and elegant white-painted half-wall wainscoting. Adjacent to the living and dining areas, find a light-filled first-floor office with surrounding windows and French doors, offering a perfect work-from-home retreat. The renovated and expanded kitchen and family room are truly exceptional! This open-concept space is as functional as it is beautiful. The chef's kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, a oversized quartz island with seating for four, and a gorgeous wet bar with plenty of storage - perfect for hosting or your dream coffee station. The kitchen opens effortlessly into the family room, featuring a gas-log fireplace and bay windows overlooking the wraparound rear deck. Just off the kitchen, you'll find a charming eat-in breakfast room, a well-positioned mudroom with built-in cabinetry, and a convenient powder room. Plus, enjoy the ease of first-floor laundry! The second level offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The primary suite feels like a beachy sanctuary, with a beautiful white brick gas-log fireplace and elegant wood pocket doors leading to a spacious ensuite bathroom. Here, you'll find a soaking tub, a step-in shower with steam room option and updated white subway tile and bench seat, a separate water closet, and one of two primary closets. Off the primary suite, a bright sitting room with built-in shelving and charming bead board ceiling is the perfect spot for reading a book or morning coffee or can be converted into a walk-in closet. The two additional bedrooms are filled with natural light, overlook the backyard, and feature spacious closets. These share a beautifully renovated bathroom with heated floors and a European-style glass shower and soaking tub. The third-level retreat is awesome for guests or additional family members, offering a private bedroom, a walk-in closet, and renovated bathroom with heated floors and a glass-enclosed step-in shower. Plus additional storage! The lower level is an entertainer's dream! Host with ease at the wet bar and wine closet, or enjoy the flexible space ideal for a pool table or game nights. The large recreation room offers incredible space for family or a playroom. Don't miss the fifth bedroom or additional office, featuring a gas-log fireplace. To complete the lower level, enjoy a separate workout room, a full bathroom and extra flex space with built-in shelving and cabinetry, with exterior access to the rear yard which completes this versatile space. The backyard is exceptional - count on falling in love! Special features include an expansive wraparound rear deck - awesome for entertaining and gathering! Enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard, a two-car garage, and a sport court with an adjustable height basketball hoop, which doubles as additional parking with a gated picket fence. Do not miss this rare opportunity to make this your new home and love where you live!

Listing Agents

  1. Frank Capitanini

    Frank Capitanini

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 726 Laurel Avenue

Area
Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
LISTING UPDATED: 06/02/2025 02:28 PM

Property Details for 726 Laurel Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12308078
Days on Market6
Taxes$25,560 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1913
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,335 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 726 Laurel Avenue

Stories-Year Built1913Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,335 SF

Payment Calculator

$12,342 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,212

Property Taxes

$2,130

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 726 Laurel Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 39
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Wilmette Junior High School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Additional Parking, Owned, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room, Paneling
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Door Features: French Doors,Pocket Door(s)
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Shades,Window Treatments,Wood Frames
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Attic: Finished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,European Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Partial, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Foyer, Office, Breakfast Room, Sitting Room, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Oven, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 65 X 159
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2761
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2025-03-17T16:54:48
  • Photos Count: 61
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X16
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16X22
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X19
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 17X21
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X15
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X23
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X14
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 9X13
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X15
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X14
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X16
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X18
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X14

Property History for 726 Laurel Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 2, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1559052202

$1,949,000
Jun 2, 2025

Sold

MRED #12308078

$1,949,000
Mar 17, 2025

Pending

MRED #12308078

Mar 17, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12308078

Mar 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12308078

$1,949,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/02/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1559052202

$1,949,000
06/02/2025

Sold

MRED #12308078

$1,949,000
03/17/2025

Pending

MRED #12308078

03/17/2025

Contingent

MRED #12308078

03/12/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12308078

$1,949,000

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

Public Records for 726 Laurel Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$28,600Additions$87,358Total$115,958
Tax Record2023$25,560 ($2,130 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,761 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,761 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,400 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1913CountyCOOKAPN05-34-220-009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 726 Laurel Avenue

This home is within New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
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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