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Property Description
Situated in Wilmette's desirable McKenzie Square neighborhood, on a quiet block, this gracious brick home offers timeless charm, abundant space, thoughtful and extensive renovations and incredible opportunities for the next owner. The home showcases original wood floors and millwork, 9-inch baseboards, 9-foot high ceilings, and expansive windows that fill the space with natural light. Freshly painted throughout, it's move-in ready while offering opportunities to personalize and make it your own. The first floor features a separate living room that flows into a formal dining room (with a brick fireplace), as well as an open, updated cook's kitchen (2018) outfitted with stainless steel appliances (including a new refrigerator/freezer in April 2025), generous cabinet space, a large granite topped island, and an eat-in area perfect for casual dining. Just off the kitchen is a cozy family/TV room and a bright four-season sunroom that opens to an expansive wraparound deck overlooking a large backyard with a brick patio-ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Also on the main level is a full bathroom and a first-floor bedroom currently used as a private home office. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with access to a private four-season sunroom-a sunny retreat with endless possibilities. The second bedroom has a tandem room currently used as an exercise room. Another bedroom has a built in brick fireplace and is being used as a home office. The third floor loft space features a stunning guest suite, home office, recreation space and convenient kitchenette-all under 12-foot ceilings. The space is versatile and ideal for families in various stages of life. The English basement, filled with natural light, includes a newly completed laundry area with a new washer and dryer. The basement offers excellent potential to be finished as additional living or recreation space. Outside, enjoy a beautifully sized 60' x 149' lot with a driveway and space for a garage. Located on a quiet tree-lined street just steps from McKenzie Elementary School, parks, the library, train, and town-this home is truly a rare find. Extensive renovation and upgrades throughout, including 200 amp electrical service, copper plumbing, and, most recently, a new roof in 2024 and new chimneys and exterior tuckpointing in 2025. Don't miss your chance to move right in with the potential to customize and create something special in this well-loved and spacious vintage gem.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1625 Central Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,405,000
- Taxes: $19,216 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12349713
- Added to Site: 258 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Bedroom, Dining Room
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, On Site, Owned
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: North on Wilmette Ave, between 16th & 17th on Central
School Information
- School District: 39
- Midd School District: 39
- Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
- Middle School: Highcrest Middle School
- High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- Private School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Daylight
- Square Feet: 4,466
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1889
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 150
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1889
- Tax Amount: $19,216
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 5332160270000
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Schools
Schools serving 1625 Central Ave
School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mckenzie Elementary School 649 Prairie Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 | K-4 | 0.3 mi |
Highcrest Middle School 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 5-6 | 0.8 mi |
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 7-8 | 1.2 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 2.7 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1625 Central Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/01/2025
Sold
$1,405,000
10.2%
MLS
5/01/2025
Listed
$1,275,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1625 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12349713) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,405,000 on August 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 1625 Central Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wilmette? You can browse all Wilmette real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

