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Property Description
This gorgeous, beautifully designed, newer home has awesome details throughout, an excellent layout, and 4 levels of great living space. This home's outstanding location is near train, town and McKenzie School. The stunning KITCHEN features a big island with hanging light fixtures and an adjacent built-in eating area. There are gorgeous granite counters, a tile backsplash, and attractive Shaker style hardwood cabinets with a desk space & pantry closet. The high-quality stainless-steel appliances include a 36-inch Viking 6 burner stove, and a KitchenAid refrigerator, microwave, and warming drawer. The kitchen is fully open to the spacious FAMILY ROOM with built-in bookcases, crown molding, and a wood-burning fireplace. The classic fireplace has a well-crafted wood mantel and a granite hearth and surround. This bright, South and West facing family room has big windows overlooking the backyard and patio. The gracious DINING ROOM features elegant crown molding, wainscotting, and recessed lighting. Additional FIRST FLOOR rooms include living room, office, and entry foyer. There is also a mudroom with a bench, big closet & coat hooks, and a full bath with a granite topped vanity, and marble tiled floor and walls. Throughout the first floor are hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and beautiful woodwork. The spacious South and West facing PRIMARY BEDROOM has a big, nicely designed, walk-in closet. The luxurious Primary Bath features a marble topped double bowl vanity with ample cabinet space, walk-in shower with bench, marble floor and wall tiles, and a soaking tub. The SECOND FLOOR has 3 additional family bedrooms--all good size with big closets. The ensuite bath has a marble topped vanity, marble floor tiles, and a soaking tub and shower. The hall bath has a double bowl vanity, and white subway tiles around the bathtub and shower. The 2nd floor has a convenient laundry room. THIRD FLOOR has a huge, wonderful playroom that has a window seat and great neighborhood views. The BASEMENT features a big recreation room which makes a great play area and media space with its 9-foot ceilings, recessed lighting, and good natural light. The basement also has a 5th Bedroom and a full bath with quartz topped vanity, tub, and shower. OUTSIDE this wonderful home are exceptional yards on all sides that have been beautifully landscaped with lovely flowers and bushes. Other exterior features include a large stone paver patio, Fenced yard, great wrap around front porch, and wonderful curb appeal for this beautifully designed, frame and stone home. This home's exceptional LOCATION is on a quiet, brick paved street with many parks within walking distance. It is an easy walk to the Metra train, downtown Wilmette with many great restaurants, the library, and the popular McKenzie School.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1701 Elmwood Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,700,000
- Taxes: $21,548 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12397423
- Added to Site: 218 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Lake Street East of Ridge to 17th street: North to Elmwood. Home is on the SW corner of 17th and Elmwood
School Information
- School District: 39
- Midd School District: 39
- Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
- Middle School: Wilmette Junior High 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: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Frame, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Frame, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 2005
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 140
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 2005
- Tax Amount: $21,548
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5284130120000
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Schools
Schools serving 1701 Elmwood 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 | 0.6 mi |
Highcrest Middle School 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 5-6 | 0.9 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- | 2.4 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 0.9 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 1701 Elmwood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/05/2025
Sold
$1,700,000
-5.56%
MLS
7/17/2025
Listed
$1,800,000
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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.
1701 Elmwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12397423) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,700,000 on September 05, 2025. Want to learn more about 1701 Elmwood 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.

