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Property Description
Extraordinary brick and stone newer construction in award winning New Trier/Romona School district. Welcoming foyer leads into gracious formal living and dining rooms. Distinct quality features include: stunning millwork, custom cabinets and hardwood floors throughout first and second floors. Fabulous open kitchen/family room with extra tall ceilings, gas fireplace and sliding doors to brick paver patio for outdoor dining and entertaining. Gourmet eat in kitchen with gorgeous natural stone counters, large island and high end appliances including Wolf 6-burner gas range with griddle and double ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator & Bosch dishwasher. Lovely private first floor office and awesome mudroom with attached heated 2-car garage. Impressive primary suite with whirlpool tub,double shower, large walk-in closet and sliding doors to private balcony. Three additional spacious bedrooms on 2nd level; one BR ensuite with full bath, additional full bath is ensuite plus opens to hallway. Amazing basement with tall ceilings serves up tons of great entertainment space with huge rec room featuring a handcrafted wet bar and stone fireplace. Awesome exercise room and 5th bedroom with a full bath complete the spacious lower level. Fully fenced backyard landscaped by Chalet with sprinkler system offers beautiful views, privacy and plenty of room for outdoor fun. A quick walk to Wilmette's Centennial Sports complex with ice skating, tennis and outdoor pools in the summer, or head to Wilmette's Gilson beach for swimming and sailing. Easy access to 90/94 or Metra to get you in the Chicago Loop in about 30 min. Many recent updates: 2 new HVAC units 2025, 2 new sump pumps 2025, new beverage fridge 2025,new media equipment + projector screen 2025, new water heater 2023.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 245 Vista Dr
General
- Sold For: $1,601,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12549207
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Other, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump, Air Purifier
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: West of Hunter, East of Skokie Blvd, North of Old Glenview Rd.
School Information
- School District: 39
- Midd School District: 39
- Elementary School: Romona 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, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 3,158
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2008
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 140
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 2008
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5324000950000
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Schools
Schools serving 245 Vista Dr
School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Romona Elementary School 600 Romona Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | PK-4 | 0.6 mi |
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 2.1 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 2 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 245 Vista Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/23/2026
Sold
$1,601,000
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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.
245 Vista Drive, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12549207) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,601,000 on February 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 245 Vista Drive? 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.

