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Property Description
Welcome to 311 3rd Street a timeless American Foursquare nestled on a rare double lot (200x134x190x71- which includes second lot address at 301 3rd St.) in the heart of East Wilmette. This stately 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home combines vintage charm with generous living space, offering a unique opportunity to bring your design and updating ideas to one of the North Shore's most desirable neighborhoods. Boasting a gracious front porch, elegant architectural details, charming arched doorways, classic millwork and original hardwood floors, this home exudes warmth and character throughout. The classic floor plan features sun-filled formal living and dining room, a cozy den perfect for a home office or playroom, and a spacious kitchen/ family room combo with stunning views to your massive backyard through your massive southern facing picture window. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms offer ample space and natural light and 2 full bathrooms and a 2nd floor enclosed sun porch, while a walk-up finished attic provides an additional space for an office or playroom plus abundant storage. The full basement offers a great rec space or 5th bedroom, laundry, full bath and an additional space that was dug out and expanded offering an 11ft high movie theater room or perfect space for your golf simulator! Outside, the expansive yard-rare for the area-offers endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, or even future pool or expansion. A long private driveway leads to a detached two-car garage. Located just blocks from the lake, Gilson Beach and Park, Wilmette Harbor, the Linden El, Metra, and vibrant downtown Wilmette, this home blends small-town charm with urban convenience. Top-rated schools, including Central Elementary, Highcrest, and New Trier High School. Bring your design ideas to this amazing home offering you the opportunity to be in a Nationally Ranked School District with Walkability, Charm, and double lot!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 311 3rd St
General
- Sold For: $1,060,000
- Taxes: $27,880 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12414686
- Added to Site: 211 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Bookcases, Special Millwork
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 12
- Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: East of Green Bay and West of Sheridan on corner of Maple and 3rd
School Information
- School District: 39
- Midd School District: 39
- Elementary School: Central 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: Small Duct High Velocity, Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Cedar, Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Cedar, Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 4,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1915
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 200 x 134 x 190 x 71
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1915
- Tax Amount: $27,880
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5351150160000
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Sold by Redfin Corporation
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Schools
Schools serving 311 3rd St
School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Central Elementary School, Wilmette, IL 910 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 | K-4 | 0.8 mi |
Highcrest Middle School 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 5-6 | 2.3 mi |
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 7-8 | 2.7 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 4.1 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 2.2 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 311 3rd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/10/2025
Sold
$1,060,000
-15.2%
MLS
7/24/2025
Price Reduced
$1,250,000
-7.41%
MLS
7/12/2025
Listed
$1,350,000
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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.
311 3rd Street, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12414686) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,060,000 on September 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 311 3rd Street? 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.

