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Property Description
***Multiple offers received. Best & Final offers will be reviewed Wednesday afternoon - please submit by Wednesday 12noon *** Irresistible and beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in highly sought after Wilmette location steps to McKenzie School and town center. Amazing curb appeal home with Hardie Board siding, picturesque landscape design and cobblestone trim leads to the inviting front porch with wonderful foyer entry leads to the spacious formal living room with gas fireplace (2023) framed by custom built-in shelving and storage creating a focal point both of warmth and ambiance-perfect for cozy evenings. Modern grey-tone hardwood floors throughout the thoughtful and intentional layout of the home. Spectacular chef's dream eat-in kitchen (2023) boasting custom cabinetry, pantry storage, farmhouse sink, breakfast bar, black-honed granite countertops and high-end stainless steel appliances: Bosch induction stove with wall-mounted range hood, oversized refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave drawer and under-counter double produce refrigerator - a timeless and impressive kitchen sure to impress! Adjacent open concept formal dining room with soaring windows flooding the space with natural light. Step into the extra-large expansive family room featuring a wall of windows overlooking the backyard and sliding door access to one of the two brick paver patio areas. Convenient powder room rounds out the wonder main level space. Upstairs you will find 3 generously sized bedrooms each with oversized custom organizer closets and shared full bathroom with walk-in shower plus the luxurious primary suite featuring cathedral ceilings a large walk-in closet, beautifully finished bathroom boasts a crisp, clean aesthetic with a timeless white-on-white palette featuring double vanity sink, modern fixtures, gleaming tile, and spa-like finishes perfect for starting and ending your day in comfort and style. The fully finished lower level offers a large recreation room with an abundance of storage, along with a beautifully designed laundry room (2022) complete with storage built-ins for easy organization. Outside, enjoy a manicured lawn and 2 brick paver patios-an ideal space for warm summer evenings. Attached 2-car garage with mudroom area perfect for sports gear and everyday essentials. Hunter-Douglas blinds throughout. New Anderson windows (2018), new roof with electric heating cables (2022) and much more - please reference the extensive list of updates. This is modern living at its finest, in a location you'll love! Steps to the Metra and vibrant downtown shops, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery, Whole Foods, Starbucks, Small Cheval and more. Easy access to New Trier High School. This home checks all the boxes + more! Make this fabulous home yours now!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 629 Prairie Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,375,000
- Taxes: $20,350 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12358388
- Added to Site: 291 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Green Bay to Central to Prairie to Home
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, Other
Structural Information
- Construction: Fiber Cement
- Exterior Const.: Fiber Cement
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,688
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1893
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 72 x 92 x 59 x 91
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1893
- Tax Amount: $20,350.69
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5332180130000
Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Keller Williams ONEChicago
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Schools
Schools serving 629 Prairie 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 | 0.1 mi |
Highcrest Middle School 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 5-6 | 1.1 mi |
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 7-8 | 1.5 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 2.9 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 629 Prairie Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/20/2025
Sold
$1,375,000
7.84%
MLS
5/08/2025
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.
629 Prairie Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12358388) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,375,000 on June 20, 2025. Want to learn more about 629 Prairie 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.

