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Property Description
Welcome to this warm and inviting 3 bed/2 bath ranch home with attached 2.5 car garage, nestled on a beautifully landscaped lot in the desirable Indian Hill Estates and Harper Elementary School district. Step through the foyer into the bright and spacious living room, where a bay window, marble-surround wood-burning fireplace, and elegant millwork create a cozy ambiance. The separate dining room, adorned with stunning French doors that lead to the family room, continues the home's refined aesthetic. The family room is bathed in natural light from a full wall of windows and sliding doors that open to the patio and expansive backyard. The custom chef's kitchen is a culinary dream, boasting extra-deep cabinets, granite countertops, a Wolf range, and two pantries - one conveniently located in the mudroom, offering the potential for upstairs laundry. The primary suite features multiple closets and an updated en-suite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms share a renovated hall bathroom. The unfinished basement, currently used for storage, presents an excellent opportunity to expand the home's living space. The fully fenced property is a true oasis, with lush plantings and a private patio perfect for entertaining or relaxation. This well maintained and updated home is within walking distance to Harper Elementary and Thornwood Park and enjoys a central location between the highway and downtown Wilmette with easy access to the Centennial Rec Center, Park District, Highcrest Middle School, and Wilmette Junior High. Experience the best of Wilmette living, with its picturesque lakefront, diverse restaurants, vibrant shopping, and countless other amenities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 900 Locust Rd
General
- Sold For: $871,000
- Taxes: $16,285 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12287919
- Added to Site: 410 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Subdivision: Indian Hill Estates
- Driving Directions: CORNER OF LAKE & LOCUST - NORTHEAST CORNER
School Information
- School District: 39
- Midd School District: 39
- Elementary School: Harper 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
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Square Feet: 1,963
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1952
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3805
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 85 x 195
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Concrete
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Fenced Yard
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1952
- Tax Amount: $16,285.49
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5294210040000
Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Compass
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Schools
Schools serving 900 Locust Rd
School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harper Elementary School 1101 Dartmouth Street, Wilmette, IL 60091 | K-4 | 0.4 mi |
Highcrest Middle School 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 5-6 | 0.5 mi |
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 7-8 | 0.3 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 1.4 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 900 Locust Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/13/2025
Sold
$871,000
14.76%
MLS
2/17/2025
Listed
$759,000
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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.
900 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12287919) is a Single Family property that was sold at $871,000 on March 13, 2025. Want to learn more about 900 Locust Road? 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.

