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Property Description
Just Listed! Gracious 6 bedroom, 3.1 bath home in East Wilmette's sought-after CAGE neighborhood on an expansive 50 X 185 property. You will love living near our beautiful Lake Michigan beach, the reimagined Plaza de Lago, our vibrant downtown Wilmette, the Metra, and so much more! Enjoy the Perfect Gift! You are welcomed by a dreamy enclosed front sun-porch, that leads into the double door front entry. Welcoming you inside is the large light-filled living room featuring a beautiful over-sized white brick fireplace flanked by classic built-in bookcases. The spacious dining room offers beautiful architectural detail with a coffered ceiling, built-in cabinetry with leaded glass, and French doors connecting to the kitchen. The timeless kitchen features an island, all stainless steel appliances, and plenty of cabinetry and a family work desk area PLUS the spacious eat-in area with great views. Seamlessly flow to the open family room overlooking the backyard and floor to ceiling built-in bookcases. To complete the first level, you'll find a convenient first floor powder room and an awesome rear-mudroom complete with an additional closet for great storage and wall hooks. You will love hardwood floors throughout the first and second levels and architectural details combined with modern amenities! The second level features 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The elegant primary suite is spacious with windows overlooking the rear yard and beautiful wainscoting detail. Do not miss the large walk-in closet plus convenient custom built-in cabinetry. The spa-like bathroom offers a large double vanity, soaking tub, step-in glass shower and private water closet. The 3 additional bedrooms are generously sized, all with individual closets and share the beautiful hall bath with tub and separate shower, plus oversized closet for extra storage. Plus enjoy second floor laundry with a sink and built-in cabinetry for everyday convenience! Count on an exceptional third floor retreat, with 2 additional bedrooms and a beautiful hall bathroom ideal for family, guest suite, work-from-home space, or a quiet getaway. The newly finished basement features new carpet, lighting and more with great open flex-space for a playroom or recreation room, and plenty of storage. Outside, enjoy the brick paver patio great for relaxing and entertaining, and an oversized fully fenced yard plus a detached 2 car garage and private driveway. This home blends an unbeatable location with modern updates! You will Love Where You Live! Showings Begin on Thursday, 12/11.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 918 Ashland Ave
General
- Sold For: $2,100,000
- Taxes: $33,137 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12529641
- Added to Site: 20 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Additional Information
- Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Sheridan Road to Ashland Avenue, West to house.
School Information
- School District: 39
- Midd School District: 39
- Elementary School: Central 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
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Doors: French Doors
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1892
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2135
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 186
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1892
- Tax Amount: $33,137.58
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 5274010100000
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Schools
Schools serving 918 Ashland Ave
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 | 0.5 mi |
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 7-8 | 2.1 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 3.3 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 1.1 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 918 Ashland Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/30/2026
Sold
$2,100,000
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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.
918 Ashland Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12529641) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,100,000 on January 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 918 Ashland 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.

