1039 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
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OFF MARKET

$818,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,450 sqft

1039 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091

Est. Refi. Payment $5,768/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 9, 2024 for $580,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$818K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$46K (+6%)
Since last sale
Increased$236K (+40.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +60% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$816K
July 2026$818K
June 2026$844K
May 2026$815K
April 2026$810K
March 2026$779K
February 2026$773K
January 2026$765K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
705 Park Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.35
Townhouse
$460,000
10/29/25
3
1.5
1,389
2656 Broadway Ave, Evanston, IL
0.77
Townhouse
$640,000
06/08/26
3
2.5
1,899
2666 Prairie Ave #B, Evanston, IL
0.74
Townhouse
$708,750
06/01/26
3
2.5
1,815
901 Westerfield Dr, Wilmette, IL
0.68
Townhouse
$1,095,000
12/30/25
3
2.5
2,100
320 Linden Ave #0, Wilmette, IL
0.75
Townhouse
$485,000
06/01/26
2
1.5
1,390
900 Cambridge Ln, Wilmette, IL
1.05
Townhouse
$456,000
10/22/25
3
1.5
1,469
3019 Central St, Evanston, IL
1.08
Townhouse
$627,000
09/18/25
3
1.5
1,543
1916 Wilmette Ave #C, Wilmette, IL
1.03
Townhouse
$600,000
04/16/26
3
2.5
2,000
337 Greenleaf Ave #C, Wilmette, IL
0.71
Townhouse
$729,000
10/03/25
3
3
2,574
515 3rd St, Wilmette, IL
0.77
Townhouse
$525,000
05/22/26
2
1.5
1,216

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1025 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.02
$2,875,000
6
5.5
5,600
Recently Sold
1015 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.05
$1,720,400
4
3.5
-
Off Market
705 11th St #210, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$846,800
2
2
1,780
Off Market
705 11th St #213, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$531,500
2
2
1,250
Off Market
705 11th St #306, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$391,800
1
1.5
981
Off Market
705 11th St #316, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$575,000
2
2
-
Recently Sold
705 11th St #205, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$393,300
1
1.5
-
Off Market
705 11th St #214, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$669,000
2
2
1,662
Off Market
705 11th St #307, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$880,000
3
2
1,782
Recently Sold
1107 Greenleaf Ave #2F, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.11
$760,500
3
2
1,800
Recently Sold
1107 Greenleaf Ave #3C, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.11
$600,200
2
2
1,571
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 1968
1,450 sqft
$564/sqft
1 Car Garage
HOA $250/mo

About this House

East Wilmette townhome with an ATTACHED garage! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, plus a Full basement and a walk-up attic! Sliding doors from dining room open to charming patio and perennial gardens. Living room with wood burning fireplace and dining room share a handsome exposed brick wall. Hardwood floors throughout (except kitchen) Galley kitchen has washer/dryer nook and a breakfast table space. Literally steps to everything downtown Wilmette restaurants, coffee houses, library and trains. Short distance to Gillson park and the beach. Rarely does a townhome become available with an attached garage in east Wilmette. This is a fee simple corner unit. Seller installed a sprinkler system for grounds. Garage access into kitchen. Seller is now allowing showings! HOA is $250/month Dogs and cats allowed. SELLER IS REDUCING THE PRICE TO $575,000.
1039 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,450 sqft townhouse built in 1968. It last sold for $580,000 on Oct 9, 2024 (1% above the $575,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $818,000, with a rent estimate of $4,753/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Debbie Magnusen, (847) 763-0200
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Wiyada Ingier, (773) 817-5121, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12127660

Home Details for 1039 Central Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1450 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Side Driveway,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1968
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05341120190000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $575,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Sep 14 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Immediate

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wilmette
School Information
Elementary School: Central Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 39Jr High / Middle School: Highcrest Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 39High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/WiHigh School District: 203

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow RemovalHas an HOAHOA Fee: $250/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4704 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12127660Activation Date: Thu Sep 12 2024

Additional Information

MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 9, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12127660
Sold
$580,000
Oct 3, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12127660
Pending
$575,000
Sep 16, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12127660
Contingent
$575,000
Sep 12, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12127660
Listed For Sale
$575,000

Market trends in Wilmette

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.3M
$113KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
103.9%
1.0%MoM
Price per sq ft
$476
$11MoM
Available listings
47
3MoM

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What Locals Say about Wilmette

At least 156 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say it's quiet

  • 83 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say there are community events

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  • Lisa Oldson
    "We have the Metra, the el, and the pace bus system here. Also, easy access to the highway by car. Getting around Wilmette is easy. "
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  • A.e.wolff
    "Family environment. Summer beach nights. Open spaces and parks. Amazing schools with good progression. "
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  • Aaron Walter
    "Lots of other dogs in the neighborhood. Most everyone cleans up after their pets. The sidewalks are great for long walks. Lots of open spaces to play."
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  • Hyun Y.
    "V affluent area with diversity. Great school system, safe and clean. Can’t complain. Very kids friendly"
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  • Smithp78
    "Easy to commute to downtown via Metra. Not always easy to find parking at Metra after 7:15. A lot of people walk. Possible to drive downtown but takes up to 90 minutes in morning rush. "
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  • Shannon J.
    "People are extremely welcoming and friendly. We moved here a few months ago, and have never felt so immediately at home in a community!"
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  • Iltonz
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time, and they seemed happy! There are great parks and green areas for dogs in general."
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  • Cheryl
    "Lots of responsible dog owners walking their dogs in this area. People pick up after their dogs. Xxxxxxxxx"
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  • Iam.pethcha
    "The sidewalks are super clean which I can not find it anywhere like here also i feel safe living here even walking here at night time."
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  • Jujujuice
    "Lots of families. It’s a real community feel and people are very neighborly. And of course, great schools!"
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  • Teresa
    "Clean & wide sidewalks, many parks, fenced in dog beach plus another dog park. Many people own dogs & walk them several times a day. "
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  • Zean N.
    "It’s an amazing place to raise a family. Clean. Safe. Great schools. Close to the lake. Close to Chicago but far enough away to have a small town community feel. "
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  • Miriam H
    "Having a CTA station within a mile from our house makes the commute to Chicago doable. Depending on the day driving to and from the city during rush hour using Lakeshore or 94 is a hassle..."
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  • Adroaras
    "Certain parks are closed to dogs, but overall this is a dog friendly neighborhood. Also most of the parks have a poop bag station."
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  • Satish Kumar
    "very diverse demographics than past years! vibrant community, great facilities, amazing schools and school staff."
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  • Teresa K.
    "Great. All back roads to NU. never have to get on the free way. Only mild back UPS on Greenbay avenue during rush hour. There are lots of schools along the way which can slow you down due to buses and speed zones but that is the least of my worries "
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  • Charles A.
    "There are plenty of sidewalks and parks in the area. The only problem is there are no legal off leash parks within walking distance. "
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  • Masahito J.
    "Great schools, safe neighborhood, kids ride their bikes everywhere worry-free. Shops within walking distance. Great beach. Close to Chicago. "
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  • Teresa K.
    "very safe and very well maintained. prices are okay compared to our neighbors in Evanston. some neighborhoods, the houses all look the same but I enjoy the older neighborhoods where the homes have lots of old charm and character "
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  • Keassouad
    "Lake with beach, schools, access, community, restaurants, athletics, space to play transportation and character. "
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  • Castle117
    "I grew up here. Great forest preserve bike trails, the beach, pool clubhouse, and an excellent school district. "
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  • cdtangney
    "I have lived on and off in Wilmette for 30+ years. Grew up here. Eventually moved back here to raise my own family. Its one of the safest places in the country. The schools are excellent. The parks are beautiful, clean and have updated equipment. The Park District, With all that it has to offer for kids and adults, is incredible. The people are actively involved throughout the neighborhood. There are a few new dining and nightlife venues that are helping to make Wilmette all inclusive. Access to a great pool facility and one of the best beaches on the North shore just make it for this area. I highly recommend Wilmette to any young couple getting started, to anyone wanting to raise a family and to those looking to finish out their lives filled with quiet beauty in a safe place."
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  • cg
    "Have lived here for 10 years. The schools are superb and the people are like people anywhere. Some are nice and some are snotty but you can ignore them. Its great for the things that matter. Traffic getting into Chicago is usually bad but the Metra train is great."
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  • conceptking
    "Walking distance to everything - CTA, Metra, Parks, Beach, shopping in Wilmette and Evanston Central St. area. And a short drive to Sheridan Road/LSD and i-94.Phenomenal for families of all ages with nationally recognized and award winning schools. A fantastic and safe neighborhood and a hidden gem that borders Evanston. If there's a house that's within your budget range, make an offer - you will not be disappointed. "
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  • lindamcz123
    "I used to live in this community years ago and loved every day. There are two malls within walking distance. A couple of bus lines that can take you the the downtown train. Excellent expressway access going both north or south. The Park district is right across the street with an amazing Gym, child care and much, much more. LOVE Wilmette, and this area of it."
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Frequently asked questions about 1039 Central Ave

  • What is 1039 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1039 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL is $818,000.
  • What is the price history for 1039 Central Ave?
    1039 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL last sold for $580,000 in October 2024.
  • Is Wilmette a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wilmette is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wilmette?
    The median sale price in Wilmette is $1.3M. That is up $113K from the prior month.
  • Does 1039 Central Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1039 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1039 Central Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1039 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL has laundry facilities.

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