2012 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
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OFF MARKET

2012 Central Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,781 sqft

$953,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,535/mo*
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$953,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,535/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,781 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$954K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$32K (+3.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$183K (+24.1%)
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 +52% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$943K
July 2026$936K
June 2026$941K
May 2026$950K
April 2026$940K
March 2026$927K
February 2026$894K
January 2026$888K
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
2040 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$725,000
04/22/26
3
2
1,750
525 Pinecrest Ln, Wilmette, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$650,000
03/04/26
3
2
1,489
2042 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$630,000
03/19/26
3
2
1,021
2038 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$965,000
05/27/26
4
2.5
1,691
300 Hollywood Ct, Wilmette, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$673,280
09/08/25
4
2
2,000
2239 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$650,000
03/09/26
3
2
1,571
2036 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$569,000
04/06/26
3
2
1,600
1928 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
2,826
2013 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
03/24/26
4
3.5
2,200
2771 Crawford Ave, Evanston, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$599,000
10/08/25
3
3
1,736

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
2013 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.03
$1,300,000
4
3.5
2,200
Recently Sold
2032 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.05
$1,510,500
4
2.5
3,277
Off Market
2003 W Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.03
$1,098,200
4
4.5
2,800
Off Market
2001 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.04
$1,335,900
4
3.5
2,280
Off Market
2037 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$1,269,800
3
2.5
2,784
Off Market
445 Pine Manor Dr, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.04
$944,100
3
2
2,175
Off Market
430 Cedar Ln, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$1,603,300
5
3.5
3,089
Off Market
2038 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.09
$965,000
4
2.5
1,691
Recently Sold
2019 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.09
$2,012,500
6
6
4,500
Off Market
1946 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.08
$1,016,700
4
3
-
Off Market
509 Pinecrest Ln, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.10
$1,680,000
5
4
4,479
Recently Sold
1928 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.09
$1,450,000
3
2.5
2,826
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1951
Living Area
1,781 sqft
Price/Sqft
$535
Parking
Garage

About this House

This Classic Cape Code has impeccable maintenance and true storybook charm. Beautiful home has tremendous curb appeal and fabulous gardens. Condition is perfect. In 2016 the exterior was painted and the Furnace, central airand water heater were replaced. It has newer Marvinand Anderson windows. Updated eat-in kitchen has maple cabinetsand stainless steel appliances. Good size diningand family rooms are adjacent to the kitchen. Living room has newer bay window and wood burning fireplace. Wonderful basement has a huge rec room with a pool table, nice laundry room, and excellent storage. Second floor bedrooms have charming window seats and beautiful mahogany andpine paneling. Great lighting includes many recessed lights. Details include gorgeous oak floors, stately fireplace mantel, and great woodwork. Outside has a large fabulous deck with tables, paver patio and wonderful lighting. Newer roofandtwo and a halfcar garage are in great condition. Fabulous location near schools, parks and town.
2012 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,781 sqft single-family home built in 1951. It last sold for $760,000 on Jul 17, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $953,700, with a rent estimate of $4,969/month.

Home Details for 2012 Central Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Recreation RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Vinyl, BrickGardenLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6599 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 17, 2024
Source: N/A
Sold
$760,000
Jul 21, 2017
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09312710
Sold
$540,000
Apr 25, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$575,000
Mar 14, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$575,000
Price decreased by 4%
Nov 21, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$599,000
Price decreased by 6%

Market trends in Wilmette

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.19M
$57.6KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
105.6%
2.0%MoM
Price per sq ft
$461
$9MoM
Available listings
50
12MoM
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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 2012 Central Ave

  • What is 2012 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2012 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL is $953,700.
  • What is the price history for 2012 Central Ave?
    2012 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL last sold for $760,000 in July 2024.
  • Is Wilmette a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wilmette is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wilmette?
    The median sale price in Wilmette is $1.19M. That is up $57.6K from the prior month.
  • Does 2012 Central Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2012 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 2012 Central Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2012 Central Ave in Wilmette, IL has in-unit laundry.