211 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
OFF MARKET

211 Central Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths

$4,228,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $28,333/mo*
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$4,228,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $28,333/mo*
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5 Beds
4.5 Baths
(on 0.48 acres)

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Description

This stunning estate property situated on a 1/2 acre, located in premier East Wilmette is truly a private retreat! Surpassing every expectation, this architecturally special home combines modern amenities designed for today's lifestyle. Upon entering the home you are met with stunning millwork, high-ceilings and expert craftsmanship. The foyer, with a captivating curved staircase, opens to the formal living room with an abundance of natural light, and stunning decor. The spacious formal dining room is designed for entertaining and features original leaded glass windows including a recently restored swinging door with leaded glass that leads into the gorgeous, newly designed kitchen. The back of the home is where everyone will gather in the impressive, De Giulio-designed chef's kitchen. You will find an abundance of custom cabinetry, heated floors, a custom range hood and a 12 foot Calacatta Borghini Marble island. The breakfast room, with views of the spectacular backyard, offers a custom built-in serving bar and is an ideal place to gather. Opening from the kitchen/breakfast room is the fabulous family room which becomes the perfect spot for the family to gather & enjoy watching the activities in the pool & backyard. Doors from the family room lead out to a lovely, raised, bluestone patio with awning. A convenient mudroom, located off the kitchen, leads out to a back patio, with built-in grill and to the driveway, spacious backyard, pool and garage with heated bonus room above. The completely re-designed second floor features a luxe primary suite, with new entry and treetop views of the spectacular backyard. The luxurious spa bathroom has a freestanding tub, steam shower, double sinks and heated floors. On the 2nd floor there are three additional bedrooms and two additional full baths (all De Giulio-designed as well). On the third floor there is an oversized room that can pull double duty as a 5th bedroom plus office and/or rec room space with built-in shelving and hardwood floors. In the basement there is an oversized rec room with room for both lounging and a pool table plus a full wet bar/kitchenette. In addition you will find an exercise room, full bath, sauna, laundry with two sets of machines and a secondary mud room for all of the sports equipment overflow. With stairs from the backyard people have easy access from the yard, pool and garage into the basement. The ultra private backyard has multiple places to relax and enjoy the serenity offered from the firepit to several blue stone patios and of course the stunning pool. This home exemplifies quality & elegance and offers an incredible lifestyle for anyone fortunate enough to call it home!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from July 14, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 211 Central Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Sitting RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, DisposalDishwasherDisposalMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,SteamHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: PatioFencing: Fenced
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Off Alley,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Pool
Pool: In GroundPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926Year Renovated: 2016
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Mediterranean
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05351090040000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,399,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat May 13 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.48 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11772476Attic: FinishedActivation Date: Mon May 08 2023

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Coco Harris, (847) 446-9600
Compass
Bought with: Jenifer McCartney, (847) 525-7898, Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11772476

Price History for 211 Central Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/14/2023$3,586,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11772476
06/11/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11772476
05/15/2023$3,399,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11772476
05/08/2023$3,399,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11772476
05/01/2014$2,455,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08322651
02/22/2014$2,575,000PendingAgent Provided
02/11/2014$2,575,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/05/2013$2,739,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/26/2013$2,739,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/13/2013$2,739,000PendingAgent Provided
06/09/2013$2,739,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/23/2013$2,875,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/16/1997$1,645,000Sold
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Market trends in Wilmette

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.01M
$10.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.1%
Price per sq ft
$426
$13MoM
Available listings
60
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$2,329,790
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$7,930/mo
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315 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
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$1,625,000
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$2,300,000
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3.5
5,698
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5.5
5,663
601 Linden Ave, Wilmette, IL
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7
7
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610 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.51
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$5,500,000
06/12/26
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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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    "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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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
211 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom single-family home built in 1926. This property is not currently available for sale. 211 Central Ave was last sold on Jul 14, 2023 for $3,586,000 (6% higher than the asking price of $3,399,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 211 Central Ave is $4,228,100.