423 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
OFF MARKET

423 Central Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,327 sqft

$2,683,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,942/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$2,683,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $17,942/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,327 sqft

Local Information

Map showing home location
© Google
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Highly sought-after East Wilmette location! This timeless 5 bed, 4.5 bath - meticulously maintained - Victorian style home, circa 1894, was one of the first residencies constructed in Wilmette, IL. This classic home with rich architectural detail offers an inviting and elegant presence both inside and out. You will be welcomed into the home's entry that leads to an open foyer and impressive preserved three-story stairwell. Architectural details, spacious rooms and generous ceiling heights, create a comfortable and attractive floor plan, perfect for families and entertaining. The first floor living room features a gas fireplace with historic marble surround, French doors that open to the covered front porch, and an original 1800's pocket door leading to the den/office. The historic millwork continues in the octagon shaped dining room where 3 large windows create perfect lighting for intimate dinners and memorable holiday gatherings. Continuing to the rear of the first floor you will find yourself entering the home's remodeled modern kitchen surrounded by beautiful quartzite countertops and a custom hand crafted Mitchel & Mitchel polished nickel range hood. The kitchen opens to the airy sun-filled family room where you will find a wood-burning fireplace and imported marble surround. Additionally, a double set of French doors guide you out to a deck, partially covered, gas connection for grilling, and the large, lush backyard. The first floor also includes a breakfast room located seamlessly off of the kitchen, a powder room located centrally for easy access, a hall bar, and coat closet. Upstairs to the second floor, a hall bath, conveniently located laundry room, and 3 bedrooms await, each offering custom California Closets. The serene primary suite boasts 4 large windows, a tranquil bathroom, and two closets. The third floor includes two additional tree-top bedrooms, Jack-and-Jill bath, and a bonus room positioned in the turret of the home. The basement features a large rec room, full bath, gym, and two large unfinished storage rooms. A 3-car detached garage, plus an additional outdoor parking space off the alley is perfect for larger families and guests. This beautiful home seamlessly blends modern luxury with the timeless essence and quality of its original finishes and craftsmanship. Its premier location is just steps away from Gillson Beach and Park, shops, restaurants, Metra, and the El. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Wilmette history! Recent Updates (2021-2024): exterior redesign, interior painting, exterior tuck pointing, new furnace, new hot water heater, additional landscaping, basement carpet, new marble and hardwood floors in the back-half of the first floor, additional electrical box, new washer & dryer, renovated kitchen, hall bar addition, new window treatments, and new lighting throughout, among others.
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 June 10, 2024

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 423 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, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5327 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Off Alley,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1894Year Renovated: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05351070150000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,950,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun May 19 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable

Location

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10637.352 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12053784Activation Date: Thu May 16 2024

Additional Information

MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: Yes
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Shelley Shelly, (847) 881-0200
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Courtney Cook, (773) 655-3354, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12053784

Price History for 423 Central Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/14/2024$10,000ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/16/2024$10,000Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/10/2024$2,245,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12053784
06/05/2024$1,950,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12053784
05/21/2024$1,950,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12053784
05/16/2024$1,950,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12053784
04/09/2021$1,500,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10956169
03/08/2021$1,339,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10956169
03/04/2021$1,339,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10956169
12/18/2020$1,299,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/19/2020$1,299,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/24/2020$1,350,000PendingAgent Provided
10/17/2020$1,350,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/22/2006$1,410,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Wilmette

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$999K
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$439
Available listings
56
6MoM
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$30,860
Assessment$1,359,990
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 423 Central Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
343 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
07/25/25
4
3.5
5,698
315 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,259,000
03/30/26
5
3.5
4,032
512 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,549,000
04/15/26
5
3.5
3,934
623 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
11/21/25
5
4.5
4,712
624 Laurel Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
08/15/25
6
4.5
5,860
626 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,485,000
05/22/26
5
4.5
4,152
719 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
04/13/26
5
4.5
3,352
431 Laurel Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
05/20/26
5
4
3,148
221 Greenleaf Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
06/26/25
4
4
4,088
714 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$2,455,000
11/07/25
5
3.5
4,010

Nearby homes

Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 423 Central Ave.
View nearby schools on GreatSchools
The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • A.e.wolff
    "Family environment. Summer beach nights. Open spaces and parks. Amazing schools with good progression. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • Hyun Y.
    "V affluent area with diversity. Great school system, safe and clean. Can’t complain. Very kids friendly"
    7
    Flag
  • 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. "
    6
    Flag
  • 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!"
    3
    Flag
  • 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."
    3
    Flag
  • Cheryl
    "Lots of responsible dog owners walking their dogs in this area. People pick up after their dogs. Xxxxxxxxx"
    1
    Flag
  • 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."
    1
    Flag
  • Jujujuice
    "Lots of families. It’s a real community feel and people are very neighborly. And of course, great schools!"
    1
    Flag
  • Teresa
    "Clean & wide sidewalks, many parks, fenced in dog beach plus another dog park. Many people own dogs & walk them several times a day. "
    2
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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..."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • Satish Kumar
    "very diverse demographics than past years! vibrant community, great facilities, amazing schools and school staff."
    0
    Flag
  • 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 "
    2
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • Masahito J.
    "Great schools, safe neighborhood, kids ride their bikes everywhere worry-free. Shops within walking distance. Great beach. Close to Chicago. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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 "
    0
    Flag
  • Keassouad
    "Lake with beach, schools, access, community, restaurants, athletics, space to play transportation and character. "
    1
    Flag
  • Castle117
    "I grew up here. Great forest preserve bike trails, the beach, pool clubhouse, and an excellent school district. "
    1
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    1
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature

Homes for sale near 423 Central Ave

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 423 Central Ave

Skip to last item
Skip to first item
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

Homes for rent near 423 Central Ave

Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item
423 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,327 sqft single-family home built in 1894. This property is not currently available for sale. 423 Central Ave was last sold on Jun 10, 2024 for $2,245,000 (15% higher than the asking price of $1,950,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 423 Central Ave is $2,683,900.