540 Locust Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
OFF MARKET

540 Locust Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 3,200 sqft

$1,876,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,616/mo*
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$1,876,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $12,616/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,200 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools2 High Schools
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Description

This is such a cool house! 3200 square feet of fabulous new construction with coveted attached garage in excellent location. Custom and designer finishes throughout. The first floor has 10' ceilings and the light filled front room with vaulted ceiling would be an excellent office or living room. The kitchen is stunning! Gorgeous 8'+ Mon Cheri quartzite island, custom cabinetry and all Thermador appliances including 60" refrigerator/freezer and 48" commercial oven. Large pantry and butler's pantry. The kitchen is open to the family room with custom fireplace. This incredible living space opens to fully fenced yard, including large brick patio and fire pit. Great mudroom off the attached garage. Hardwood floors on first and second floor. 4 bedrooms on the 2nd floor include the elegant master suite with 14' walk-in organized closet and sublime bath with "his & her" vanities. 3 additional good sized bedrooms on 2nd floor (one with en suit bath), large hall bath and laundry room. The basement provides the 5th bedroom and full bath and a huge family room with full bar. So many distinctive details everywhere you look: the beautiful stone in the window wells, the handcrafted turned wood & steel banister, the well placed barn doors and all of the light fixtures! Home includes Sonos system/wifi boosters. Walk to all schools & parks!
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.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 540 Locust Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: OtherPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8398 sqft

Price History for 540 Locust Rd

DatePriceEventSource
01/06/2021$1,359,000Sold
N/A
08/21/2020$1,359,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10737613
08/21/2020$1,359,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
06/29/2020$1,359,000PendingAgent Provided
06/06/2020$1,359,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/16/2019$255,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10394993
08/30/2019$264,900PendingAgent Provided
08/06/2019$264,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/01/2019$299,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/28/2019$325,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$1,089,040
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 540 Locust Rd

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2617 Laurel Ln, Wilmette, IL
0.06
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$1,495,000
09/24/25
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5
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$1,250,000
06/10/26
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2611 Laurel Ln, Wilmette, IL
0.08
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$1,900,000
04/03/26
6
4.5
3,527
2612 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,230,000
09/19/25
6
4.5
3,643
2717 Lincoln Ln, Wilmette, IL
0.07
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$887,717
06/24/26
4
3.5
2,619
245 Vista Dr, Wilmette, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,601,000
02/23/26
5
4.5
3,158
725 Locust Rd, Wilmette, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$915,000
12/29/25
6
4
3,000
2739 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$870,000
09/19/25
5
3
2,417
2739 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$870,000
09/24/25
5
3
2,400
2711 Orchard Ln, Wilmette, IL
0.33
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$1,500,000
10/17/25
5
4.5
5,525

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Assigned Schools

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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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540 Locust Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,200 sqft single-family home built in 2020. This property is not currently available for sale. 540 Locust Rd was last sold on Jan 6, 2021 for $1,359,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 540 Locust Rd is $1,876,500.