631 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
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SOLD
SEP 18, 2025

631 Central Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,881 sqft

$1,450,000

Last Sold: Sep 18, 2025
12% over list $1.29M
$503/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $9,766/mo*
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$1,450,000

Last Sold: Sep 18, 2025
12% over list $1.29M
$503/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $9,766/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,881 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools2 High Schools
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Description

Welcome to 631 Central Avenue, in the heart of East Wilmette and discover exceptional living in this remarkable home that seamlessly blends elegance with comfort. Your journey begins with a captivating front patio and fountain, artfully surrounded by native wildflowers that create a welcoming entrance to this property. Step inside to soaring 9-foot ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors that flow throughout the main level. The year-round sunroom floods the space with natural light, creating a seamless connection to the spacious living room. Here, exposed wood beam ceilings, a gas fireplace, and charming leaded glass windows create an atmosphere of warmth and sophistication. The dining room continues the beamed ceiling theme, establishing visual continuity throughout the entertaining spaces. An expansive family room offers wide views of the picturesque backyard, while a versatile large bedroom, currently configured as a home office, provides flexible living options alongside a convenient full bathroom. The heart of the home features a sun-drenched kitchen surrounded by windows, complete with a generous breakfast bar and custom cabinetry. The adjacent butler's pantry, showcasing glass cabinetry and abundant storage, serves as the perfect hub for entertaining. The primary bedroom suite offers a true sanctuary with beautiful hardwood floors, generous closet space, and flexible room for a home office, sitting area, or nursery. Two additional well-appointed bedrooms and a full bathroom complete this level. The finished basement transforms everyday living with new flooring throughout, featuring a fantastic recreation room with impressive ceiling height, a dedicated theater room complete with authentic movie theater carpet, plus an additional large bedroom and full bathroom. The fully fenced backyard extends an impressive 209 feet, creating a private oasis enhanced by mature landscaping and an automatic sprinkler system. The two-car garage, accessed from the alley, includes a new concrete parking pad that doubles as a sport court, providing additional recreational space and parking flexibility. This spectacular location places you just blocks from top-rated schools, the stunning beaches and parks of Lake Michigan, Wilmette's vibrant village center, and the newly revitalized Plaza del Lago shopping and dining destination. Enjoy move-in ready elegance with fresh paint throughout and numerous updated fixtures that enhance the home's timeless appeal.
631 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,881 sqft single-family home built in 1914. It last sold for $1,450,000 on Sep 18, 2025 (12% above the $1,295,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,515,400, with a rent estimate of $6,078/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$503/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 631 Central Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Heated Sun Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Media Room, Recreation Room, Storage
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2881 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: In Unit
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 1026 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1914Year Renovated: 2012
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05342110010000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,295,000Price Per Sqft: $503/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 02 2025Possession 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

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: LPL Residential

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3907 Square Feet

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10497.96 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12459733Attic: DormerActivation Date: Mon Sep 01 2025

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Katie Hauser, (847) 446-9600
Compass
Meg McGuinness, (847) 863-5599
Compass
Bought with: Elizabeth Licata, (312) 888-1183, Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12459733

Price History for 631 Central Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/18/2025$1,450,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459733
09/03/2025$1,295,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459733
09/01/2025$1,295,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12459733
08/18/2015$970,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08946794
07/07/2015$985,000PendingAgent Provided
06/09/2015$985,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/18/2015$1,079,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/30/2015$1,149,000Listed For SaleN/A

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$999,910
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 631 Central Ave

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
526 8th St, Wilmette, IL
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$1,500,000
03/30/26
4
1.5
2,867
835 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.31
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$1,753,000
05/15/26
5
2.5
3,002
719 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
04/13/26
5
4.5
3,352
512 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,549,000
04/15/26
5
3.5
3,934
925 Greenleaf Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,299,000
05/12/26
5
3.5
2,787
611 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
08/15/25
4
3.5
2,887
633 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,499,000
08/12/25
6
2.5
4,428
815 Linden Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
09/17/25
5
4.5
4,250
922 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,580,000
03/24/26
5
3.5
3,125

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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