IL
Cook
Wilmette
60091
611 Elmwood Avenue
611 Elmwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
68
$2,850,000

Home Details for 611 Elmwood Avenue

Price
$2,850,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
6.0
Square feet
NaN
County
Cook
Total rooms
14
Garage
4
Basement
Sump Pump, Finished, Storage Space, Full
Days on site
29
MLS Listing#
12547743
Property Description

Welcome to 611 Elmwood - a rare 5 bedroom, 4.2 bath home in the heart of East Wilmette, situated on an expansive 75' x 196' lot just one block from beautiful Elmwood Beach! This exceptional home offers a flexible floor plan throughout and an incredible opportunity to live near beautiful Lake Michigan, downtown Wilmette, the newly reimagined Plaza del Lago, the Metra, Schools and more! Inside, fall in love with the expansive 27' x 20' family room, featuring a custom beamed ceiling, built-ins, a wood-burning fireplace, and new carpet. French doors open to a rear wood deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Flow effortlessly into the chef's kitchen with freshly professional-sprayed cabinetry, new hardware, a large island with seating, and a bright eat-in area with skylights and windows overlooking the backyard - perfect for everyday meals and casual gatherings. The elegant dining room features beautiful built-in cabinetry, wainscoting, and transom pocket doors. Do not miss the great room offering endless possibilities! Enjoy original quarter sawn oak hardwood floors, a gas-log fireplace, gorgeous custom built-in bookcases, and double French doors that open to the covered front porch, adjoining first-floor office space - this room is exceptional and truly adapts to your lifestyle! The first floor is completed by a generous mudroom and butler's pantry just off the attached 2-car garage, plus 2 conveniently located powder rooms. Upstairs, find a rare layout with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths - all graciously sized with walk-in closets. The private primary suite is a peaceful retreat, offering dual walk-in closets and access to a private third-floor loft, perfect for a home office or den. The primary bath features a double vanity, soaking tub, steam shower, water closet, and heated floors. Also, on the second level, you will love the incredible bonus room with vaulted ceilings, wall-to-wall windows, and double doors leading to a private deck and sauna - an ideal playroom, exercise space, or a sixth bedroom. A second-floor laundry room with sink, built-in cabinetry, and counter space adds everyday convenience. The finished basement was dug down to create an expansive recreation space designed for entertaining and relaxing, complete with a home theater screen, sound insulation, a custom star-lit ceiling, full bath, plus kitchenette, a separate workshop area, and loads of storage! You have everything you can dream of... Rarely found in East Wilmette, 4 car garage spaces! An attached 2-car garage with private driveway, plus a detached 2-car garage with alley access and stairs leading to extra storage above. The expansive landscaped, fully-fenced backyard offers 2 deck areas, a built-in fire pit, beautiful garden, and irrigation system. This home has been meticulously maintained and updated with improved electrical, plumbing, and so much more. Move right in and enjoy this exceptional home in an unbeatable East Wilmette location - you will love where you live!

Property Features
  • House Interior
    • Entrance Foyer
    • Pantry
    • Sauna
    • Wet Bar
    • Built-in Features
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Parking
    • Asphalt
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Garage
    • Attached
    • Detached
  • Basement
    • Sump Pump
    • Finished
    • Storage Space
    • Full
  • Fire Place
    • Family Room
    • Wood Burning
    • Gas Log
    • Gas Starter
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
    • Forced Air
    • Radiant Floor
  • Cooling Information
    • Central Air
  • Water Features
    • Public
  • Utilities
    • Cable Available
  • Garage
    • 1
School Information
School Information for 611 Elmwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
Elementary School
Central Elementary School
Middle School
Wilmette Junior High School
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Listing Courtesy: Compass - 847-446-9600
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Last Updated: 2026-02-19 18:00:43
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