611 Elmwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS # 12547743)

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PRICE $2,850,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 5
BATHS 5
HOME SIZE 6,230 sqft
LOT SIZE n/a

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!

DAYS ON MARKET 5 LAST UPDATED 1/23/2026
YEAR BUILT 0 COMMUNITY Wilmette
GARAGE SPACES 4.0 COUNTY Cook
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Elementary School Central Elementary School
Jr. High School Wilmette Junior High School
High School New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
AREA Wilmette
BASEMENT Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
INTERIOR Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Sauna, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
LOT 0
LOT DESCRIPTION Garden, Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS 75 X 196
PARKING Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Attached, Detached
SEWER Public Sewer
TAXES 40083.67
UTILITIES Cable Available
WATER Public
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