1116 Elmwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
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1116 Elmwood Avenue,Wilmette, IL 60091
$2,250,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 5,000 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: mary baubonis
Office: @properties christie's international real estate
MLS#:12747536
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$2,250,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$450
About this home
New home in East Wilmette desirable CAGE area neighborhood. This home features a charming front porch as a welcoming entry to the home. The first floor features a formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room with coffered ceilings and built-in cabinets for convenient china storage. There are hardwood floors throughout and lots of architectural details and character that make this house a HOME. A beautiful custom de Giulio chef's kitchen with coffered ceilings, a stunning large island with extra seating and storage, and white marble countertops and backsplash. The kitchen features all top-of-the-line appliances, and high-end custom finishes include SIE matic and beau arts custom Cabinetry with built-in subzero refrigerator doors, refrigerator drawers, walnut cabinetry, a large built-in fridge freezer, a Viking, dual fuel range, handmade de Giulio custom hood with external fan to reduce noise, a GAGGENAU induction cooktop and convection steam oven, dual dishwashers, a large walk-in pantry and Butler's pantry - bar area. There is a separate breakfast area with a convenient coffee bar area with granite countertops and extra fridge drawers - all overlooking the beautifully landscape backyard. The second floor features four nicely scaled bedrooms - +2 full bathrooms room. The primary suite has dramatic, vaulted ceilings, large dual his/hers closets, and a gas fire place. A lovely spa bathroom with heated floors, a large Japanese soaking tub, a separate shower with multiple showerheads, and dual sink vanity by Ann Sachs/Kallista. Three additional nicely scaled bedrooms with great closet space plus nicely updated full hall bath.There is a third floor unfinished attic for additional storage. A convenient rear mudroom provides access to the backyard and fully finished lower level. The fully finished lower level includes 2 bedrooms (or office) , tile radiant floor, and a full bathroom with a steam shower and a wet bar for entertaining. Additional storage closets throughout the lower level. Three solar tubes, bring natural light throughout the home. The home is heated and cooled geothermal by two climate master units, 2019/20. Each with three zones controlled by 6ECOBEE thermostats, delivering low energy bills and environmentally friendly comfort year-round. Additional upgrades include a 2020 tankless water heater, hot water heater, UV light/HEPA filtration with an air exchange or air exchanger and whole home humidification. The home also features two sump pump systems with back backups, a Generac generator, 400 amp service with buried utility lines. Ethernet and Sonos sound wiring, and Lutron Cafeta lighting controls throughout most of the home. The newly landscape yard offers multiple stone, paved, entertaining areas alongside a large grassy space suited to every member of the household. It features mature Trees, a wide variety of perennials, custom, LED, lighting, inground, sprinklers, a hot water, tap, buried utilities, with no overhead lines, wired stereo sound, a built-in barbecue with a durable, all season, lighting, all season, soapstone countertop, and a large stone built in planter with seating that serve serves as the yards focal point. This home is an East Wilmette gem! A plus location - a short walk to schools, the Metra train, downtown area, and beach....
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Home facts
- Year built:1908
- Subdivision & Development:Cage
- Listing ID #:12747536
- Updated:September 06, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:11
- Dining Description:Breakfast Room, Separate Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Bidet, Double Shower, Double Sinks, Garden Tub, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Steam Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Egress Window, Finished, Full
- Living area:5,000 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Zoned
- Heating:Geothermal, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1908
- Building area:5,000 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.2 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped, Mature Trees
- Architectural Style:American 4-Square
- Exterior Features:Outdoor Grill
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- Elementary school:Central Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,250,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$450
- Tax amount:$37,042 (2023)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Air Exchanger, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Generator, Sprinkler-Lawn, Sump Pump
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage, Off Alley
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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