600 Central Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091
4
Bed
2
Bath
3,121Sqft
Built in 1893 and designated a Wilmette Historic Landmark in 2002, this extraordinary Queen Anne residence offers a rare opportunity to own a home of true architectural significance. The property's story began in 1892, when Hattie Walter purchased the land for her husband, W. Mead Walter-a partner in the architectural firm Walter & Goebel-to design a home for their family. While the firm designed a number of residences throughout the area, this home was notably more ornate, reflecting the Queen Anne style popular in England in the late 19th century. More than 130 years later, the home retains remarkable architectural integrity thanks to an extensive restoration project that took place from 1990 to 1991 and earned the home a historic preservation award for exterior restoration. The home's t
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Heated Sun RoomBathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Rooms Total: 9Interior Features
Historic/Period Mlwk Roof: Shake Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal Laundry Features: Main LevelRoofing Information
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Flooring Information
Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar, Frame -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 1893
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 63 X 160 Lot Description: Corner Lot Lot Size: Less Than .25 AcreProperty Information
Property Type: Residential Style: Queen Anne Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price:$999000
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Tax Information
Annual Tax: $26285.47 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 05342060140000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner,Senior
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Parking Information
Total Parking: 2 Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, GarageGarage Information
Garage Space: 2Homeowners Association Information
Included Fees: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Central Elementary School Junior High School: Highcrest Middle School Senior High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi -
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public -
Location Information
Subdivision: East Wilmette City: Wilmette Direction: Lake Avenue to 6th Street, South on 6th to Central Ave. Home is on the NW corner of 6th and Central.
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 Greenwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $1,495,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,496 | -- |
| 1304 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $589,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,328 | -- |
| 235 Ridge Road #1F, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $340,000 | 2 | 2 | -- | -- |
| 509 Meadow Drive, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $1,165,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,177 | -- |
| 916 Seminole Road, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $2,750,000 | 6 | 7 | 5,395 | 0.28 Acre |
| 801 Harvard Street, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $2,850,000 | 6 | 7 | 5,595 | -- |
| 2019 Beechwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $1,395,000 | 4 | 4 | -- | 0.15 Acre |
| 440 Sunset Drive, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $2,399,000 | 5 | 5 | 5,215 | 0.17 Acre |
| 2929 Indianwood Road, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $1,599,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,761 | 0.28 Acre |
| 3744 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091 | $1,250,000 | 5 | 5 | 3,582 | 0.21 Acre |
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