Homes for sale in Wilmette, IL combine lake-front charm with commuter convenience inside Cook County’s single 60091 ZIP code and the high-performing Wilmette Public Schools District 39.
Stately brick Georgians, classic foursquares, and sleek new builds line leafy streets just blocks from the CTA Purple Line, Metra UP-North, and beaches along Lake Michigan. Though shoppers often weigh larger acreages in Barrington, IL or gated-community options in Long Grove, IL, Wilmette’s walkable village center, historic Baha’i House of Worship, and award-winning parks make it a perennial North-Shore favorite.
Homes move quickly and listings span every decade back to 1890.
$799,000
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,748 SqFt
471 Highcrest DR, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Laura Fitzpatrick of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,599,000
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,453 SqFt
1706 Elmwood AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Katie Hauser of Compass
$1,099,000
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,887 SqFt
843 Chilton LN, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Warren McKenna of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,350,000
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,413 SqFt
1514 Walnut AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Elizabeth Licata of Compass
$1,249,900
6 Beds 4 Baths 3,000 SqFt
725 Locust RD, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Kevin Barnett of Kale Realty
$1,299,000
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,948 SqFt
1025 Sheridan RD, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Carrie McCormick of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,950,000
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,137 SqFt
118 Lockerbie LN, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Joanna Zwierzynski of HomeSmart Connect LLC
$475,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,040 SqFt
724 12th ST #105, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Ana Grecu of Coldwell Banker Realty
$1,699,000
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 5,437 SqFt
320 Vista DR, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Lisa Finks of Compass
$549,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,260 SqFt
542 Laramie AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Susan Chung of MWJ Realty LLC
$1,775,000
5 Beds 3.5 Baths
808 Ashland AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Frank Capitanini of Compass
$6,000
4 Beds 3.5 Baths
1128 Greenleaf AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Christopher Sweitzer of Dream Town Real Estate
$2,950,000
6 Beds 6.5 Baths 8,506 SqFt
1025 Mohawk RD, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Megan Gemp of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,450,000
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,250 SqFt
815 Linden AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Sara Brahm of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,250,000
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,114 SqFt
2133 Birchwood AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Cheryl Waldstein of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$850,000
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,607 SqFt
1506 Wilmette AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Marie Hirschle of Baird & Warner
$1,299,000
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,694 SqFt
2510 Marian LN, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Anne DuBray of Coldwell Banker Realty
$899,000
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,532 SqFt
248 Westmoreland DR, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Laura Fitzpatrick of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$825,000
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 2,999 SqFt
327 Wilshire DR E, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Margaret Juravic of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$12,000
6 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,248 SqFt
835 Lake AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Louise Eichelberger of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,399,000
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,606 SqFt
1504 Elmwood AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Julie Fleetwood of Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
$549,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,783 SqFt
3019 Hartzell ST, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Nathan Freeborn of Redfin Corporation
$7,200
5 Beds 2.5 Baths
1005 Ashland AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by John Nash of Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
$2,400,000
7 Beds 5.5 Baths 5,668 SqFt
633 Elmwood AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Listed by Elizabeth Licata of Compass
Prices are up 49.6 % over the past 12 months, propelled by low inventory of move-in-ready colonials and a surge of buyers exiting downtown Chicago.
Classic homes east of Green Bay Road trade at a premium for beach access, while modern farmhouses west of Ridge Avenue attract families seeking larger lots and attached garages.
Vintage bungalows in the “Cage” neighborhood continue to command bidding wars after thoughtful renovations. New construction averages 3,500–4,500 sq ft with open-concept layouts, finished basements, and detached three-car garages—a rarity inside village limits.
Homes here spend about 42 days on market, so competitive offers often arrive within the first week. All data from MRED (Midwest Real Estate Data); statuses include active, under contract, pending.
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While Barrington offers equestrian estates and Metra access, Long Grove features historic covered bridges and seasonal festivals, and Kildeer delivers wooded lot privacy—each is less than a 40-minute drive from Wilmette’s beaches, Gillson Park sailing rentals, and bakeries along Greenleaf Avenue.
When it comes to Wilmette, IL homes for sale, The Spot Realty Team provides unmatched local insight and concierge-level service.
We can tell you which blocks feed into coveted Harper versus Central elementary zones, how lake-effect winds influence roof-replacement cycles, and why a few extra feet of lot depth on Washington Avenue regularly adds six figures to final sale prices.
You can rely on our appraisal-backed pricing models, virtual-staging technology, and private network of 7,000 North-Shore buyers to secure top dollar or win in multiple-offer scenarios. We can arrange dawn showings for commuters, coordinate sewer-scope inspections common in 1920s basements, and secure lightning-fast clear-to-close timelines through local lenders.
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The current median sale price is $920,000, marking a robust 49.6 % year-over-year increase that underscores Wilmette’s desirability.
Entry-level two-bedroom condos in Plaza del Lago trade in the mid-$300 ks, while updated three-bedroom ranches west of Skokie Boulevard hover around $600 k. Four-bedroom colonials with modern kitchens and finished attics in East Wilmette commonly fetch $900 k to $1.2 million.
Brand-new luxury builds on 50-foot lots east of Sheridan Road can exceed $2.6 million, yet still trail neighboring Winnetka’s comparable offerings. Annual property taxes average 2.1 % of assessed value—tempered by village services, pristine parks, and highly ranked New Trier High School for grades 9-12.
Whether you seek vintage charm or modern convenience, Wilmette offers a property style to match:
From low-maintenance lake-view condos to expansive center-entrance colonials with coach houses, Wilmette rewards buyers who act decisively in this fast-moving North-Shore market. Set your alerts, tour promptly, and secure your slice of lakeside living.
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