755 Michigan Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
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Pending - Under Contract
$2,500,000
755 Michigan Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
Detached Single
Property Type
4
Beds
5 Full 1 Half
Baths
4,707
Sq. Ft.
1932
Year Built
Cook
County
This Picturesque stone, colonial style home, with a captivating front entrance & slate roof, is across the street from Gilson Park and just steps from Lake Michigan. The huge, gracious LIVING ROOM features stunning crown moldings, a bay, classic fireplace with a beautifully detailed limestone mantel and marble hearth, hardwood floors, and great views of Gilson Park. The large, elegant DINING ROOM has detailed crown molding, big bay, and attractive wainscoting. SECOND FLOOR has four spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bath. The Primary bedroom has a large bay, walk-in closet area, and great views of Gilson Park. There is a first-floor LIBRARY/OFFICE with built-in bookshelves, attractive wood paneling, and classic fixture. KITCHEN has a walk-in pantry and a bright adjoining breakfast room with built-in display cabinets. There is a relaxing bright SUNROOM with 3 exposures. BASEMENT features a huge, paneled recreation room and an entertainment room with a large classic bar. This Bright Home has many large windows & bays, arched doorways, tall ceilings, beautiful woodwork, and a large vaulted walk up attic for additional storage. OUTSIDE there are wonderfully landscaped yards, lovely flower beds, and a stone patio. This solid stone home has its foundation and sub-floor made of poured concrete. There is a big, tall 2 car attached garage and a very spacious boat house. This Ideal LOCATION is within easy walking distance of many amenities including: Gilson Park which has swimming, sailing and dog beaches, a harbor, tennis courts and an outdoor theater; Sheridan Shore Yacht Club for boating; Michigan Shores Club which has an indoor pool, racket courts, exercise facilities, dining room, and banquet facilities; Plaza Del Lago with high-quality restaurants & shops; Central School; 2 train lines; and Downtown Wilmette which has a wide array of restaurants.
MLS #
12740434
Monthly HOA
N/A
On Site
Not Available
Last Updated
9/8/2026
Contact Agent
Property Rocks
(773) 998-2401Property Details
Community Information
Address
755 Michigan Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
Area
Wilmette
County
Cook
City
Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Zip Code
60091
School Information
School District
39
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Middle School
Wilmette Junior High School
Elementary School
Central Elementary School
Architecture
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5 Full / 1 Half
Year Built
1932
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Stone
Age Range
91-100 Years
Type Detached
2 Stories
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Basement Type
Finished, Full
Parking Features
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
Features / Amenities
Interior Features
Wet Bar
Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Fireplace Features
Gas Log
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Hardwood
Laundry
Laundry Chute, Sink
Rooms
Breakfast Room, Den, Office, Recreation Room, Play Room, Foyer, Study
Patio And Porch
Patio
Other Structures
RV/Boat Storage
Window
Double Pane Windows
Parking Total
3
Garage Spaces
3
Air Conditioning
Central Air, Zoned
Heat Source / Type
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Fireplace(s)
Living Room, Basement
Total Rooms
14
Property Features
Lot Dimensions
.25-.49 Acre
Sewer
Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Transportation
School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Open House Count
0
Directions
Sheridan Road to Michigan Ave, North to Home.
Tax and Financial Info
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
$40,558
Ownership
Fee Simple
Contingency
Attorney/Inspection
Rooms
| Level | |
| Recreation Room | Basement |
| Play Room | Basement |
| Breakfast Room | Main |
| Dining Room | Main |
| Family Room | Main |
| Kitchen | Main |
| Living Room | Main |
| Office | Main |
| Foyer | Main |
| N/A | |
| Laundry | N/A |
| N/A | |
| N/A | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second |
| Bedroom 3 | Second |
| Bedroom 4 | Second |
| Master Bedroom | Second |
| Den | Second |
| Study | Second |
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