526 8th ST Wilmette, IL 60091 Active Under Contract

UPDATED: 03/12/2026 09:07 PM ON MARKET: 8 days on market

$1,295,000

4 Beds1.5 Baths2,867 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active Under Contract

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,867 sqft

Price per Sqft $451

MLS Listing ID 12584196

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1912

Annual Tax Amount $15,333

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 8,015 Sqft

Lot Dimensions 50 X 160

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Location

State IL

County Cook

Area Wilmette

Rooms

Basement Finished,Full

Interior

Heating Radiator(s)

Cooling Small Duct High Velocity,Wall Unit(s)

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Gas Log

Equipment Security System,Ceiling Fan(s),Sprinkler-Lawn

Fireplace Y

Appliance Double Oven,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Cooktop

Laundry In Unit

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Community Features Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Frame, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

Level or Stories 2 Stories

Structure Type Frame

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Central Elementary School

Middle Schools Wilmette Junior High School

High Schools New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

School District 39 ,39, 203

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

Property Description

Beautiful home in East Wilmette! Perfectly located within walking distance to downtown, Metra, schools, parks, and the beach. This sun-filled home features a welcoming front porch, a circular flow, and character galore. Highlights include a spacious living room with a gas-log fireplace, a formal dining room with a detailed ceiling, and a bright family room overlooking the lush, fully-fenced backyard with stunning landscaping, a brick patio, and sprinkler system. The updated kitchen boasts white cabinetry, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, find 4 bedrooms, a sunny tandem room, and a newly renovated 3rd-floor retreat. Finished basement with laundry room and storage, 2.5-car garage, and move-in ready charm - this home has it all!