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Off Market Mar 2012 for $715K

$1,245,281

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,627/mo

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540 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091

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Light & bright newer home offers exceptional space in a convenient location. Beautiful hrdwd flrs. Gourmet kit w/cherry cabinets, large island & table space opens to family rm w/pretty fireplace & large deck. 4 generous BRs on 2nd incl master w/tray ceiling, walk-in closet & bath w/whirlpool & sep shower. 2nd flr laundry. Huge Rec Rm, + 5th BR & full bath in bsmt. 2-car att gar. Subject to short sale approval

Single-familyProperty Type

2001Year Built

2 car garageParking

Listed by Liz Bulf • Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Nancy Tassone • Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07842958

Redfin Estimate

$1,245,281

$530K since sold in March 2012$25K since August

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This home's estimate is 22.7% lower than the average sale price ($1.61M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$1,700,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths4,230 sq ft
146 Sterling Ln, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,695,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,906 sq ft
2034 Highland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$1,600,000
C
5 beds2.5 baths3,379 sq ft
2223 Crestview Ln, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD MAY 7, 2026
$1,300,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,800 sq ft
710 Ouilmette Ln, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,762,500
E
5 beds4.5 baths3,670 sq ft
2211 Schiller Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091

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Market trends in 60091, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

105.9%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$91K MoM

Avg. days on market

30d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 540 Illinois Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$18,764 (+5.8%)

$11,287 + $74,719

$86,006

2022

$17,737 (+32.8%)

$11,287 + $74,719

$86,006

2021

$13,360 (+1.2%)

$8,062 + $46,693

$54,755

2020

$13,200 (+2.0%)

$8,062 + $46,693

$54,755

2019

$12,944 (−8.9%)

$8,062 + $52,109

$60,171

2018

$14,216 (+2.7%)

$6,772 + $56,417

$63,189

2017

$13,837 (−3.1%)

$6,772 + $56,417

$63,189

2016

$14,278 (+1.6%)

$6,772 + $61,411

$68,183

2015

$14,053 (+1.5%)

$5,643 + $53,590

$59,233

2014

$13,842 (−13.3%)

$5,643 + $53,590

$59,233

2013

$15,973 (+6.8%)

$5,643 + $65,452

$71,095

2012

$14,959 (−3.4%)

$6,288 + $65,212

$71,500

2011

$15,481 (+2.6%)

$6,288 + $70,790

$77,078

2010

$15,090 (+8.0%)

$6,288 + $70,790

$77,078

2009

$13,973 (+6.7%)

$6,450 + $82,375

$88,825

2008

$13,090 (+5.9%)

$10,320 + $83,180

$93,500

2007

$12,358

$10,320 + $83,180

$93,500

Tax history for 540 Illinois Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$18,764 (+5.8%)

$11,287 + $74,719

$86,006

2022

$17,737 (+32.8%)

$11,287 + $74,719

$86,006

2021

$13,360 (+1.2%)

$8,062 + $46,693

$54,755

2020

$13,200 (+2.0%)

$8,062 + $46,693

$54,755

2019

$12,944 (−8.9%)

$8,062 + $52,109

$60,171

2018

$14,216 (+2.7%)

$6,772 + $56,417

$63,189

2017

$13,837 (−3.1%)

$6,772 + $56,417

$63,189

2016

$14,278 (+1.6%)

$6,772 + $61,411

$68,183

2015

$14,053 (+1.5%)

$5,643 + $53,590

$59,233

2014

$13,842 (−13.3%)

$5,643 + $53,590

$59,233

2013

$15,973 (+6.8%)

$5,643 + $65,452

$71,095

2012

$14,959 (−3.4%)

$6,288 + $65,212

$71,500

2011

$15,481 (+2.6%)

$6,288 + $70,790

$77,078

2010

$15,090 (+8.0%)

$6,288 + $70,790

$77,078

2009

$13,973 (+6.7%)

$6,450 + $82,375

$88,825

2008

$13,090 (+5.9%)

$10,320 + $83,180

$93,500

2007

$12,358

$10,320 + $83,180

$93,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,450 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,744

Year built

2001

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

05331110030000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 32 x 23
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 05
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Breakfast Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 8
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 15
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 11

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch

Building Information
Living Area Source: Not Reported
Exterior Building Type: Cedar
Age: 6-10 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rehab (Y/N): No
Parcel Number: 05331110030000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 68X145X50X100
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,973
Tax Year: 2009
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Sewer-Storm
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling: Central Air

Location

School Information
Elementary School District: 39
Elementary School: ROMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Middle Or Junior School: WILMETTE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
High School District: 203
High School: NEW TRIER TWP H.S. NORTHFIELD/WINNETKA

Location Information
Township: NEW TRIER
Corporate Limits: WILMETTE
Directions: Between Wilmette Ave & Hunter.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,744
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,450 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 05331110030000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Around this home

Schools

Highcrest Middle School

Public 5-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi

9/10

Wilmette Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

New Trier Township High School Winnetka

Public 10-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

3/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.18M – $1.43M

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Home values near 540 Illinois Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
529 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1540 Sq. Ft.	$828,018
535 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1706 Sq. Ft.	$658,553

Address	Redfin Estimate
515 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2470 Sq. Ft.	$1,246,653
537 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4023 Sq. Ft.	$1,798,931

Address	Redfin Estimate
555 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2244 Sq. Ft.	$1,134,866
538 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3116 Sq. Ft.	$1,492,019

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