FARMHOUSE CHIC WITH THE FARM (minus the cows and chickens) right in the heart of Wilmette! Covered front porch to watch kids swing from the tree and run in the yard. Side patio with rows of raised garden beds and a Bluestone patio. Sunporch attached to a 2-car garage for buggy and/or cooler nights... and a pumpkin patch! You won't believe all this home has to offer. With 4 Bedrooms and 3 Baths, there is space for everyone. 3 Bedrooms and 2 full baths upstairs including a little reading nook. Primary Bedroom is very spacious with walk-in closet. Bathroom is not attached, but is adjacent. 2nd large hall bath serves the two other bedrooms upstairs. A 4th Bedroom (or office/playroom) and full bath is on the 1st floor. The 1st floor living space is open and has great flow from front to back. Oversized kitchen is the hub with breakfast counter seating for 3, Granite counters, Stainless Steel appliances including SubZero Fridge and Dacor Stove. One of the original Gross Point Farmhouses, it has been reimagined and updated for todays' lifestyle and especially appealing to homeowners who want space to spread outside for gardening, entertaining and play. Mature nut and fruit trees on the property. This tight knit block is one where kids run from yard to yard, neighbors share a cup of sugar and socialize. Walking distance to all schools K-8, Centennial Pool and Community Playfields.
Single-familyProperty Type
1897Year Built
$523Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Fleetwood• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Lisa Miceli• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Natalie Weiland• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Vintage two-flat, each unit with 2 BRs and 1 BA. Potential rehab, or redevelopment for a single family home. 110' of frontage.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08634216
Feb 3, 2015
Listing Removed
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Sep 26, 2014
Price Changed
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Jul 30, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Jun 4, 2014
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08639735
Dec 1, 2014
Listing Removed
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Sep 26, 2014
Price Changed
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Aug 7, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Jun 9, 2014
Listed (New)
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Public Records
Jul 10, 1996
Sold
$180,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,892 (+13.8%)
$14,878 + $33,121
$47,999
2022
$9,574 (−4.8%)
$14,878 + $33,121
$47,999
2021
$10,060 (+1.1%)
$10,627 + $31,428
$42,055
2020
$9,954 (+2.0%)
$10,627 + $31,428
$42,055
2019
$9,760 (+26.0%)
$10,627 + $35,588
$46,215
2018
$7,747 (+2.7%)
$8,927 + $27,073
$36,000
2017
$7,547 (−3.6%)
$8,927 + $27,073
$36,000
2016
$7,825 (−25.6%)
$8,927 + $27,073
$36,000
2015
$10,511 (+1.6%)
$7,439 + $34,905
$42,344
2014
$10,344 (+4.7%)
$7,439 + $34,905
$42,344
2013
$9,879 (+4.5%)
$7,439 + $34,905
$42,344
2012
$9,453 (+5.1%)
$8,289 + $35,315
$43,604
2011
$8,993 (+2.9%)
$8,289 + $35,315
$43,604
2010
$8,743 (−20.0%)
$8,289 + $35,315
$43,604
2009
$10,922 (+3.7%)
$8,502 + $56,289
$64,791
2008
$10,531 (+2.3%)
$13,603 + $54,600
$68,203
2007
$10,292
$13,603 + $54,600
$68,203
Tax history for 636 Illinois Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,892 (+13.8%)
$14,878 + $33,121
$47,999
2022
$9,574 (−4.8%)
$14,878 + $33,121
$47,999
2021
$10,060 (+1.1%)
$10,627 + $31,428
$42,055
2020
$9,954 (+2.0%)
$10,627 + $31,428
$42,055
2019
$9,760 (+26.0%)
$10,627 + $35,588
$46,215
2018
$7,747 (+2.7%)
$8,927 + $27,073
$36,000
2017
$7,547 (−3.6%)
$8,927 + $27,073
$36,000
2016
$7,825 (−25.6%)
$8,927 + $27,073
$36,000
2015
$10,511 (+1.6%)
$7,439 + $34,905
$42,344
2014
$10,344 (+4.7%)
$7,439 + $34,905
$42,344
2013
$9,879 (+4.5%)
$7,439 + $34,905
$42,344
2012
$9,453 (+5.1%)
$8,289 + $35,315
$43,604
2011
$8,993 (+2.9%)
$8,289 + $35,315
$43,604
2010
$8,743 (−20.0%)
$8,289 + $35,315
$43,604
2009
$10,922 (+3.7%)
$8,502 + $56,289
$64,791
2008
$10,531 (+2.3%)
$13,603 + $54,600
$68,203
2007
$10,292
$13,603 + $54,600
$68,203
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,502 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,950
Year built
1896
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05322010310000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.
Oct 14, 2019 • Final
Base elect
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Other
Exterior Building Type: Fiber Cement
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,914
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Main Sq Ft: 957
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,687
Total Sq Ft: 1,914
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 773
Upper Sq Ft: 957
Parcel Number: 05322010310000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 112X144X78X63
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,954.40
Tax Year: 2020
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling: Other
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Horse-Riding Area, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 39
Elementary School: Harper Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Middle Or Junior School: Highcrest Middle School
Alternate Jr High/Middle School: wilmette junior high school
High School District: 203
High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Location Information
Township: New Trier
Corporate Limits: Wilmette
Directions: corner of Birchwood and Illinois
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,950
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,502 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1896
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 05322010310000
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 • 0.4mi
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
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
1% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$951,000 – $1.15M
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