Welcome to 917 Romona Road, a quintessential Colonial offering timeless style, exceptional space and a coveted location in Wilmette's desirable Indian Hill Estates neighborhood. Ideally situated with easy access to transportation and top-rated schools, the home is within walking distance of Marie Murphy School and the Avoca playing fields.This beautifully maintained four-bedroom, three-full and two-half-bath home offers a thoughtful floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, along with the rare convenience of an attached two-car garage. The gracious living room features a classic fireplace, while the open kitchen and dining room create a natural gathering space at the heart of the home. Just beyond, the inviting family room with casual dining area and a second cozy fireplace is perfect for game nights, movie nights and relaxed evenings at home. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms are complemented by three full baths and the highly desirable convenience of second-floor laundry. The finished lower level provides additional living and entertaining space, a powder room and abundant storage. With its classic architecture, high-quality construction, attached garage and exceptional location, 917 Romona Road is the kind of home that is increasingly difficult to find-a true forever home in one of Wilmette's most sought-after neighborhoods. Close to schools, parks, transportation and everything the North Shore has to offer, this special property is not to be missed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$319Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Laura Fitzpatrick• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Est. $6,258 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 917 Romona Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12759479
Sep 17, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Sep 17, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$1,535,000
$319/sq ft
Sep 14, 2026
Listed (Active)
$1,499,000
$311/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06794015
Aug 11, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jul 1, 2008
Contingent
—
Public Records
Jul 16, 2004
Sold
$915,000
$190/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 20, 1978
Sold
$185,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,798 (+5.4%)
$23,040 + $107,960
$131,000
2022
$15,935 (−17.2%)
$23,040 + $54,960
$78,000
2021
$19,256 (+1.4%)
$20,160 + $60,204
$80,364
2020
$18,982 (+3.0%)
$20,160 + $60,204
$80,364
2019
$18,427 (−13.3%)
$20,160 + $67,193
$87,353
2018
$21,250 (+2.4%)
$16,704 + $75,564
$92,268
2017
$20,745 (−6.6%)
$16,704 + $75,564
$92,268
2016
$22,207 (+5.8%)
$16,704 + $87,861
$104,565
2015
$20,987 (+1.7%)
$13,824 + $74,595
$88,419
2014
$20,638 (−4.2%)
$13,824 + $74,595
$88,419
2013
$21,537 (+15.5%)
$13,824 + $82,778
$96,602
2012
$18,641 (+5.3%)
$16,704 + $73,544
$90,248
2011
$17,705 (+2.8%)
$16,704 + $73,544
$90,248
2010
$17,226 (−6.5%)
$16,704 + $73,544
$90,248
2009
$18,424 (+4.5%)
$16,992 + $92,695
$109,687
2008
$17,632 (+18.2%)
$27,187 + $88,274
$115,461
2007
$14,922
$27,187 + $88,274
$115,461
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,232
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05293160210000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R
Single-Family Detached Residence District
The R District is established to protect, promote, and maintain the development of single-family detached housing and limited public and institutional uses that are compatible with the surrounding residential neighborhood. The development standards and range of allowable uses for this district are designed to maintain a suitable environment for family living at the low density of development characteristic of the current pattern of development in the district, which consists of large lots with abundant open space. The R District includes one sub-district which allows the same uses but provides bulk provisions that reflect the specific attributes of the development pattern that results in lot width and lot area that are less than that of the R District but still larger than that typically found in any R1 sub-district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Mar 15, 2016 • Final
Roof permi
Roofing
Dec 18, 2015 • Final
Roof permi
Roofing
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Bath Amenities: Steam Shower
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 21 x 25
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 7 x 15
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 23
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 20
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: COMBO
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 30
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Second
Dimensions: 7 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 24
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 20
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Finished, Full
Laundry Features: Multiple Locations
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 9
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Plans
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Cedar, Stone
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2010
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 05293160210000
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Dimensions: 70 x 160
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $24,291.32
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 37
Elementary School: Avoca West Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 37
Middle Or Junior School: Marie Murphy School
High School District: 203
High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Location Information
Township: New Trier
Corporate Limits: Wilmette
Directions: Lake Ave to Romona, North on Romona
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,232
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 05293160210000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Avoca West Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
Marie Murphy School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public 9 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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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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Historical weather
Wilmette, IL • 60091
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.61M – $1.94M
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