730 Lake Avenue — Wilmette, IL 60091
Pending
Wilmette, IL 60091

730 Lake Avenue

$2,999,000
6 beds · 7 baths · 6,352 sqft
Listed at $2,999,000 51 days on market $37,350/yr taxes
01About this home

A Rare Buyer's Opportunity in East Wilmette's Premier Location. This is your chance to own one of East Wilmette's most beautiful homes renovated and designed for the best in outdoor and indoor living - an exceptional value on a prestigious red brick street in the heart of the Central School District and New Trier High School zone. Set on an expansive ~half-acre lot behind a stately iron fence, this beautifully renovated and thoughtfully expanded residence offers a rare blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury, perfectly suited for today's lifestyle-and ideal for those who love to entertain. Originally renovated in 2005 and expanded in 2009, the home balances architectural charm with upscale finishes throughout. At its core is a breathtaking NuHaus kitchen, lit by a dramatic skylight and equipped with professional-grade appliances, all overlooking lush, landscaped grounds. The layout is designed for effortless indoor-outdoor gatherings, with a private bluestone terrace, an upper-level patio with built-in grill, and generous indoor entertaining spaces including a spacious family room and a lower-level recreation room with full bath. The gracious wraparound front porch and original details-like the grand wooden staircase, hardwood floors, and leaded-glass windows-set the tone for elegant hosting, while the newer additions including a butler's pantry, mudroom, second powder room, and coveted three-car garage ensure daily comfort and convenience. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms including a luxurious primary suite with marble bath and custom walk-in closet, plus a second laundry. A versatile third floor with a full bath offers flexible space for additional bedrooms, play space, guest suites, or home offices. Whether you're hosting intimate dinners or large-scale summer gatherings, this home delivers unmatched functionality and character in a location steps from Lake Michigan, downtown Wilmette, Metra, and schools. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to make this iconic property your own.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$2,999,000
List price
6,352
Square feet
6
Bedrooms
5 full / 2 half
Bathrooms
1903
Year built
Lot size
3
Garage spaces
$37,350
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
51
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasForced AirSteamRadiantRadiant Floor
Cooling
Central AirSmall Duct High Velocity
Appliances
Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorFreezerWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorCooktopRange HoodHumidifier
Parking
Off AlleyGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
Brick
Equipment
Security SystemCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Sump PumpBackup Sump Pump;
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle school
E Elementary school
Central Elementary School
Wilmette, IL
📍10 mi🚗26 min
M Middle school
Wilmette Junior High School
Wilmette, IL
📍2.2 mi🚗6 min🚶53 min
H High school
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Wilmette, IL
  • Small Cheval 0.4 mi
  • Big Tomato Pizza 0.4 mi
  • Koya Sushi 0.4 mi
  • Chuck Wagon 0.4 mi
  • J.P. McCarthy's Pizza & Grill 0.4 mi
  • Pescadero Seafood & Oyster Bar 0.5 mi
  • Jewel-Osco 0.6 mi
  • Wilmette Food Mart 0.6 mi
  • Jewel-Osco 0.6 mi
  • BP Shop 0.7 mi
  • Whole Foods Market 0.8 mi
  • Shell 1.4 mi
  • Langdon Park 0.5 mi
  • Maple Park 0.6 mi
  • Gillson Park 0.6 mi
  • Wheeler Park 0.7 mi
  • Maloney Farm Preserve 0.8 mi
  • Frank S. Torgerson Park 0.8 mi
  • Alchemy Coffee House 0.4 mi
  • Starbucks 0.6 mi
  • Convito Cafe and Market 0.6 mi
  • Starbucks 0.6 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.9 mi
  • Curt's Cafe 1.4 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 22, 2026
PendingThis listing
$2,999,000
Apr 2, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
$2,999,000
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Listed by Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore · Jamie Roth · 847-219-6400
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