Welcome to 311 3rd Street a timeless American Foursquare nestled on a rare double lot (200x134x190x71- which includes second lot address at 301 3rd St.) in the heart of East Wilmette. This stately 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home combines vintage charm with generous living space, offering a unique opportunity to bring your design and updating ideas to one of the North Shore's most desirable neighborhoods. Boasting a gracious front porch, elegant architectural details, charming arched doorways, classic millwork and original hardwood floors, this home exudes warmth and character throughout. The classic floor plan features sun-filled formal living and dining room, a cozy den perfect for a home office or playroom, and a spacious kitchen/ family room combo with stunning views to your massive backyard through your massive southern facing picture window. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms offer ample space and natural light and 2 full bathrooms and a 2nd floor enclosed sun porch, while a walk-up finished attic provides an additional space for an office or playroom plus abundant storage. The full basement offers a great rec space or 5th bedroom, laundry, full bath and an additional space that was dug out and expanded offering an 11ft high movie theater room or perfect space for your golf simulator! Outside, the expansive yard-rare for the area-offers endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, or even future pool or expansion. A long private driveway leads to a detached two-car garage. Located just blocks from the lake, Gilson Beach and Park, Wilmette Harbor, the Linden El, Metra, and vibrant downtown Wilmette, this home blends small-town charm with urban convenience. Top-rated schools, including Central Elementary, Highcrest, and New Trier High School. Bring your design ideas to this amazing home offering you the opportunity to be in a Nationally Ranked School District with Walkability, Charm, and double lot!
Closed
$1,060,000
311 3rd St, Wilmette, IL 60091
5beds
4,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
-- sqft lot
$1,060,200 Zestimate®
$265/sqft
$7,077 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 11, 2025 at 03:38am
Listing courtesy of:
Pam MacPherson 847-508-8048,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Kate Murlas 773-343-2407,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Nathan Freeborn
Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12414686

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Bedroom 5
- Level: Basement
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X15
Bonus room
- Level: Third
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X19
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X20
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X24
Media room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Sun room
- Level: Second
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X17
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, Special Millwork
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Dimensions: 200X134X190X71
Details
- Additional parcels included: 05351150170000
- Parcel number: 05351150160000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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$1,060,200
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