Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch-style home in the heart of Wilmette, offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. Situated on a large lot with a fully fenced yard, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence is just minutes from top-rated Wilmette schools, parks, shopping, dining, and the beautiful shores of Gillson Park & Beach. In 2000, under the expertise of the award-winning renowned architect Michael Hartman the entire home was completely gutted. Mr. Hartman's vision and mastery resulted in a complete floor plan change which developed into the beautiful custom home it is today. Inside, you'll find an inviting and thoughtfully designed layout featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, and a versatile den with direct access to the private Bluestone courtyard patio-perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining. The home includes two ensuite bedrooms with walk in closets including a generous primary suite with a full bath, jetted tub, separate shower, and an 8-foot sliding glass door leading to the patio. The second bedroom also features its own full ensuite bath with jetted tub and shower combination. The recently remodeled kitchen (2023-2025) showcases maple cabinetry, granite countertops, granite tile entry, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, and a center island with convenient roll-out shelving systems installed in 2025. Additional highlights include refinished maple flooring, custom solid core maple doors, custom millwork, interior transom windows, two fireplaces both gas starter one is woodburning and there other one is gas. Plus, two brand-new Velux skylights with built-in remote-controlled blinds that fill the home with natural light. Designed for both beauty and function, the home offers exceptional storage throughout, including a large pantry closet with crawl space access, a huge storage shed built in 2010, stackable washer/dryer, and an attached 2-car garage with heat and air conditioning plus a kitchenette and refrigerator with water line and ice maker. Major improvements include a brand-new Roof and HVAC system, 2 New Velux Skylights, upgraded dimmer switches, 200-amp electrical panel, Pella windows, and newer sliding doors installed in 2020. Enjoy peaceful evenings under party string lights in the private courtyard patio, all while being conveniently located near award-winning schools, the lakefront, and everything Wilmette has to offer. This move-in-ready home combines timeless character with modern updates in one of the North Shore's most sought-after communities.
Price change
Price cut: $15K (5/29)
$685,000
820 Lawler Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
3beds
2,187sqft
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,598 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$313/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Interior transom windowsCustom millworkExceptional storage throughoutKitchenaid stainless steel appliancesFormal dining roomPella windowsMaple cabinetry
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12646935
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes, Screens
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,187 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 7,598 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 58x131
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 05312030300000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $313/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $459,990
- Annual tax amount: $9,361
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $685,000-2.1%$313/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12646935 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000+300%$320/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12646935 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2000 | Sold | $175,000$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,686 +3.8% | $45,999 |
| 2022 | $8,367 -21.4% | $45,999 -6.6% |
| 2021 | $10,640 -12% | $49,226 |
| 2020 | $12,094 +1.8% | $49,226 -9% |
| 2019 | $11,878 +24.3% | $54,095 +30.4% |
| 2018 | $9,553 +2.4% | $41,480 |
| 2017 | $9,326 +5.9% | $41,480 |
| 2016 | $8,809 -8.3% | $41,480 +2.5% |
| 2015 | $9,604 +1.7% | $40,461 |
| 2014 | $9,444 +4.7% | $40,461 |
| 2013 | $9,021 -7.2% | $40,461 -14% |
| 2012 | $9,718 +5.3% | $47,051 |
| 2011 | $9,230 +2.8% | $47,051 |
| 2010 | $8,981 -6.6% | $47,051 -17.8% |
| 2009 | $9,619 +4.5% | $57,267 -5% |
| 2008 | $9,206 +6.3% | $60,280 |
| 2007 | $8,661 +34.2% | $60,280 +56.8% |
| 2006 | $6,452 +2.2% | $38,435 |
| 2005 | $6,311 +1.8% | $38,435 |
| 2004 | $6,202 +39.3% | $38,435 +51.8% |
| 2003 | $4,454 -0.3% | $25,313 |
| 2002 | $4,468 +18.4% | $25,313 |
| 2001 | $3,773 +3.2% | $25,313 +20.1% |
| 2000 | $3,657 +1.5% | $21,085 |
| 1999 | $3,604 | $21,085 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60091
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Avoca West Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Marie Murphy SchoolGrades: PK,6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- NANew Trier Township H S NorthfieldGrades: 9Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Avoca West Elementary School
- Middle: Marie Murphy School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 37
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Wilmette
- 60091
- 820 Lawler Ave
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