Welcome to 808 Ashland Avenue, an expansive 5-bedroom, 3.1-bath home perfectly situated on a 60x186 lot in the highly sought-after CAGE neighborhood and super close to dreamy Chestnut Beach! You will love the gracious floor plan and the incredible first-floor living spaces. Step into the welcoming foyer, complete with a convenient powder room, and flow into the large living room featuring built-in bookcases, a wood-burning brick fireplace and beautiful French doors that open to a bright sunroom overlooking beautiful Ashland Avenue. The beautiful chef's kitchen is complete with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, an island, stainless steel appliances, and seamlessly connects to the spacious family room. Do not miss the adjoining eat-in area with views of the stunning backyard-perfect for everyday living, private retreat, and family gatherings. An oversized formal dining room with beautiful wood-paneled ceilings completes the main level. On the second level, you will find 4 spacious rooms featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with 2 generous closets and an en-suite private bathroom. The addition includes a bedroom with high ceilings and loads of windows overlooking the backyard. This bedroom connects to a tandem room-ideal for a home office, playroom, or potential 4th bedroom on the second level. The third-floor retreat offers 2 additional bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom-an ideal space for guests, family, or flexible living. The unfinished basement provides excellent storage and future expansion potential. You will also appreciate the large laundry room, complete with a sink, counter space, and cabinetry-excellent space for a mudroom. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped and private backyard with a large paver patio, perfect for summer entertaining. An oversized detached 2-car garage includes pull-down stairs for additional storage above. Lovingly maintained for many years and just blocks from the Metra, Gilson Beach, Plaza del Lago, and downtown Wilmette!
Pending
$1,775,000
808 Ashland Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
5beds
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Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning brick fireplaceHigh ceilingsJack-and-jill bathroomSpacious primary bedroomSpacious family roomLoads of windowsBright sunroom
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- on Zillow |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 02, 2025 at 01:56am
Listing courtesy of:
Frank Capitanini 847-446-9600,
Compass,
Trish Capitanini 847-652-2315,
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12387260

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Sitting Room, Office, Bedroom 5, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X20
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Third
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X19
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Third
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X7
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X24
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X10
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 702 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X27
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Built-in Features, Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Triple Pane Windows
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 60 X 186
Details
- Parcel number: 05274020120000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,346,210
- Annual tax amount: $29,194
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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