1163 Romona Rd

Wilmette, IL 60091

$1,995,000
Price
3
Beds
3,859 Sq. Ft.
$517 / Sq. Ft.
3,859
Sq. Ft.
$517
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built in 1938 by noted architect Jerome Cerny, this storybook Tudor is a rarely found combination of unprecedented, warm character and an architecturally sympathetic renovation, providing the visitor with a feeling of substance and legacy glamour. Inside, a charming foyer welcomes you with a graceful staircase, two coat closets, and rich parquet flooring. The living room features a fireplace, angled windows with a window seat, and French doors leading to a screened porch with Lexan panels for cooler...Built in 1938 by noted architect Jerome Cerny, this storybook Tudor is a rarely found combination of unprecedented, warm character and an architecturally sympathetic renovation, providing the visitor with a feeling of substance and legacy glamour. Inside, a charming foyer welcomes you with a graceful staircase, two coat closets, and rich parquet flooring. The living room features a fireplace, angled windows with a window seat, and French doors leading to a screened porch with Lexan panels for cooler days. A beautifully wood paneled library includes its own fireplace, while the dining room offers bay windows and French doors opening to the patio and portends many wonderful entertaining possibilities! The recently updated kitchen blends period charm with modern function, featuring Thermador gas range and dishwasher, Sub-Zero refrigerator, custom hood, glass-front built-in china cabinet, deep wide drawers, slate floors, marble countertops, farmhouse sink with nickel-plated faucet, pot rack, and an eat-in area framed by gorgeous wood windows. A happy and conducive place to challenge your culinary skills or relax with friends. Additional first-floor highlights include a powder room with Calista vanity, nickel faucets,Toto fixture. New lighting, a walk-in pantry, office, and a large family room with a two-story stone fireplace, slate flooring, and French doors to the yard, add elegance. Beamed ceiling features a custom limewash finish by Da Vinci, while a leaded glass window overlooks the front garden. Large office/mudroom could be converted to a 4th bedroom. Upstairs you will be impressed with two king-size en suite bedrooms plus a primary suite, all recently updated. The primary bath features gorgeous, Chloe subway tile, custom linen cabinet with pull-out hamper, a large custom vanity with quartz counters, Perrin faucets, and Toto fixtures. The second bath includes marble and subway tile, custom vanity, polished nickel fixtures, separate dressing area, and generous linen storage. A third bedroom bath offers slate flooring, custom vanity with quartzite counter, and additional linen storage. A loft off the second bedroom-currently used as a music room-overlooks the stunning stone fireplace below and lends a view to family activities! The lower level offers a flexible rec room or office, workout space, extensive cabinetry, counters, and mechanical storage. Set on nearly half an acre with land gently sloping to the road, the home is crowned by a fully restored Ludowici tile roof and surrounded by mature evergreen boxwoods, cottage gardens, and layered landscaping with lighting throughout-exceptional curb appeal from every angle. A detached oversized two-car garage with a separate drive offers space above with future potential. The fully fenced backyard features two brick patios, a storage shed, and multiple sets of French doors that seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor living.
  1. Listed by Anne Malone • Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
    P: (847)-912-4806 anne.malone@evrealestate.com;anne.malone@evrealestate.com

Property Details for 1163 Romona Road

Area
Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
3
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
LISTING UPDATED: 02/10/2026 04:03 PM

Property Details for 1163 Romona Road

StatusNew
MLS #12562594
Days on Market4
Taxes$23,944 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.48 AC / 20,865 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1163 Romona Road

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.48 AC / 20,865 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,719 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,723

Property Taxes

$1,995

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1163 Romona Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 39
  • Elementary School: Harper Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Wilmette Junior High School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Circular Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 879
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Office, Loft, Foyer, Recreation Room, Screened Porch, Walk In Closet, Den
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Storm Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 3859
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4189
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4738
  • Main Sq Ft: 1975
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1884
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Wooded
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 137 X 179 X 80 X 203
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick, Stucco
  • Roof Type: Asphalt, Tile
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 330.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3152
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 549
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2026-02-09T21:35:03
  • Photos Count: 36
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 19X17
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X18
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 15X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 26X16
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 6X5
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 15X9
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 15X13
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Dimensions: 15X9
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 12X10
Recreation Rm Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Rm
  • Dimensions: 22X14
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 10X9
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Dimensions: 14X12

Property History for 1163 Romona Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12562594

$1,995,000—
Feb 2, 2018

Sold

MRED #09799956

$735,000—
Feb 2, 2018

Cancelled

MRED #09800039

$849,000—
Jan 5, 2018

Pending

MRED #09799956

—
Jan 3, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09800039

$899,000—
Jan 3, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09799956

$899,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12562594

$1,995,000
02/02/2018

Sold

MRED #09799956

$735,000
02/02/2018

Cancelled

MRED #09800039

$849,000
01/05/2018

Pending

MRED #09799956

—
01/03/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09800039

$899,000
01/03/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09799956

$899,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1163 Romona Road

Taxable ValueLand$41,730Additions$67,106Total$108,836
Tax Record2023$23,944 ($1,995 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,865 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyCOOKAPN05-29-306-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1163 Romona Road

This home is within New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Harper Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Highcrest Middle School
Public - 5 to 6
Wilmette Junior High School
Public - 7 to 8
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
Harper Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Highcrest Middle School
Public5 to 6

Wilmette Junior High School
Public7 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1163 Romona Road, Wilmette, IL 60091

1163 Romona Road is a single family home for sale in Wilmette, IL 60091. This property was listed for sale on February 9, 2026 by Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore, it's currently listed at $1,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on February 2, 2018. This listing's school district is New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District. Nearby schools include Harper Elementary School, Highcrest Middle School and Wilmette Junior High School. 1163 Romona Road is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 3,859 sqft single family home built in 1940.

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