830 Chestnut Ave

$2,730,000
Last Sold Price
4,259 Sq. Ft.
$641 / Sq. Ft.
4,259
Sq. Ft.
$641
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Location extraordinaire! Perfectly situated on one of East Wilmette's most coveted, tree-lined cobblestone streets, just steps from Lake Michigan, Plaza Del Lago, schools, parks, and the Metra, this timeless brick Georgian offers the best of both worlds: historic character and modern luxury. Thoughtfully reimagined in a 2013 gut renovation by Morgante Wilson Architects and recently decorated by the designer/owner (2023), this classic has been completely transformed with meticulous attention to detail,...Location extraordinaire! Perfectly situated on one of East Wilmette's most coveted, tree-lined cobblestone streets, just steps from Lake Michigan, Plaza Del Lago, schools, parks, and the Metra, this timeless brick Georgian offers the best of both worlds: historic character and modern luxury. Thoughtfully reimagined in a 2013 gut renovation by Morgante Wilson Architects and recently decorated by the designer/owner (2023), this classic has been completely transformed with meticulous attention to detail, leaving nothing to do but move right in. Behind its iconic 1925 facade, approximately 5,900 square feet of beautifully finished living space awaits. The sunny gracious first floor is designed for everyday comfort and elegant entertaining, featuring a formal foyer, oversized living room, gorgeous dining room, sun-filled family room with walls of windows, and a chef's kitchen straight from the pages of a design magazine--complete with Wolf, SubZero, and Bosch appliances, leathered granite counters, custom cabinetry, and a vaulted breakfast room addition. A mudroom with custom cabinets and powder room complete the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true serene retreat with two walk-in closets and a spa oasis featuring radiant-heated floors, a soaking tub, and a wonderful shower. Two additional spacious bedrooms, a large hall bath, and abundant storage round out the second floor. The third floor tree top haven provides two more bedrooms (or office space) and another full bath--ideal for guests, teens, or work-from-home needs. The finished lower level is a dream, offering multiple recreation areas, an optional bedroom or office, full bath, and laundry, with a dug-out area boasting high ceilings and windows full of natural light. Outside, the professionally landscaped yard with bluestone patio and irrigation system offers the perfect space for play, gathering or quiet relaxation. A 2-car garage, Marvin windows, whole-house generator, 200+ AMP electrical, Buderus boiler, and smart wiring for sound and internet are just a few of the many upgrades that make this home as functional as it is beautiful. A rare opportunity in the best location the CAGE offers to enjoy timeless architecture, a perfect location, and move-in-ready luxury - 830 Chestnut truly offers the best of East Wilmette.

Listing Agent

  1. Paige Dooley

    Paige Dooley

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    paige.dooley@compass.com

    P: (847)-609-0963

Property Details for 830 Chestnut Avenue

Area
Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 10/29/2025 03:26 AM

Property Details for 830 Chestnut Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12425887
Days on Market5
Taxes$46,401 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,210 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 830 Chestnut Avenue

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,210 SF

Payment Calculator

$17,172 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,306

Property Taxes

$3,867

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 830 Chestnut Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 39
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Highcrest Middle 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: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Attic: Finished
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Game Room, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2013
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: 10210.0
  • Lot Dimensions: 61.50 X 166.25
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2025-09-11T17:12:03
  • Photos Count: 47
  • Rural: N
  • 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, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X9
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 23X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 28X15
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 12X5
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 8X5
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 9X7
Office Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 13X9
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 25X11
Recreation Rm Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Rm
  • Dimensions: 21X15
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 14X9
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Dimensions: 23X12

Property History for 830 Chestnut Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 24, 2025

Sold

MRED #12425887

$2,730,000
Oct 10, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917923862

$2,730,000

+11.2% / yr

Sep 11, 2025

Pending

MRED #12425887

Sep 11, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12425887

Sep 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12425887

$2,495,000
Sep 18, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498704930

$1,975,000

+2.5% / yr

Aug 31, 2022

Sold

MRED #11450219

$1,975,000
Jul 10, 2022

Pending

MRED #11450219

Jul 10, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11450219

Jul 5, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11450219

$1,975,000
Jun 29, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #11426797

$1,975,000
Jun 22, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426797

$1,975,000
Jun 22, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11426797

Jun 8, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426797

$1,975,000
Nov 19, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #126980613

$1,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/24/2025

Sold

MRED #12425887

$2,730,000
10/10/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917923862

$2,730,000

+11.2% / yr

09/11/2025

Pending

MRED #12425887

09/11/2025

Contingent

MRED #12425887

09/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12425887

$2,495,000
09/18/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1498704930

$1,975,000

+2.5% / yr

08/31/2022

Sold

MRED #11450219

$1,975,000
07/10/2022

Pending

MRED #11450219

07/10/2022

Contingent

MRED #11450219

07/05/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11450219

$1,975,000
06/29/2022

Cancelled

MRED #11426797

$1,975,000
06/22/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426797

$1,975,000
06/22/2022

Contingent

MRED #11426797

06/08/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426797

$1,975,000
11/19/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #126980613

$1,250,000

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

Public Records for 830 Chestnut Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$24,501Additions$183,300Total$207,801
Tax Record2023$46,401 ($3,867 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,235 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,235 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,209 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924CountyCOOKAPN05-27-400-028Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 830 Chestnut Avenue

This home is within New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
Central 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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