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$1,225,000

3744 Lake Ave

Wilmette, IL
Active
5
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
0.21
Lot Size (acres)
1954
Year Built
89
Days On Market

Set far back from the street, this beautiful setting has been their family home for 24 years. With the convenient turnaround driveway and lights to the east and west regulating traffic, it's very easy to enter and exit the property. Sweeping views of the 10th Fairway consume the space in this rare golf-course retreat, offering luxury, privacy and tranquility you wouldn't expect on Lake Avenue! Walls of windows flood the open floor plan with natural light, seamlessly connecting the indoors to the expansive golf course views. The fully renovated kitchen (July 2026) is a showstopper, featuring quartz countertops, a wine fridge, stainless steel appliances, and a large island designed for gathering. Custom details like leaded glass French doors and cove ceiling lighting are abundant throughout. This home offers 5 bedrooms: two flexible main-floor bedrooms (perfect for offices or multigenerational living) and three upstairs, including a primary suite with beautiful custom private bath and stunning, unobstructed fairway views. The finished basement has a huge recreation room, a second laundry, and loads of built-in storage organization. Outside, the large brick paver patio, fire pit, and fenced yard provide an effortless setting for entertaining or just relaxing. There's plenty of parking with the driveway turnaround and attached 2-car garage. Unbeatable convenience and walkability- one block from the Forest Preserve's walking and biking trails and walk to Avoca West Elementary. It's quiet, private, and set far back from the street where it becomes your oasis. This is a hidden treasure that you can't miss!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
1 days ago
Listed By
Pam Laukkanen · Baird & Warner, 8474911855
MLS#
12722772
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
3744 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
City
Wilmette
County
Cook
Zip Code
60091

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4.5
Year Built
1954
Construction Materials
Frame, Brick
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Garage

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Disposal, Cooktop, Humidifier, Freezer, Double Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Exterior Features
Fire Pit
Patio and Porch
Patio
Community Features
Street Lights
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Property Features

Lot Size
0.21 Acres
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available

Square Footage

Total
3,582 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,225,000
Annual Taxes
$12,297

Schools

62/100
Avoca West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Glenview
Students
385
Parent reviews
3.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
51% White · 24% Asian · 15% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(847) 724-6800
59/100
Marie Murphy School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Wilmette
Students
287
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
54% White · 25% Asian · 11% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(847) 251-3617
100/100
Crow Island Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04 · 1.8 mi
City
Winnetka
Students
390
Student body
92% White · 5% Two or More Races · 3% Asian
Phone
(847) 446-0353
99/100
Carleton W Washburne School
Middle · Grades 07–08 · 2 mi
City
Winnetka
Students
437
Student body
92% White · 3% Two or More Races · 3% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
1%
Phone
(847) 446-5892
78/100
Niles North High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.6 mi
City
Skokie
Students
2,059
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
39% White · 37% Asian · 13% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
32%
Phone
(847) 626-2011
75/100
Lyon Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–02 · 1.5 mi
City
Glenview
Students
470
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
81% White · 8% Asian · 6% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(847) 998-5045
70/100
Middlefork Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–03 · 1.7 mi
City
Northfield
Students
241
Student–teacher
10.4
Student body
81% White · 8% Asian · 6% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(847) 881-9505
57/100
Romona Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 1.2 mi
City
Wilmette
Students
532
Student body
61% White · 19% Asian · 11% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(847) 512-6400

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/05/2026Listed for sale$1,250,000

Listed by Pam Laukkanen · Baird & Warner · 8474911855

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 1, 2026 at 5:07 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12722772

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