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Wilmette
North Shore access. New Trier education. Community complete.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD STORY

Wilmette is the North Shore's most accessible entry point — the southernmost community on the corridor, sharing borders with Evanston and positioning residents for maximum community resource while maintaining a distinct, stable identity. The Baha'i House of Worship — a stunning architectural landmark and National Historic Landmark — anchors the community's visual identity. New Trier High School serves Wilmette students alongside Kenilworth, Winnetka, and Glencoe residents. For buyers who want the North Shore life at the most competitive entry price, Wilmette is the answer the market consistently returns.

WHY RESIDENTS LOVE IT

•   New Trier Township HighSchool — one of America's most academically distinguished public high schools.

•   Baha'i House of Worship— a stunning architectural landmark open to all visitors, a genuineneighborhood treasure.

•   Lake Michigan beachaccess — Wilmette's lakefront parks and beaches are among the North Shore'smost beloved.

•   Metra Union PacificNorth Line — direct downtown service in approximately 35 minutes.

•   Community completeness —Wilmette's schools, parks, library, and civic infrastructure form a remarkablycomplete community package.

•   North Shore entrypricing — Wilmette offers the full North Shore experience at pricesmeaningfully more accessible than neighboring communities.

HOMES & ARCHITECTURE

Wilmette's housing stock is the North Shore standard expressed at a range of price points that makes the community accessible to a broader range of buyers. Colonial and Georgian estates in the lakefront neighborhoods represent the premium market. Craftsman and Arts & Crafts homes in the historic neighborhoods near the village center are architecturally significant. Mid-century ranches and split-levels offer entry-level access to the community's school district and amenities.

PROPERTY TYPES AT A GLANCE

Property Type Description
Colonial & Georgian Lakefront Estates Premium market — formal architecture with lake proximity and full amenity packages.
Craftsman & Arts & Crafts Homes Architecturally distinguished historic homes in the neighborhoods near the village center.
Mid-Century Ranches & Split-Levels Entry-level access to Wilmette's school district and community at competitive prices.
New Construction & Teardown Rebuilds Contemporary construction on established lots responding to sustained demand.

POCKETS & DISTRICTS

Pocket / District Character & Vibe
East Wilmette/Lakefront Most prestigious, lake access, highest values, most competitive market
Central Wilmette Most walkable, transit-adjacent, broad housing diversity and price range
West Wilmette Most accessible pricing within the community — full school district access

HOW TO MOVE AROUND

Metra UP North Line serves Wilmette and Central Street stations. Purple Line CTA at Linden terminal (the terminus of the Purple Line). US Route 41 and I-94 provide road access. Local Tip: The Linden Purple Line terminal is unique on the North Shore — it connects Wilmette to the entire CTA network, giving residents a transit option beyond Metra that is genuinely unusual in the suburbs.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

Fine Dining

•   Convito Cafe &Market — Italian market and cafeserving Wilmette's appetite for quality daily dining

Casual & Neighborhood Favorites

•   Walker Bros. OriginalPancake House — The North Shore'sbeloved breakfast institution has a Wilmette outpost

•   Stained Glass WineBar & Bistro — Evanston-adjacentwine bar that draws the Wilmette crowd

Late Night

•   Evanston dining andbar scene (adjacent) — NeighboringEvanston's vibrant restaurant scene supplements Wilmette's more modest eveningoptions

GREEN SPACE & OUTDOORS

•   Gillson Park — Wilmette's expansive lakefront park with beachaccess, boat launch, and picnic facilities

•   Centennial Park — Community park with active programming andrecreational facilities

•   Baha'i House ofWorship Grounds — The strikingarchitectural landmark is set in beautifully maintained formal gardens open tothe public

Wilmette Signature Listings

For Sele

$2,500,000

654 Ocean Dr, Miami, FL 33101

4 BA
5 BD
MLS# 345678
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Active Under Contract

$950,000

321 Trendy Blvd, Chicago, IL 60601

1 BA
1 BD
MLS# 210987
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Active Under Contract

$450,000

789 Rustic Rd, Austin, TX 73301

1 BA
2 BD
MLS# 789012
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Active Under Contract

$850,000

456 Elegant Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001

3 BA
4 BD
MLS# 654321
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For Sale

$1,200,000

123 Luxury St, New York, NY 10001

2 BA
3 BD
MLS# 123456
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Lifestyle & Points of Interest

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Parks
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Schools
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Dog Parks
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Hospitals
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Transit
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EDUCATION LANDSCAPE

School Type Grades Notes
Wilmette Elementary Districts 39 & 37 Public K-8 Well-regarded elementary districts feeding into New Trier
New Trier Township High School Public 9-12 Consistently ranked among America's top public high schools
Private Catholic Private Catholic 9-12 Well-regarded Catholic prep school option
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WHO LIVES HERE

Population Median Age Avg. Household Income
27,100 43 $168,000
Population Density Gender Split Education
Medium 47% Male / 53% Female 74% Bachelor's or higher
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WALKABILITY & ACCESS SCORES

56
Walk
Walk Score
58
Bike
Bike Score
44
Transit
Transit Score

THE LUXESQUIRE INSIDER TAKE

Wilmette is the North Shore's best value argument — and it is not even close. New Trier education, lakefront beaches, Baha'i House of Worship as a literal landmark in your community, and Purple Line CTA access that no other shore suburb can offer. The buyers who understand the North Shore hierarchy know that Wilmette's entry pricing is relative — in any other metropolitan area, this community would be its own category of prestige.

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