42 Kenilworth Avenue

Kenilworth, IL 60043

$3,500,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
7
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,520 Sq. Ft.
$634 / Sq. Ft.
5,520
Sq. Ft.
$634
per Sq. Ft.

Description

New England Colonial with lake views ~ Magnificent restoration of one-of-a-kind North Shore home with breathtaking curb appeal set on a spacious, sun-filled, professionally landscaped lot next to Lake Michigan and Kenilworth Beach. Superb floor plan features magical lake views from most rooms in this fully restored home by the lake! This impeccably detailed home features a gracious entry with magnificent paneled staircase, formal living room with wood burning fireplace and a beautiful bay of windows...New England Colonial with lake views ~ Magnificent restoration of one-of-a-kind North Shore home with breathtaking curb appeal set on a spacious, sun-filled, professionally landscaped lot next to Lake Michigan and Kenilworth Beach. Superb floor plan features magical lake views from most rooms in this fully restored home by the lake! This impeccably detailed home features a gracious entry with magnificent paneled staircase, formal living room with wood burning fireplace and a beautiful bay of windows overlooking Lake Michigan, spacious dining room with quarter sawn oak floors and lake views, wonderful mahogany paneled library with peaceful lake views, and stunning lake views from the bright sunroom with French doors leading to the deck and rear yard. Spectacular lake views from the warm and inviting kitchen, breakfast area, butler's pantry and family room with stacked Vermont slate wood-burning fireplace make this thoughtfully designed living space the center of the home. Upstairs, start each day with exceptional lake views from the primary suite with wood-burning fireplace featuring marble surround and hearth, an adjacent sitting room with spectacular lake views, large dressing room and exquisite spa bath. There are three additional bedrooms on the second floor, each with its own uniquely finished bath and some of the best lake and beach views. The third-floor features two more bedrooms and baths with amazing lake views as well as a cool game room/hangout space. The rooftop widow's walk can be accessed from this level, offering panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Stunning architectural detailing, abundant sunlight, five fireplaces and high-end finishes throughout. Lower level includes the "log cabin" gaming/video room, spacious recreation room, exercise room, a spa room with a sauna & hot tub and wine cellar. Enjoy the outdoors in the privacy of the back yard on the rear deck or on one of the two bluestone terraces - one with outdoor fireplace. Enhanced by exquisite details inside and out, a charming coach house with full bath, sits above the two-car garage, and offers the perfect home office or guest suite. Idyllic lifestyle location just steps to Kenilworth Beach and a few blocks to Sears School, New Trier, the Metra and all that Kenilworth has to offer!

Listing Agents

  1. April Callahan

    April Callahan

    Listing Agent

    Compass

  2. Coco Harris

    Coco Harris

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    coco.harris@compass.com

    P: (847)-372-3324

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Property Details for 42 Kenilworth Avenue

Area
Kenilworth
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
6
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Hot Water/Steam, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
LISTING UPDATED: 06/12/2023 01:51 PM

Property Details for 42 Kenilworth Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11715159
Days on Market2
Taxes$30,473 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1903
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,375 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 42 Kenilworth Avenue

Stories-Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,375 SF

Property Information for 42 Kenilworth Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 38
  • Elementary School: The Joseph Sears School
  • Jr High Middle School: The Joseph Sears School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 38
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Sauna/Steam Room, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Second Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room, Some Insulated Wndws
  • Num Of Rooms: 18
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Space Pac
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 2095
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement,Den/Library,Exterior
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Library, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Heated Sun Room, Bonus Room, Game Room, Exercise Room, Loft
  • Num of Baths: 7.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Roof Deck, Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2002
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 5520
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 7615
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 7615
  • Main Sq Ft: 2060
  • Upper Sq Ft: 3460
  • Lot Description: Water View
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 165
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Garage(s)
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Slate
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2095.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3698
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 71
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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: 18X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 20X12
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 29X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X18
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X18
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Deck Dimensions: 19X11
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X11
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X12
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 24X11
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X12
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X7
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X10

Property History for 42 Kenilworth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 42 Kenilworth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$34,650Additions$118,121Total$152,771
Tax Record2022$35,291 ($2,941 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,698 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,698 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,375 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903CountyCOOKAPN05-27-105-003

Schools near 42 Kenilworth Avenue

This home is within Kenilworth School District No. 38.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9
Public - 10 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
The Joseph Sears School
PublicPK to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

New Trier Township H S Winnetka
Public10 to 12

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