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Property Description
Charming 2-Bed/1.5-Bth bungalow in Berwyn! This home has been tastefully updated and is ready for new owners. The bright and spacious living room features large windows that let in plenty of natural light and has hardwood floors that flow throughout most of the home. Heading back, you'll find the separate dining room, perfect for hosting holiday gatherings or entertaining! The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space and all SS appliances. Off of the kitchen, you'll find a sunroom perfect for a playroom, home office, or additional living space. You'll find 2 comfortable bedrooms and an updated full bath on the first floor as well. Downstairs, the unfinished basement provides endless opportunities, whether it be to finish it for additional living space or to use it as storage. There is also a large storage area right off the staircase in the basement. Outside, enjoy your oversized fenced-in yard with a gorgeous mature tree as it's focal point, a large patio and a detached 2.5 car garage with alley access. Close to parks, public transit, groceries, restaurants and more. Schedule your tour today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1536 Kenilworth Ave
General
- Price: $279,900
- Taxes: $5,439 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12542598
- Updated: 1/13/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Berwyn
- County: Cook
- Township: Berwyn
- Driving Directions: IL-43 S/Harlem Ave. Continue on IL-43 S/Harlem Ave to Kenilworth Ave. The home is located at 1536 Kenilworth.
School Information
- School District: 98
- Elem School District: 98
- Midd School District: 98
- High School District: 201
- Elementary School: Jefferson Elementary School
- Middle School: Jefferson Elementary School
- High School: J Sterling Morton West High Scho
- Private School: J Sterling Morton West High Scho
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow, Ranch
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Ranch
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,200
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1923
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 27 x 136
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1923
- Tax Amount: $5,439.34
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16191290360000
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Schools
Schools serving 1536 Kenilworth Ave
School Districts:Berwyn North School District 98, J. Sterling Morton High School District 201
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Jefferson Elementary School, Berwyn, IL 7035 16th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Lincoln Middle School, Berwyn, IL 6432 16th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
J Sterling Morton West High School 2400 Home Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1536 Kenilworth Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/07/2026
Listed
$279,900
40.65%
MLS
3/03/2023
Sold
$199,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1536 Kenilworth Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,288
312%
$19,999
59%
2022
$1,526
8%
$12,606
—
2021
$1,415
10%
$12,606
—
2020
$1,284
-18%
$12,606
-5%
2019
$1,575
4%
$13,325
—
2018
$1,515
5%
$13,325
—
2017
$1,443
-44%
$13,325
22%
2016
$2,585
-3%
$10,917
—
2015
$2,665
1%
$10,917
—
2014
$2,628
-2%
$10,917
-9%
2013
$2,692
3%
$12,013
—
2012
$2,609
—
$12,013
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1536 Kenilworth Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402 (MLS# 12542598) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1536 Kenilworth Avenue is currently listed for $279,900 and was received on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 1536 Kenilworth Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Berwyn? You can browse all Berwyn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

