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140 Melrose Avenue, Kenilworth, IL 60043
$3,200,000
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Property Description
Set on an oversized East Kenilworth lot, this 6-bedroom 6.3 bath home has been completely renovated for today's busy lifestyle. Gracious entry foyer opens to the sun-filled spaces including stylish dining room with French doors and expansive living room with two seating areas, custom wet bar, and grand fireplace. The family room with impressive built-in cabinetry and fireplace opens to the four-season sunroom overlooking the professionally landscaped, fenced in yard. The classic white kitchen with oversized island, eating area, high end appliances (Wolf, Sub-Zero), two dishwashers and designer cabinetry finish out this remarkable space. In addition to this incredible kitchen there is a chef's/caterer's kitchen with another oven, pantry, additional refrigerator, and floor to ceiling cabinets. Off the 2-car attached garage is a generous mudroom with cubbies, laundry, size-able office, 2nd powder room -- all newly remodeled and decorated. The second wing of the first floor includes a handsome office with fireplace and study space overlooking the private yard. The luxe primary suite includes a stunning bathroom with soaking tub and dual showers along with a walk-in closet. The second floor includes a generous laundry room and 4 additional bedrooms all with new en suite bathrooms. The dramatic lower level includes exceptional space with a wet bar, wine room, exercise room, rec room, half bath along with a bedroom suite with sitting room and full bathroom. A sport court, charming garden house with shower, pergola, spa, and outdoor kitchen finish out this yard. This first class, comprehensive and meticulous renovation makes this exceptional home unparalleled. Set on quiet Melrose Avenue, this location can't be beat -- walk to the award-winning schools (Joseph Sears JK-8 and New Trier), the beach, dining, and shopping.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 140 Melrose Ave
General
- Sold For: $3,200,000
- Taxes: $54,737 (2020)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 11346022
- Added: 43 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry, Second Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Den/Library
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 9
- Full Bathrooms: 6
- Half Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Steam Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower, Double Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Number of Cars: 2
- Parking Type: Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- Area: Kenilworth
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Sheridan Road west on Melrose to 140.
School Information
- School District: 38
- Midd School District: 38
- Elementary School: The Joseph Sears School
- Middle School: The Joseph Sears School
- High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- Private School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 8,152
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1973
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2015
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Greenhouse
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4543
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 126 x 157
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1973
- Tax Amount: $54,737.11
- Tax Year: 2020
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 5271000450000
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Sold by Baird & Warner
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Schools
Schools serving 140 Melrose Ave
School Districts:Kenilworth School District 38, New Trier Township High School District 203
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
---|---|---|---|
542 Abbotsford Rd, Kenilworth, IL 60043 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi | |
385 Winnetka Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 0.4 mi | |
New Trier Township High School Northfield Campus
7 Happ Rd, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9-9 | 2.7 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 140 Melrose Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/07/2022
Sold
$3,200,000
-8.44%
MLS
6/29/2022
Listed
$3,495,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
140 Melrose Avenue, Kenilworth, IL 60043 (MLS# 11346022) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,200,000 on July 07, 2022. Want to learn more about 140 Melrose Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Kenilworth? You can browse all Kenilworth real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.