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$2,500,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2 Car Garage
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Welcome to this pristine five-bedroom, four and two half bathroom home in sought after Kenilworth location. Whole home completely renovated and upgraded with gourmet kitchen and eating area, spacious bedrooms, four levels of living and attached two car garage with EV charger. Charm abounds as you step onto the bluestone front patio and enter the home through the decorative door. Hardwood floors throughout the residence lead you into the bright spacious foyer with private home office and dining room with open floor plan. The chef's gourmet kitchen boasts a huge island with additional table style seating and separate breakfast nook. The living room has a large entertaining area has a sun-filled area that can be utilized for a second office area. Entertain in style in the formal dining room with a door that leads to the backyard bluestone entertaining area with firepit, seating and a built-in gill area in a privately landscaped backyard. The second floor boasts four generous size bedrooms, two have access to private outdoor balconies. The large primary suite with walk-in closet, has a spa retreat bathroom with separate sinks, luxurious soaking tub, designer shower and cabinetry. The third floor has ensuite bedroom number five and an amazing loft area with flex space for a recreation area, artist studio, or however you would like to utilize the vaulted ceiling area. The lower level has kitchen number two, spacious recreation area or playroom, work out room, wine cellar and storage galore. Update list of home upgrades is available upon request.

Full Property Details for 542 Kenilworth Ave

General

  • Sold For: $2,500,000
  • Taxes: $36,025 (2023)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12391008
  • Added to Site: 215 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Basement, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Baths: Yes
  • Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Cable TV, Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler
  • Other Features: Commuter Train

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Other

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

  • Area: Kenilworth
  • County: Cook
  • Driving Directions: Green Bay/Ridge Road to Kenilworth Avenue to 542 Kenilworth Avenue

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, Forced Air, Radiant Floor

Utilities

  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Construction: Stone, Slate
  • Exterior Const.: Stone, Slate
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Slate
  • Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Manufactured Home

  • Model: COLONIAL

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 80 x 165 x 82 x 165
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1937
  • Tax Amount: $36,025.16
  • Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 5284020020000

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Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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Schools serving 542 Kenilworth Ave

School Districts:Kenilworth School District 38, New Trier Township High School District 203
NameGradesDistance
The Joseph Sears School
542 Abbotsford Road, Kenilworth, IL 60043
PK-80.4 mi
New Trier Township H S Northfield
7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093
9-2.4 mi
New Trier Township H S Winnetka
385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
10-120.7 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 542 Kenilworth Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2025
Sold
$2,500,000
0.2%
MLS
6/18/2025
Listed
$2,495,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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