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Property Description
Rarely available, this spacious All-American home sits on an oversized, private lot in desirable Kenilworth. Built in 1994 and deceptively large, this thoughtfully designed residence offers the generous room sizes, functional floor plan, and indoor-outdoor living today's buyers are seeking. A welcoming foyer introduces the gracious main level, featuring an expansive living room, formal dining room, and private office with French doors...ideal for working from home. At the heart of the home is a spacious kitchen with a center island, plenty of storage, and a separate dining area, seamlessly opening to the inviting family room with handsome fireplace. French doors lead to the beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard, providing an extraordinary amount of outdoor space for entertaining, recreation, and play. A coveted attached two-car garage, mudroom area and powder room complete the main level. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms: includeing a spacious primary suite featuring double vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower, and excellent closet space. The expansive lower level adds even more versatility with a large recreation room, bar area, fifth bedroom, and full bath...perfect for guest or extended family living. The location is simply unmatched. Just steps from award-winning Joseph Sears School via the convenient pedestrian tunnel, and minutes from New Trier High School, Lake Michigan beaches, the Metra, and the newly revitalized Plaza del Lago shopping and dining district. A rare combination of space, lot size, location, and lifestyle. Move in before the school year begins and enjoy everything Kenilworth has to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 542 Wayland Ave
General
- Price: $1,595,000
- Taxes: $29,270 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12676852
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Kenilworth
- County: Cook
- Township: New Trier
- Driving Directions: NW on Greenbay, W on Wayland to property
School Information
- School District: 38
- Elem School District: 38
- Midd School District: 38
- High School District: 203
- 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
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 4,035
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1994
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 149 x 135 x 125 x 55
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1994
- Tax Amount: $29,270.68
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5282100050000
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Schools
Schools serving 542 Wayland Ave
School Districts:Kenilworth School District 38, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Joseph Sears School 542 Abbotsford Road, Kenilworth, IL 60043 | PK-8 | 0.2 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 2.3 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 542 Wayland Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$28,591
—
$145,000
24%
2023
$28,591
7%
$116,999
—
2022
$26,838
-15%
$116,999
6%
2021
$31,562
3%
$110,226
—
2020
$30,680
3%
$110,226
-9%
2019
$29,729
4%
$121,128
6%
2018
$28,528
3%
$114,150
—
2017
$27,699
5%
$114,150
—
2016
$26,313
2%
$114,150
15%
2015
$25,860
3%
$99,282
—
2014
$25,198
6%
$99,282
—
2013
$23,738
-4%
$99,282
-11%
2012
$24,693
—
$111,112
—
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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542 Wayland Avenue, Kenilworth, IL 60043 (MLS# 12676852) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 542 Wayland Avenue is currently listed for $1,595,000 and was received on July 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 542 Wayland 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.
