Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/02/2026
Listed
$1,099,000
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Property Description
Tucked away on a quiet stretch of Melrose, this beautifully maintained Kenilworth home blends timeless charm with everyday functionality. Thoughtfully laid out with 3 bedrooms + 1 basement bedroom and 3.5 bathrooms, the home offers a comfortable flow across multiple living spaces designed for both relaxing and entertaining. Sunlight pours in through oversized windows and a central skylight, highlighting the hardwood floors and warm, inviting interiors. The living room centers around a classic fireplace-an easy place to unwind or gather with guests. Just beyond, the kitchen is well-equipped with modern appliances, including a double oven, and opens seamlessly into the home's main living areas. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a quiet retreat with a spacious ensuite bath featuring a double vanity, separate shower, and a soaking tub. Additional bedrooms are generously sized and flexible for guests, family, or work-from-home needs. The lower level expands the home's versatility with a fourth bedroom, full bathroom, and additional living space-ideal for guests, a home office, or rec room. Outside, a welcoming front porch, along with a private deck and patio, create multiple areas to entertain or unwind throughout the seasons. Complete with garage parking, in-unit laundry, and efficient heating and cooling systems, this is a home that balances comfort, practicality, and location in one of the North Shore's most desirable communities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 547 Melrose Ave
General
- Price: $1,099,000
- Taxes: $14,099 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12604991
- Updated: Today (4/2/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Kenilworth
- County: Cook
- Township: New Trier
- Driving Directions: On Green Bay Rd, N of Park Ave, S of Winnetka Rd, W on Melrose to address
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: Small Duct High Velocity
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Baseboard, Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt, Metal
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1908
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2023
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1435
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1908
- Tax Amount: $14,099
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5282100090000
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Schools
Schools serving 547 Melrose 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 |
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Price & Sales History for 547 Melrose Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 547 Melrose Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$17,343
6%
$68,959
—
2022
$16,295
6%
$68,959
32%
2021
$15,372
3%
$52,063
—
2020
$14,911
-8%
$52,063
-19%
2019
$16,168
19%
$64,009
21%
2018
$13,624
3%
$52,872
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2017
$13,221
-5%
$52,872
-10%
2016
$13,846
10%
$58,753
25%
2015
$12,542
3%
$46,880
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2014
$12,214
-1%
$46,880
-6%
2013
$12,305
17%
$50,099
8%
2012
$10,524
—
$46,294
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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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547 Melrose Avenue, Kenilworth, IL 60043 (MLS# 12604991) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 547 Melrose Avenue is currently listed for $1,099,000 and was received on April 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 547 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.