1940 Chestnut Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 - Photo 1

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$1,300,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
2 Partial Baths
2,484 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Set on one of Kenilworth Gardens' most desirable streets, this charming center-entry brick Colonial offers warmth, space, and an unbeatable location. The welcoming living room features a fireplace with marble surround, while the sunny dining room overlooks the yard and deep lot with room for expansion. A first-floor office adds flexibility, and hardwood floors throughout, along with high-end curtains, bring style and continuity to the home. The DeGiulio kitchen is well appointed with a Viking oven, Bosch dishwasher, two wall ovens, and a breakfast nook. The spacious primary bedroom includes a full bath, and a cedar closet in the hallway adds a special touch. The basement, fully rehabbed in 2021, provides exceptional additional living space with a fireplace, kitchenette with wine cooler, abundant storage, and two washers and two dryers. Complete with a sprinkler system, 2-car garage, and walk-to-train convenience, this property is being sold as is.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1940 Chestnut Ave

General

Sold For: $1,300,000
Taxes: $17,174 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12602580
Added to Site: 97 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 2
Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

Area: Wilmette
County: Cook
Subdivision: Kenilworth Gardens
Driving Directions: West of Ridge, North of Lake street

School Information

School District: 39
Midd School District: 39
Elementary School: Harper Elementary School
Middle School: Wilmette Junior High 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
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
Square Feet: 2,484
Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
Year Built: 1941
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2021

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 174.75

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1941
Tax Amount: $17,174
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Property ID: 5283010310000

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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Schools

Schools serving 1940 Chestnut Ave

School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203

Name	Grades	Distance
Harper Elementary School 1101 Dartmouth Street, Wilmette, IL 60091	K-4	0.6 mi
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091	7-8	1.1 mi
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093	9-	2.1 mi
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093	10-12	0.7 mi

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Price & Sales History for 1940 Chestnut Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/19/2026

Sold

$1,300,000

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MLS

3/30/2026

Listed

$1,300,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Active
Updated 1 hour ago

5
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4
Total Baths
4,131
Sq. Ft.

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Updated 14 hours ago

3
Beds
2
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1,350
Sq. Ft.

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Updated 3 hours ago

3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2,072
Sq. Ft.

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Active
Updated 3 days ago

4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2,804
Sq. Ft.

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Co-op
Active
Updated 7 hours ago

3
Beds
2
Total Baths

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Price Reduced

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Active
Updated 4 days ago

4
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3
Total Baths
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Price Reduced

-$23,500 (-4.5%)

$499,000

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Single Family
Active
Updated 5 days ago

4
Beds
2
Total Baths

Listed by Esther Kapetansky (847) 778-5345

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Price Reduced

-$9,000 (-1.86%)

$475,000

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Townhouse
Active
Updated 4 days ago

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,500
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$1,450,000

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Single Family
Closed

4
Beds
4
Total Baths
2,682
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$1,220,000

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Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths

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Sold

$1,300,000

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Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2,642
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$1,425,000

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Single Family
Closed

4
Beds
4
Total Baths
2,724
Sq. Ft.

1940 Chestnut Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12602580) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,300,000 on May 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 1940 Chestnut Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wilmette? You can browse all Wilmette real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

1940 Chestnut Ave Wilmette, IL 60091