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Property Description
Fall in love with this expansive 5-bedroom, 5.1-bath home, perfectly situated on an extra-deep 57x187 property on lovely tree lined Birchwood Avenue. Enter into a spacious and beautiful foyer that sets the tone for the warm and inviting interior. The formal dining room (currently being used as living room) is beautifully enhanced with elegant wallpaper and wainscoting, while the generous living room (currently being used as dining room) offers beautiful space for family and entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace. The open kitchen features a center island, walk-in pantry, and professionally painted cabinetry with updated hardware, and seamlessly flows into the expansive family room with loads of natural light and access to the outdoor patio. Completing the first floor is a renovated powder room and and large awesome mudroom with direct access to an oversized attached garage - perfect for everyday living! On the second level, enjoy the RARE and desirable convenience of 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms! The sun-filled primary suite offers a large walk-in closet, two additional closets, and an ensuite bathroom with a jacuzzi tub and step-in shower. There are 2 additional bedrooms which include ensuite baths, while the 5th bedroom is ideal for additional family space, a home office, or anything you wish with access to a full hall bathroom. The finished lower level offers fantastic recreational space, perfect for a media room or second family room, plus a one-of-a-kind play area featuring a professionally built "Ninja" gym with a foam pit, climbing wall, and swings. You will also find an optional 6th bedroom or office, full bath, and a laundry room with excellent storage. Outside, enjoy the paver patio and large, private backyard-ideal for play and entertaining. This special home has been beautifully updated, including beautiful new light fixtures, professional window treatments throughout and more. You will love living near parks, schools, the vibrant downtown Wilmette, Beach and more! Love where you live!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2236 Birchwood Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,550,000
- Taxes: $22,465 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12394355
- Added to Site: 215 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Basement
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler, Backup Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Wilmette
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Lake Ave to Hunter, South on Hunter to Birchwood, East on Birchwood, 2236 Birchwood Ave will be on your left.
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, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1940
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 57 x 187
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1940
- Tax Amount: $22,465
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5331030140000
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Schools
Schools serving 2236 Birchwood Ave
School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Highcrest Middle School 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 5-6 | 0.2 mi |
Harper Elementary School 1101 Dartmouth Street, Wilmette, IL 60091 | K-4 | 0.5 mi |
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 1.9 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 1.4 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 2236 Birchwood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/01/2025
Sold
$1,550,000
3.68%
MLS
6/16/2025
Listed
$1,495,000
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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.
2236 Birchwood Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12394355) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,550,000 on August 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 2236 Birchwood 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.

