226 Essex Road, Kenilworth, Illinois 60043


$1,965,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 5,367
Cost/Sqft: $372
Beds: 4
Baths: 5
Year Built: 1927
Property Taxes: $37,723
Days On Market: 1296
Lot Size: 0,44
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Description

One of the most unique and spectacular homes in prime East Kenilworth and on the North Shore! Spanish Colonial Revival enthusiasts - this is what you have been waiting for. This home hasn't been on the market in over 5 decades! The MOST AMAZING FEATURE of the home is an oversized southern facing garden with beautiful perennials and sculpted boxwoods that have been meticulously cared for by The Chalet. The perfect place to enjoy the gardens, morning coffee or entertain in the evening is on the spacious bluestone patio surrounded by a beautiful arcade (noted feature of Spanish Colonial). Beautiful arched openings, roped pillars are focal points inside and in beautiful foyer with a fountain that welcome you into the home. Host gatherings in the grand living room that has beautiful rounded French doors that lead out to the garden as well. Stunning dining room that will seat many and flows into the Chef's kitchen. Large open kitchen with plenty cabinetry/storage, large island and a huge banquette that cold easily be converted into a family room off the kitchen. The second floor has a gorgeous primary suite and rare custom closets - the craftsmanship is second to none. Enjoy breezes in the primary bedroom from the Juliet balcony that overlooks the garden. 3 other nice sized family bedrooms and 3 full marbled baths are on the second floor. The lower level has a spacious finished area and cool wood bar, laundry room, half bath and storage - versatile - and can be used however you want. 2-car attached garage with incredible ceiling height and mudroom area. This home is perfectly situated in the heart of town, just a few blocks to everything, Joseph Sears School (JK-8th), New Trier High School, the beach, Metra and Plaza del Lago shopping. This is rare opportunity to live in truly a SPECIAL home! Home is being sold "As Is."

Property Specifics

Single Family
1927
No
0.44
Cook
— / Not Applicable
11382821
05271060060000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
The Joseph Sears School
38
Middle School
The Joseph Sears School
38 Not in DB
High School
New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/wi
203 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
13 Jul, 2022 Sold $1,965,000 MRED MLS
13 May, 2022 Under contract $1,995,000 MRED MLS
11 May, 2022 Listed for sale $1,995,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 5
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: Finished

Other Specifics

2
177X281X216
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2022 $37,723

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