Stylish and full of character, this vintage frame bungalow offers all the charm you love with the updates you need. Step into a bright and sunny front room that flows into a dedicated dining space, featuring a charming arched entry that leads to the adorable kitchen. Here, you'll find iconic mint green steel cabinets paired with updated appliances-perfectly blending retro appeal with modern convenience. The main level includes two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, along with a sunroom wrapped in pristine knotty pine paneling-ideal for relaxing or entertaining. In 2024, the exterior received a major upgrade with new Alside insulated composite cladding siding. The fully updated basement (2023) features a second bathroom with a stylish mix of reclaimed vintage fixtures and modern tiling, as well as new gas piping, copper water lines, and a replaced electric panel. A modified overhead sanitary system was also added in 2023 for enhanced functionality. Additional improvements include a new garage roof in 2018 and a new house roof in 2019, ensuring peace of mind for years to come. Don't miss your chance to own this super cute, move-in ready home that's bursting with vintage charm and modern updates.
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$295,000
1538 Kenilworth Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
2beds
968sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
3,672 Square Feet Lot
$311,400 Zestimate®
$305/sqft
$3,792 Estimated rent
Home value
$311,400
$280,000 - $349,000
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Retro appealCharming arched entryModern convenienceFully updated basementNew garage roofComfortable bedroomsCopper water lines
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Listed by:
Kate Sanderson 708-524-1100,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Andy Salemi
Regal Realtors
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12337559
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Full,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 968 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,672 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 136 X 27
Details
- Parcel number: 16191290370000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clad Trim
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Berwyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $305/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $230,010
- Annual tax amount: $6,188
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2025 | Sold | $295,000+11.3%$305/sqft |
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| 6/4/2025 | Contingent | $265,000$274/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $265,000+89.3%$274/sqft |
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| 7/12/2018 | Sold | $140,000+0.1%$145/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09878981 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2018 | Pending sale | $139,900$145/sqft |
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| 5/22/2018 | Price change | $139,900-3.5%$145/sqft |
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| 4/18/2018 | Price change | $144,900-3.3%$150/sqft |
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| 3/9/2018 | Price change | $149,900-4.3%$155/sqft |
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| 2/21/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 6/13/2017 | Listing removed | $156,703+144.8%$162/sqft |
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| 4/14/2017 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 11/30/1993 | Sold | $64,000$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $23,001 +0% |
| 2023 | $6,189 +72% | $22,999 +85.5% |
| 2022 | $3,597 +4% | $12,396 |
| 2021 | $3,460 -24.9% | $12,396 |
| 2020 | $4,608 -18.3% | $12,396 -9.4% |
| 2019 | $5,641 +39% | $13,677 |
| 2018 | $4,058 +2.6% | $13,677 |
| 2017 | $3,956 +3% | $13,677 +18.1% |
| 2016 | $3,841 +3.3% | $11,578 |
| 2015 | $3,717 +2.3% | $11,578 |
| 2014 | $3,635 -2% | $11,578 -10.8% |
| 2013 | $3,711 +5% | $12,975 |
| 2012 | $3,534 -4.5% | $12,975 |
| 2011 | $3,702 -5.3% | $12,975 -28.2% |
| 2010 | $3,909 +8.6% | $18,059 |
| 2009 | $3,600 +9.9% | $18,059 -15% |
| 2008 | $3,275 -2.9% | $21,247 +15.9% |
| 2007 | $3,372 +9.7% | $18,331 |
| 2006 | $3,074 +7.4% | $18,331 |
| 2005 | $2,862 -0.7% | $18,331 +33.3% |
| 2004 | $2,882 -13.7% | $13,747 |
| 2003 | $3,339 +5.8% | $13,747 |
| 2002 | $3,156 +28.3% | $13,747 +31.9% |
| 2001 | $2,461 -1.4% | $10,423 |
| 2000 | $2,495 +12.2% | $10,423 |
| 1999 | $2,223 | $10,423 |
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Neighborhood: 60402
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Jefferson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10J Sterling Morton West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 98
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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