Picture-perfect Kenilworth Gardens Colonial with timeless curb appeal-crisp white siding, navy shutters, and a coastal blue front door evoking the charm of a Hamptons-inspired home. A beautiful bluestone walkway leads to the welcoming front entrance, setting the tone for this classic yet refreshed home. Inside, the home feels bright, white, and beautifully refreshed, anchored by a charming living room with bay window and fireplace that creates a warm and inviting gathering space. The 2019 kitchen renovation blends classic style with modern function and features a Wolf range, white farmhouse sink, brushed gold hardware, and island seating. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area and opens to a cozy family room with vertical shiplap walls, overlooking the backyard and two-car garage. The second floor offers a primary bedroom, a spacious hall bath with double sinks, and two additional bedrooms, all filled with natural light and classic character. The finished lower level provides flexible living space with a rec room, office area, and laundry. Outside, enjoy a manicured fenced backyard with brick patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining plus a 2 car garage. Recent improvements include all new Marvin windows, updated doors and hardware, a high-efficiency Bosch heat pump HVAC system with Unico air handler (2022), and a fully restored chimney system with new liner, flue resurfacing, and top damper (2021)-significant upgrades already completed for the next owner. Convenient walk-up attic allows for storage. All of this in a prime Kenilworth Gardens location close to schools, parks, the Metra train, and downtown Wilmette shops and restaurants. Showings will be 4/11 and 4/12 make showing in showingtime. Possession will be given June 15th.
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$1,300,000
1917 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
3beds
2,642sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
6,400 Square Feet Lot
$1,320,700 Zestimate®
$492/sqft
$4,882 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,320,700
$1.20M - $1.45M
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Island seatingWhite farmhouse sinkBeautiful bluestone walkwayAll new marvin windowsWelcoming front entranceTimeless curb appealCrisp white siding
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Listed by:
Bonnie Tripton 773-896-5628,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Julie Cassin
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12604734
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Recreation Room, Attic, Utility Room-Lower Level, Foyer, Other Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X3
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 351 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X13
Office
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X4
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X11
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X5
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,642
- Total interior livable area: 2,642 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 6,400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 128
Details
- Parcel number: 05283080210000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $492/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $820,000
- Annual tax amount: $19,311
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Sold | $1,300,000+30.7%$492/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Pending sale | $995,000$377/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Contingent | $995,000$377/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000+18.5%$377/sqft |
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| 8/16/2021 | Sold | $840,000+5.1%$318/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11147461 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2021 | Contingent | $799,000$302/sqft |
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| 7/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $799,000+25.8%$302/sqft |
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| 4/18/2019 | Sold | $635,000$240/sqft |
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| 1/22/2019 | Pending sale | $635,000$240/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Winnetka #10171425 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $635,000+5%$240/sqft |
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| 8/10/2015 | Sold | $605,000+4.3%$229/sqft |
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| 7/1/2015 | Pending sale | $580,000$220/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group #08964426 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2015 | Listed for sale | $580,000+5.5%$220/sqft |
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| 10/14/2011 | Listing removed | $549,900$208/sqft |
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| 5/25/2011 | Price change | $549,900-4.4%$208/sqft |
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| 5/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $575,000-14.2%$218/sqft |
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| 7/22/2005 | Sold | $670,000+75.9%$254/sqft |
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| 7/15/1998 | Sold | $381,000$144/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,312 +3.8% | $82,000 |
| 2023 | $18,607 +5.7% | $82,000 |
| 2022 | $17,612 +15% | $82,000 +39.1% |
| 2021 | $15,315 +1.7% | $58,951 |
| 2020 | $15,065 +7.6% | $58,951 -9% |
| 2019 | $13,996 +3.1% | $64,782 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $13,576 +2.7% | $60,500 |
| 2017 | $13,214 +0.6% | $60,500 -3.9% |
| 2016 | $13,137 +14.4% | $62,937 +28.8% |
| 2015 | $11,479 +1.5% | $48,861 |
| 2014 | $11,309 +4.8% | $48,861 |
| 2013 | $10,786 -9.4% | $48,861 -14.9% |
| 2012 | $11,905 +4.2% | $57,409 |
| 2011 | $11,424 +2.5% | $57,409 |
| 2010 | $11,146 +6.7% | $57,409 -9.9% |
| 2009 | $10,444 +3.7% | $63,738 -5% |
| 2008 | $10,075 +2.2% | $67,093 |
| 2007 | $9,859 -5.5% | $67,093 +9% |
| 2006 | $10,436 +2.7% | $61,574 |
| 2005 | $10,164 +12.6% | $61,574 |
| 2004 | $9,025 +4% | $61,574 +26% |
| 2003 | $8,679 0% | $48,887 |
| 2002 | $8,680 +37% | $48,887 |
| 2001 | $6,336 -1.7% | $48,887 +41.6% |
| 2000 | $6,446 +9.9% | $34,517 |
| 1999 | $5,867 | $34,517 |
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Neighborhood: 60091
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Harper Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harper Elementary School
- Middle: Wilmette Junior High School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 39
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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