A rare Tudor style home, with rich materials and tasteful understated finishes, located in the highly desirable Kenilworth Gardens neighborhood. Open floor plan welcomes you with gleaming Brazilian Cherry floors. Gourmet kitchen with solid, custom cherry cabinetry blended with granite countertops, Lux Thermadore Range/stove with high-end stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar with custom lighting, and a breakfast area. Dining room is perfectly situated just off the kitchen. Sun-drenched living room with fireplace and lots of windows. The sun room is perfect for reading, studying, or just relaxing. First floor bedroom and beautifully appointed full bathroom. The second floor has two bedrooms and a full bathroom, laundry room, and your master suite with ensuite master bathroom, steam shower, and a large walk-in closet. The basement of this home is truly one of a kind with a large family room with custom built-in shelving/entertainment, recreation area, full bathroom, 5th bedroom, and a mechanical/storage room. Brick paved patio and beautiful private backyard is perfect for entertaining, spacious 2 car garage. Wonderful greenery all around. Make this well maintained and lovingly cared for home your own! Listing Agent is related to Seller.
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$975,000
1936 Thornwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
5beds
3,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$1,369,100 Zestimate®
$305/sqft
$7,463 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,369,100
$1.26M - $1.52M
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Tasteful understated finishesRecreation areaCustom cherry cabinetryRich materialsCustom lightingHigh-end stainless steel appliancesLots of windows
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Listed by:
James Bebawy 630-915-4400,
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Bought with:
Matthew Kozera
Real People Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11844566
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Office, Recreation Room, Heated Sun Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X24
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X8
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 667 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X23
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X122
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 05283040320000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
- Major remodel year: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $305/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $664,340
- Annual tax amount: $15,022
- Date on market: 7/28/2023
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2023 | Sold | $975,000-2.5%$305/sqft |
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| 9/4/2023 | Contingent | $999,999$312/sqft |
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| 8/13/2023 | Price change | $999,999-13%$312/sqft |
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| 8/4/2023 | Price change | $1,150,000-4.2%$359/sqft |
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| 7/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+27.8%$375/sqft |
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| 6/11/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/7/2021 | Price change | $939,000-0.5%$293/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Price change | $944,000-0.5%$295/sqft |
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| 2/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $949,000$297/sqft |
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| 2/20/2021 | Contingent | $949,000$297/sqft |
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| 2/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $949,000-0.1%$297/sqft |
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| 12/25/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/5/2020 | Price change | $949,900-2.1%$297/sqft |
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| 10/19/2020 | Price change | $969,900-2%$303/sqft |
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| 10/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $989,900+2.1%$309/sqft |
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| 7/30/2020 | Listing removed | $969,900$303/sqft |
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| 6/28/2020 | Price change | $969,900-2%$303/sqft |
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| 5/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $989,900+1%$309/sqft |
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| 5/11/2017 | Sold | $979,900-1%$306/sqft |
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| 3/15/2017 | Pending sale | $989,900$309/sqft |
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| 2/15/2017 | Listed for sale | $989,900-0.9%$309/sqft |
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| 8/26/2016 | Listing removed | $999,000$312/sqft |
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| 6/10/2016 | Price change | $999,000-4.9%$312/sqft |
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| 5/17/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000-1.9%$328/sqft |
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| 8/23/2006 | Sold | $1,070,000+127.7%$334/sqft |
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| 4/29/2003 | Sold | $470,000+13.3%$147/sqft |
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| 4/30/1997 | Sold | $415,000$130/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,646 +9.2% | $66,434 |
| 2023 | $14,323 +3.6% | $66,434 -2% |
| 2022 | $13,827 -8% | $67,800 +10.9% |
| 2021 | $15,022 -8.6% | $61,154 -9.3% |
| 2020 | $16,429 +2% | $67,392 -9% |
| 2019 | $16,112 +14.5% | $74,058 +18.3% |
| 2018 | $14,075 -7.2% | $62,597 -9.2% |
| 2017 | $15,173 +5% | $68,968 |
| 2016 | $14,448 +18.3% | $68,968 +33.1% |
| 2015 | $12,210 -0.7% | $51,807 -2% |
| 2014 | $12,292 +4.8% | $52,884 |
| 2013 | $11,725 +8.2% | $52,884 +0.8% |
| 2012 | $10,834 +4.1% | $52,469 |
| 2011 | $10,405 +8.1% | $52,469 |
| 2010 | $9,625 +9.1% | $52,469 -9.9% |
| 2009 | $8,819 +8.6% | $58,252 -5% |
| 2008 | $8,120 -32.8% | $61,318 -33.1% |
| 2007 | $12,083 +76.2% | $91,677 +112.4% |
| 2006 | $6,856 +10.9% | $43,172 |
| 2005 | $6,183 +2.3% | $43,172 |
| 2004 | $6,043 -11.7% | $43,172 +16.4% |
| 2003 | $6,840 +0% | $37,086 |
| 2002 | $6,840 +20% | $37,086 |
| 2001 | $5,700 +4.3% | $37,086 +14.5% |
| 2000 | $5,466 +3.7% | $32,380 |
| 1999 | $5,273 | $32,380 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60091
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Harper Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harper Elementary School
- Middle: Highcrest Middle 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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