This spectacular resort-like East Kenilworth property is situated on a beautifully landscaped oversized 147' X 193' lot and boasts 7 bedrooms, 5.2 bathrooms, a pool, gourmet chef's kitchen, gym, wine cellar, two laundry rooms, amazing screened in porch, and a separate coach house with kitchenette/bedroom/office. Professionally decorated, this majestic traditional home boasts grand rooms, high ceilings, handsome mouldings, custom millwork, and outstanding architectural details are throughout the home. Completely renovated and updated, the spacious rooms and great floor plan lead you though this spectacular property with four incredible levels of living! The backyard oasis with large pool, outdoor patio with fireplace and eating area, and built-in trampoline with drainage is professionally landscaped, private and utterly spectacular! There is a separate coach house above the garage with bedroom/office, kitchenette and full bathroom. The East Kenilworth location is fabulous - close to schools, train, and Lake Michigan.
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$4,800,000
239 Essex Rd, Kenilworth, IL 60043
7beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
0.65 Acres Lot
$5,375,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$5,963 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,375,600
$4.89M - $5.91M
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Majestic traditional homeProfessionally decoratedSeparate coach houseLarge poolBackyard oasisProfessionally landscapedBuilt-in trampoline
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Listing courtesy of:
Kathryn Mangel 847-881-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Kelly Mangel,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Stefanie Lavelle
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11780754
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X21
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X24
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X24
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X5
Library
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X26
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 578 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X34
Media room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X23
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1147 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37X31
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 522 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Upper Level, Sink
Features
- Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 0.65 Acres
- Dimensions: 147 X 193
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 05271070020000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Overhead Sewers
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Kenilworth
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2023 | Sold | $4,800,000-1.9% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11780754 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2023 | Pending sale | $4,895,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11780754 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2023 | Contingent | $4,895,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11780754 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,895,000+70.3% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11780754 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2011 | Sold | $2,875,000-12.1% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07737311 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $3,269,000-0.8% |
Source: NRT Chicago #07737311 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2010 | Listing removed | $3,295,000 |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07329743 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2010 | Price change | $3,295,000-13.2% |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07329743 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2010 | Price change | $3,795,000+15.2% |
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| 4/3/2010 | Price change | $3,295,000-13.2% |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07329743 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2010 | Price change | $3,795,000+15.2% |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07329743 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2010 | Price change | $3,295,000-13.2% |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07329743 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2009 | Listed for sale | $3,795,000+39% |
Source: Koenig & Strey Real Living #07329743 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2001 | Sold | $2,730,000+65.5% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/1997 | Sold | $1,650,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $304,200 |
| 2023 | $75,672 -4.2% | $304,200 -9.9% |
| 2022 | $78,964 +38.7% | $337,600 +72.1% |
| 2021 | $56,939 +3% | $196,176 |
| 2020 | $55,296 +3.2% | $196,176 -9% |
| 2019 | $53,585 -13.4% | $215,578 -11.5% |
| 2018 | $61,862 +3% | $243,514 |
| 2017 | $60,047 +5.7% | $243,514 |
| 2016 | $56,799 +5.7% | $243,514 +19.7% |
| 2015 | $53,721 +2.7% | $203,416 |
| 2014 | $52,329 +6.1% | $203,416 |
| 2013 | $49,314 -1.8% | $203,416 -7.9% |
| 2012 | $50,232 +5.6% | $220,958 |
| 2011 | $47,575 +4.6% | $220,958 |
| 2010 | $45,464 -17.4% | $220,958 -29.8% |
| 2009 | $55,026 +4.1% | $314,701 -5% |
| 2008 | $52,877 +3.5% | $331,265 |
| 2007 | $51,072 +12.8% | $331,265 +21.3% |
| 2006 | $45,287 +1.7% | $273,000 |
| 2005 | $44,508 +2.9% | $273,000 |
| 2004 | $43,265 +37.2% | $273,000 +60.9% |
| 2003 | $31,530 +0.7% | $169,629 |
| 2002 | $31,300 +9.8% | $169,629 |
| 2001 | $28,513 +5.7% | $169,629 +11.5% |
| 2000 | $26,986 +0.7% | $152,134 |
| 1999 | $26,806 | $152,134 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60043
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10The Joseph Sears SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- NANew Trier Township H S NorthfieldGrades: 9Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: The Joseph Sears School
- Middle: The Joseph Sears School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 38
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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Kenilworth
- 60043
- 239 Essex Rd
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