A SPECIAL, SINGULAR OPPORTUNITY to own a one-of-a-kind 6-bedroom home and one *ONE ACRE on prestigious Chestnut Avenue in the Kenilworth School District! A Mediterranean Villa feel with peace and privacy - the lush and expansive grounds are unique to this area - Great Gatsbyesque. Built like a fortress - the fire-proof, stucco over arch-tile commercial construction yields energy-efficient 16" thick walls. The plaster wall and plaster crown-moulding craftsmanship throughout is outstanding. This beautifully maintained home boasts a grand foyer with statement iron staircase, expansive arched window, and double French doors to a Juliette balcony over the front door. Lake breezes flow thru 9 tall and wide double French doors stretching along the East side of the home, and wrapping around the South and the West, granting immediate access in and out, making it perfect for indoor/outdoor living and the hosting of grand affairs. The natural light in this home is simply amazing! Great entertaining spaces enjoy circular flow through 6 interior double French doors from the family room with its architecturally-unique, arched ceiling through to the gracious dining room or the formal living room with impressive fireplace, and on into the sunroom. Curl up with a book or work away in the warm, oak-paneled library with its handsome fireplace. Enjoy the expansive kitchen with spacious, family eat-in area with fireplace. There's a pretty Butler's Pantry off the dining room, a first floor laundry off the kitchen, and two powder rooms on the first floor. Ascending up the wide staircase, you will love retreating to the oversized private primary suite with its ante-room to 2 bedrooms, pretty fireplace, great closets, and marble bathroom with Kohler whirlpool/soaking tub and adjacent steam shower. Four French doors open from the primary suite to the south-facing front copper deck to watch the world go by across the deep front lawn and wide brick-paved Chestnut Avenue. There are 4 more family bedrooms served by 2 more marble bathrooms all on the second floor and all east-facing with lovely views of the gorgeous grounds. The lower level has another laundry, a cedar wet-sauna with adjacent shower, and large spaces throughout with ceiling height, adding great versatility to use however you like - rec room, media room, workout room, and tons of storage. An expansive paver driveway, with easy-access parking for four or more cars, leads to a white-tiled garage with parking for two cars and a car-sized third space for most anything. Use your imagination - the possibilities are endless with one acre on one of the most premier streets on all of the North Shore! This incredible home is in the Award Winning Jospeh Sears School District with New Trier High School. Just a short walk to the Metra, Plaza Del Lago Shopping and restaurants, and the beach! This RARE, HARD TO FIND opportunity doesn't come along everyday! Your luxury lifestyle on the North Shore awaits you!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Mediterranean
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Office Phone: (847) 881-0200
Listing Agent: Megan Mawicke Bradley
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 6
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Attached Garage: No
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 1.00 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Radiant
Cooling: None
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Sheridan Road to Chestnut Avenue and then west to the home
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,650,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $53,049
Tax Year: 2019
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This property is $2.7M more than the Median Sold Price in Wilmette, IL.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: MRED
MLS Number: #12196842
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Office Phone: (847) 881-0200
Listing Agent: Megan Mawicke Bradley
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Nearby Schools
9
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Central Elementary School
910 Central Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.73 miles
Public District Grades KG-4
8
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McKenzie Elementary School
649 Prairie Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.78 miles
Public District Grades KG-4
6
/10
Greeley Elementary School
275 Fairview Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades KG-4
Nearby Schools
7
/10
The Joseph Sears School
542 Abbotsford Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.51 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
10
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Highcrest Middle School
569 Hunter Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.42 miles
Public District Grades 5-6
8
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Wilmette Junior High School
620 Locust Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.74 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
Nearby Schools
10
/10
New Trier Township High School Winnetka
385 Winnetka Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.77 miles
Public District Grades 10-12
7
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Evanston Township High School
1600 Dodge Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.77 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
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Niles North High School
9800 Lawler Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.88 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $178,846. Typical income of Wilmette, IL residents is $200k+ annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1302 Chestnut Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1302 Chestnut Ave property is $3,650,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1302 Chestnut Ave is land located in Wilmette, Illinois, 60091.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1302 Chestnut Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2019 is $53,049 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
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This home is located at 1302 Chestnut Ave in Wilmette, IL and zip code 60091 in the Gage's neighborhood. This home sits on a 1.00 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 25, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,650,000.
Wilmette, IL housing market in November 2024 saw over 11 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 10 sold below. In November 2024 in Wilmette, IL there were 14.9% less homes for sale than in October 2024. Listings spent 34 days on the market in November 2024, and had a median list price of $896,666 during the same period.
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