538 Meadow Rd

2,907 Sq. Ft.
$499 / Sq. Ft.
2,907
Sq. Ft.
$499
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Fall in love with the curb appeal and All-American charm of this beautiful home in Kenilworth's Award-Winning Joseph Sears School District! 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths - this beauty boasts a surprisingly deep lot for the area (50 x 190!) The first floor has great circular flow - perfect for entertaining in the large, sunny living room with handsome fireplace and cozy bay window. You can host large gathering in the beautiful formal dining room with wainscoting and two great built-in hutches. Fabulous...Fall in love with the curb appeal and All-American charm of this beautiful home in Kenilworth's Award-Winning Joseph Sears School District! 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths - this beauty boasts a surprisingly deep lot for the area (50 x 190!) The first floor has great circular flow - perfect for entertaining in the large, sunny living room with handsome fireplace and cozy bay window. You can host large gathering in the beautiful formal dining room with wainscoting and two great built-in hutches. Fabulous white cook's kitchen with newer appliances, plenty of countertop space/storage with sight lines to the family room overlooking the expansive yard. You will be WOWED by the recently renovated lower level - it is right out of Ralph Lauren! Custom cabinetry, marble countertops, gorgeous wine cellar, wine fridge, dishwasher, new full gorgeous bath, new laundry room with storage, large rec room and custom built-in banquet to entertain - everyone will love hanging out in this space! Retreat to the large primary suite with high ceilings, a Carerra marble spa bathroom with double vanity and double rain showers. Three other bedrooms on the second floor with an updated hallway bath. The third floor finished space is currently being used as an office and workout room. The fully fenced in extra deep backyard is a dream has a spacious patio and soak in the hydrangeas overflowing in the summer! Newer roof and windows, heated garage, EV charger... plus many more improvements! A+ location - walk to the train, Sears school, just minutes to New Trier High school as well as the beach! This is a MUST SEE!

Listing Agents

  1. John Mawicke

    John Mawicke

    Alternative Listing Agent

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    P: (312)-342-4278

  2. Listed by Megan Mawicke Bradley • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
    P: (312)-307-1157 C: (312)-307-1157

Property Details for 538 Meadow Road

Area
Winnetka
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Small Duct High Velocity
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING CLOSED: 02/21/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 538 Meadow Road

StatusClosed
MLS #12262165
Days on Market5
Taxes$20,177 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 538 Meadow Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

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Property Information for 538 Meadow Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 38
  • Elementary School: The Joseph Sears School
  • Jr High Middle School: The Joseph Sears School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 38
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Finished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Mud Room, Attic
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 190
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 14
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 4
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2414
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-01-08T23:08:34
  • Photos Count: 44
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X19
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 20X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 16X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 26X15
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 22X21
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 10X6
Attic Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Dimensions: 20X11
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 9X10

Property History for 538 Meadow Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1552447969

$1,450,000

+7.1% / yr

Feb 21, 2025

Sold

MRED #12262165

$1,450,000
Jan 12, 2025

Pending

MRED #12262165

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1552447969

$1,450,000

+7.1% / yr

02/21/2025

Sold

MRED #12262165

$1,450,000
01/12/2025

Pending

MRED #12262165

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 538 Meadow Road

Taxable ValueLand$30,560Additions$54,653Total$85,213
Tax Record2023$20,177 ($1,681 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,414 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,414 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,550 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyCOOKAPN05-28-104-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 538 Meadow Road

This home is within Kenilworth School District No. 38.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9
Public - 10 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
The Joseph Sears School
PublicPK to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

New Trier Township High School Winnetka
Public10 to 12

St. Faith Hope & Charity
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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