538 Melrose Avenue

Kenilworth, IL 60043

$1,225,000
Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Fabulous 4 bedroom/3.5 bathroom single family home in highly sought after Kenilworth location. Spectacular curb appeal with the custom inlaid brick pathway and Hardie Board siding. The expansive foyer welcomes you to this amazing home with exceptional finishes and features! Beautiful hardwood floors and wonderful natural light throughout. Inviting formal Living Room with electric fireplace flows seamlessly into the spacious separate Dining Room perfect for entertaining larger groups. Top notch Chefs...Fabulous 4 bedroom/3.5 bathroom single family home in highly sought after Kenilworth location. Spectacular curb appeal with the custom inlaid brick pathway and Hardie Board siding. The expansive foyer welcomes you to this amazing home with exceptional finishes and features! Beautiful hardwood floors and wonderful natural light throughout. Inviting formal Living Room with electric fireplace flows seamlessly into the spacious separate Dining Room perfect for entertaining larger groups. Top notch Chefs Kitchen with custom cabinetry, Stainless Steel Thermador appliances includes oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave drawer appointed with quartz countertops, garbage disposal and pantry with extra-large cascade breakfast bar island which opens to the eat-in table space and heart of the home family room overlooking the brick patio and backyard. Rounding out the main level, the perfectly placed power room and the open office area ideal for your work-from-home needs or for use as a quiet place to read. The second level offers 2 sizable bedrooms sharing the large hall bathroom with a double marble vanity, Kohler fixtures and shower/tub plus the primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom with double vanity, separate shower, separate garden tub and Hansgrohe fixtures. And there's more! The huge third floor is the perfect place for a kids play room, gaming space or second office. The generously sized lower level offers a recreation room with exercise area and a 4th bedroom with shared bathroom ideal for guests, in-laws or au-pair/nanny. Beautifully landscaped yard with brick paver patio perfect for your outdoor gathering and gardening needs and wants. Large detached 2 car garage with plenty of storage. New gut-rehab includes all new electrical with 200 amp panel, dual zone HVAC, tankless hot water heater system, all new windows, new skylights, new copper plumbing and new roof. Full basement excavation with add'l 8" concrete wall addition and water barrier installation plus sump pump with battery backup. Garage is EV is ready. Convenient and close location to award-winning Joseph Sears grade school and New Trier High School in addition to the Metra for your city commute needs within a short distance to Kenilworth beach. Come make this outstanding home yours now!
  1. Listed by Marie Hirschle • Baird & Warner

Property Details for 538 Melrose Avenue

Area
Kenilworth
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/16/2024 02:35 PM

Property Details for 538 Melrose Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12024846
Days on Market7
Taxes$16,541 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1914
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,250 SF
CountyCook County

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Building Information for 538 Melrose Avenue

Stories-Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,250 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,064 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,685

Property Taxes

$1,378

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 538 Melrose Avenue

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
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Attic: Finished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Garden Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Office, Recreation Room, Foyer, Bonus Room, Breakfast Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 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 125
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-04-16T14:45:49
  • Photos Count: 49
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 9X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X7
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 20X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X4
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X11
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 21X7
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 20X12
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X11
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 27X16
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X9

Property History for 538 Melrose Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 538 Melrose Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$20,000Additions$50,000Total$70,000
Tax Record2022$16,541 ($1,378 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,914 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,914 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914CountyCOOKAPN05-28-217-006

Schools near 538 Melrose Avenue

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

New Trier Township H S Winnetka
Public10 to 12

St. Faith Hope & Charity
PrivateK to 8

North Shore Country Day School
PrivatePK to 12

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