$6,850,000
PENDING

149 Kenilworth Ave Kenilworth, IL 60043

Estimated payment $41,991/month

Total Views 3,877
6 Beds
6.5 Baths
8,119 Sq Ft
$844 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • The Joseph Sears School Rated A+
  • Property is near a park
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Historical Character meets Elegant Modern Living! Experience the best of Kenilworth in this perfectly located historic home one block to the beach, schools, town, and trains. Originally built in 1896 by renowned architect Franklin Pierce Burnham, it was completely gutted and reborn in 2022 as a stunning showcase of customized modern design while maintaining its classic charm. As you enter through the original facade, the elegant staircase and vintage French oak floors welcome and guide you through the open floor plan. Once inside, you'll find the formal dining and living rooms. Custom steel and glass cabinets lead the way to the heart of the home. The open floor plan of the kitchen, breakfast and family rooms spans over 1500 sq. ft., and were perfectly designed for daily life and entertaining. A Roll & Hill pendant light hangs over the beautiful 14 ft. Paonnazzo marble island in the kitchen, which includes custom cabinetry, high-end Subzero and Wolf appliances, and a Galley workstation to keep the main kitchen area free of clutter. Floor to ceiling windows make up the entire back of the home, filling the space with natural light and offering views of the meticulously landscaped backyard. On the second floor, you will find the first-class primary suite, with an opulent spa-like ensuite bath featuring a glass-enclosed shower, soaking tub, and dual vanity. A pair of luxurious, expansive walk-in closets with built-in shelves provide ample storage space. Two additional oversized ensuite bedrooms are joined by a lounge area that can be closed off with sliding doors for extra privacy for work or play. Just a few steps up the open staircase, the third floor boasts two more bedrooms and another bathroom with dual vanity. The lower level has something for everyone: a spacious family room, game room, media room perfect for movie nights, gym, 500+ bottle wine cellar, an additional bathroom, and plenty of storage. Outside, the impressive covered patio acts as a cohesive extension of the home with a large sitting area, complete with a fireplace and ceiling heaters to allow for exceptional indoor/outdoor living year-round. The backyard also has a kitchen area with a barbecue and pizza oven, ideal for gatherings with family and friends. Above the heated three-car garage is a bedroom/office plus bathroom - use it for a private workspace, extended visitors, or however else you see fit. No details were overlooked when renovating this home to maintain its timeless elegance with modern comfort. Only the finest materials were used, with several custom pieces to create the perfect fit. A Control4 home automation system has also been installed for the ultimate peace of mind. You don't want to miss out on this one

Listing Agent

John Mawicke

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475163295 Listed on: 07/18/2025

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $69,794

Year Built

  • Built in 1896 | Remodeled in 2022

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 264x100
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 8,119 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Pendant Lighting
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Gallery
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Home Security

  • Video Cameras
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • The Joseph Sears Elementary And Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Power Generator
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Multiple Water Heaters
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$69,794

Year Built

Built in 1896 | Remodeled in 2022

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2022
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2022

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2236
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • LivingArea: 8119
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters, Security Cameras, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Gallery, Mud Room, Family Room, Exercise Room, Media Room, Sitting Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 8119
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 5883
  • Basement Sq Ft: 2236
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Square Footage Comments: Coach house 577 sq. ft., deck is 572 sq. ft. and patio is 393 sq. ft.
  • Total Sq Ft: 8119
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 3077
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2806
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • List Price: 6850000
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: The Joseph Sears School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: The Joseph Sears School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 38

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels Description: 05271000280000
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: 264X100
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 69794.48
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $69,794 $277,514 $54,300 $223,214
2023 $42,885 $308,683 $54,300 $254,383
2022 $42,885 $181,491 $54,300 $127,191
2021 $90,562 $310,055 $28,055 $282,000
2020 $87,911 $310,055 $28,055 $282,000
2019 $69,336 $277,934 $28,055 $249,879
2018 $52,545 $207,358 $28,055 $179,303
2017 $47,041 $191,502 $28,055 $163,447
2016 $42,201 $181,569 $28,055 $153,514
2015 $47,876 $181,569 $28,055 $153,514
2014 $46,637 $181,569 $28,055 $153,514
2013 $43,949 $181,569 $28,055 $153,514
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2025 07/18/25 For Sale $6,850,000 +79.3% $844 / Sq Ft
04/13/2021 04/13/21 Sold $3,820,000 -4.4% $732 / Sq Ft
01/16/2021 01/16/21 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2020 10/15/20 For Sale $3,995,000 -- $766 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $3,820,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,355,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,433,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,500,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,500,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,462,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $1,462,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $350,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12384169

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-27-100-028-0000