NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2026 Chestnut Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,782,000 - $1,954,072

6 Beds
6 Baths
3,630 Sq Ft
$519/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 14, 2014

Last sale price $1,430,000 $394 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,857/month

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • English Architecture
  • Fenced Yard
  • Harper Elementary School Rated A
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Attached Garage

About This Home

As of March 2014

Handsome 2002 English Tudor-sought after Kenilworth Gardens. Custom built w/extraordinary details, finishes &upgrades. 4 en suites, +2 lower level bdrms. 1st fl library/office, beautiful formal rms, open kitchen & fam rm. w/vaulted ceiling. 2nd fl laundry, amazing fin. lower level w/cherry built-ins, extra spacious mstr bdrm w/luxury bath & lrg walk-in closet. Inviting backyard w/brick patio. Location & Perfection!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Taylor Lindstrom

Coldwell Banker Realty License #471018269 Listed on: 02/05/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Jill Cunningham

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475142421

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,747

Year Built

  • 2000

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Brick Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • English Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Library
  • Recreation Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Finished Basement

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,747

Year Built

2000

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 11-15 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 5.1
  • Style Of House: English
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 2000
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2000

Interior Features

  • Number Of Rooms: 12
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: Main Level
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 6
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 17X15, On Level: Main Level
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, 6th Bedroom, Library, Recreation Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 21X15, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 20X11, On Level: Basement
  • Additional Room 2 Name: 6th Bdrm, Dimensions: 14X14, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Library, Dimensions: 13X9, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 15X12, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 26X22, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 15X12, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X19, On Level: Main Level

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exposure: S (South)

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Brick
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

Schools

  • School District: 203
  • Elementary School: HARPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: WILMETTE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
  • High School: NEW TRIER TWP H.S. NORTHFIELD/WI
  • Junior High Dist: 39

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X175
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Parcel Identification Number: 05283010220000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 24513

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2014
Closed on
Mar 14, 2014
Sold by
Declaration Crosswhite David A
Bought by
Ibeling Ness Chad and Ibeling Ness Janelle
Seller's Agent
Taylor Lindstrom
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jill Cunningham
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,475,000
Sold Price
$1,430,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-3.05%
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$1,885,024

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$455,024
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.56%
Original Mortgage
$1,144,000
Interest Rate
4.24%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2008
Sold by
Crosswhite David A and Crosswhite Mary E
Bought by
Crosswhite David A and Crosswhite Mary E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2004
Sold by
Kemp Richard and Kemp Elizabeth
Bought by
Crosswhite David A and Crosswhite Mary E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2002
Sold by
Nostalgic Developers Inc 2026 Chestnut
Bought by
Kemp Richard and Kemp Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2000
Sold by
Siebert Charles S and Siebert Joan M
Bought by
Nostalgic Developers Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
8.64%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1999
Sold by
Siebert John C and Siebert Charles S
Bought by
Siebert Charles S and Siebert Joan M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ibeling Ness Chad $1,430,000 Old Republic National Title
Crosswhite David A -- Cti
Crosswhite David A $1,480,000 Atg
Kemp Richard $1,395,000 Ticor Title Insurance Compan
Nostalgic Developers Inc $400,000 --
Siebert Charles S $214,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ness Chad $1,000,000
Closed Ness Chad $1,020,000
Closed Ness Chad $1,129,500
Closed Ibeling Ness Chad $1,144,000
Previous Owner Crosswhite David A $600,000
Previous Owner Kemp Richard $1,000,000
Previous Owner Nostalgic Developers Inc $876,753
Previous Owner Nostalgic Developers Inc $320,000
Closed Crosswhite David A $400,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/14/2014 03/14/14 Sold $1,430,000 -3.1% $394 / Sq Ft
02/05/2014 02/05/14 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2014 02/05/14 For Sale $1,475,000 -- $406 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $28,747 $130,000 $28,000 $102,000
2023 $27,186 $130,000 $28,000 $102,000
2022 $27,186 $130,000 $28,000 $102,000
2021 $28,538 $113,177 $18,375 $94,802
2020 $28,130 $113,177 $18,375 $94,802
2019 $27,589 $124,371 $18,375 $105,996
2018 $32,533 $140,180 $15,750 $124,430
2017 $31,647 $140,180 $15,750 $124,430
2016 $29,927 $140,180 $15,750 $124,430
2015 $24,497 $101,300 $12,906 $88,394
2014 $24,120 $101,300 $12,906 $88,394
2013 $23,020 $101,300 $12,906 $88,394
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08530987

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-28-301-022-0000