Landlord's Agent in 2019
Ben Lalez
Compass
(312) 789-4054
1 in this area
1,444 Total Sales
547 Melrose Ave Unit ER Kenilworth, IL 60043
Estimated Value: $784,000 - $1,252,000
3
Beds
4
Baths
1,905
Sq Ft
$552/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- 3-minute walk to Kenilworth Station
- Wood Flooring
- The Joseph Sears School Rated A+
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 1-minute walk to Pee Wee Park
About This Home
As of November 2019Charming 3 bed + 1 basement bed and 3.5 bath in the heart of Kenilworth. Recent updates include new Marvin windows, recently refinished 1st floor maple and oak floors, and new paint throughout. Kitchen has newer stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, and sunny breakfast room that overlooks a fenced-in backyard. Family room features high ceilings, wood burning fireplace, and custom built-in bookshelves. 2nd floor includes 3 bedrooms and master bedroom with skylight lit en-suite bathroom that includes jetted whirlpool and shower, and double-sink. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a full bath. Basement level features 4th bedroom or recreation room, full bath, and washer/dryer. Steps away from Kenilworth Metra Station and located within the award-winning Joseph Sears and New Trier Township High School district. Additional storage space available in attic.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1908
Lot Details
- Southern Exposure
- Fenced Yard
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- Central Air
- SpacePak Central Air
- Radiator
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near bus stop
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2025
Sold by
Sweitzer Richard J
Bought by
Sweitzer Properties Llc
Current Estimated Value
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweitzer Properties Llc | -- | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29/2019 11/29/19 | Rented | $4,100 | -10.9% | -- |
| 08/02/2019 08/02/19 | Price Changed | $4,600 | -2.1% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 07/24/2019 07/24/19 | Price Changed | $4,700 | -4.1% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2019 06/29/19 | For Rent | $4,900 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,343 | $101,000 | $20,000 | $81,000 |
| 2024 | $17,343 | $53,500 | $20,000 | $33,500 |
| 2023 | $16,295 | $68,959 | $20,000 | $48,959 |
| 2022 | $16,295 | $68,959 | $20,000 | $48,959 |
| 2021 | $15,372 | $52,063 | $13,125 | $38,938 |
| 2020 | $14,911 | $52,063 | $13,125 | $38,938 |
| 2019 | $16,168 | $64,009 | $13,125 | $50,884 |
| 2018 | $13,624 | $52,872 | $11,250 | $41,622 |
| 2017 | $13,221 | $52,872 | $11,250 | $41,622 |
| 2016 | $13,846 | $58,753 | $11,250 | $47,503 |
| 2015 | $12,542 | $46,880 | $9,218 | $37,662 |
| 2014 | $12,214 | $46,880 | $9,218 | $37,662 |
| 2013 | $12,305 | $50,099 | $9,218 | $40,881 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ben Lalez
-
Chris Sweitzer
Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Chris Sweitzer
Compass
(847) 828-3534
1 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Katie Hauser
Tenant's Agent in 2019
Katie Hauser
Compass
(847) 212-5214
1 in this area
129 Total Sales
-
Meg McGuinness
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Meg McGuinness
Compass
(847) 863-5599
1 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10434827
APN: 05-28-210-009-0000
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