Bought with Keith Brand of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
$1,550,000
$1,495,000
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2236 Birchwood Avenue Wilmette, IL 60091
5 Beds
5.5 Baths
Key Details
Sold Price $1,550,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
MLS Listing ID 12394355
Sold Date 08/01/25
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1940
Annual Tax Amount $22,465
Tax Year 2023
Lot Dimensions 57 X 187
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Fall in love with this expansive 5-bedroom, 5.1-bath home, perfectly situated on an extra-deep 57x187 property on lovely tree lined Birchwood Avenue. Enter into a spacious and beautiful foyer that sets the tone for the warm and inviting interior. The formal dining room (currently being used as living room) is beautifully enhanced with elegant wallpaper and wainscoting, while the generous living room (currently being used as dining room) offers beautiful space for family and entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace. The open kitchen features a center island, walk-in pantry, and professionally painted cabinetry with updated hardware, and seamlessly flows into the expansive family room with loads of natural light and access to the outdoor patio. Completing the first floor is a renovated powder room and and large awesome mudroom with direct access to an oversized attached garage - perfect for everyday living! On the second level, enjoy the RARE and desirable convenience of 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms! The sun-filled primary suite offers a large walk-in closet, two additional closets, and an ensuite bathroom with a jacuzzi tub and step-in shower. There are 2 additional bedrooms which include ensuite baths, while the 5th bedroom is ideal for additional family space, a home office, or anything you wish with access to a full hall bathroom. The finished lower level offers fantastic recreational space, perfect for a media room or second family room, plus a one-of-a-kind play area featuring a professionally built "Ninja" gym with a foam pit, climbing wall, and swings. You will also find an optional 6th bedroom or office, full bath, and a laundry room with excellent storage. Outside, enjoy the paver patio and large, private backyard-ideal for play and entertaining. This special home has been beautifully updated, including beautiful new light fixtures, professional window treatments throughout and more. You will love living near parks, schools, the vibrant downtown Wilmette, Beach and more! Love where you live!
Location
State IL
County Cook
Rooms
Basement Finished, Full
Interior
Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling Central Air, Zoned
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplace Y
Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Laundry Sink
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
View Y/N true
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Story 2 Stories
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Vinyl Siding,Brick
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Harper Elementary School
Middle Schools Wilmette Junior High School
High Schools New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
School District 39, 39, 203
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None
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