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Key Details
Sold Price $1,950,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,505 sqft
Price per Sqft $354
MLS Listing ID 12386400
Sold Date 09/08/25
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1917
Annual Tax Amount $37,354
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 0.440 Acres
Lot Dimensions 110X175
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Stately elegance meets timeless charm on one of the most desirable streets in town...Leicester Road! This home sits on oversized lot - which is a true find here. This home boasts character, charm, vintage details and space! The grand entrance, drenched with sunlight and sweeping statement staircase, welcome you into the home. On one side of the beautiful foyer, you'll find an expansive formal living room, anchored by a handsome fireplace and custom mantle...perfect for large gatherings or relaxing evenings. Across the hall, the gracious formal dining room with original built-in china cabinets, is perfect for holiday gatherings. A favorite room of the home...the bright sunroom surrounded by floor-to-ceiling glass windows...a serene space to watch the world go by, curl up with a book, or make it a work from home haven. The hub of the home...is the family room addition, with vaulted ceilings, built-in cabinetry, great views of the expansive backyard and connects seamlessly to the kitchen. The footprint is already here to create a modern chef's kitchen/family room combination. A convenient mudroom area as well. The home boasts 6 bedrooms offering flexibility, 4 on the second floor. The primary suite is spacious with two connected rooms and bath, ideal for creating a luxe suite with expanded dressing area with walk-in closets. The 3rd floor is an ideal retreat - an ensuite bedroom - perfect for guests or an in-law suite. A 6th bedroom is currently used as a large rec room...a fantastic space for a playroom, teen lounge, or creative studio - whatever you want it to be. The Western-facing backyard is simply spectacular framed by mature trees...it offers endless possibilities...keep it as a lush green lawn, add a pool, build an outdoor kitchen etc. This exceptional lot offers extraordinary indoor-outdoor living. Basement has ample storage, 2-car garage. Location, location, location! Just two minutes East is the Kenilworth Beach. A few minutes West is award winning Joseph Sears Elementary (JK-8), New Trier High School, and the Metra. This special home has been loved by its current owners but ready for a new owner to make their own cherished memories here. Move right in, or bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this architectural gem! It won't last long!
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Kenilworth
Rooms
Basement Unfinished, Full
Interior
Interior Features Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Heating Radiator(s)
Cooling Small Duct High Velocity
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplace Y
Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Building
Building Description Brick, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Level or Stories 3 Stories
Structure Type Brick
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools The Joseph Sears School
Middle Schools The Joseph Sears School
High Schools New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
School District 38 , 38, 203
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany
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Team Lead | Realtor | License ID: 471.001732
Team Lead | Realtor License ID: 471.001732