Sold990d on marketHistoric · 119 yrs
239 Essex Rd
Kenilworth, IL, 60043 • 60043 • Cook County
$4,800,000
7Beds
7Baths
0.65 acLot
1907Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1907 · 119 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio · Screened
4 Fireplaces
Family Room · Living Room · Master Bedroom · Other
Garage(s)
Garage(s)
3-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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990 days on market
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1907 · Historic
This spectacular resort-like East Kenilworth property is situated on a beautifully landscaped oversized 147' X 193' lot and boasts 7 bedrooms, 5.2 bathrooms, a pool, gourmet chef's kitchen, gym, wine cellar, two laundry rooms, amazing screened in porch, and a separate coach house with kitchenette/bedroom/office. Professionally decorated, this majestic traditional home boasts grand rooms, high ceilings, handsome mouldings, custom millwork, and outstanding architectural details are throughout the home. Completely renovated and updated, the spacious rooms and great floor plan lead you though this spectacular property with four incredible levels of living! The backyard oasis with large pool, outdoor patio with fireplace and eating area, and built-in trampoline with drainage is professionally landscaped, private and utterly spectacular! There is a separate coach house above the garage with bedroom/office, kitchenette and full bathroom. The East Kenilworth location is fabulous - close to schools, train, and Lake Michigan.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights majestic traditional home, professionally decorated, and separate coach house as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$31,306/month
Principal & Interest$24,906
Property Tax$4,800
Insurance$1,600
Down payment20% ($960,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $3,840,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1907
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Parking3 Garage spaces
Lot0.65 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1907
Stories3
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
RoofShake
ConstructionBrick, Stucco
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer, Overhead Sewers
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage3 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Fireplaces4
Lot0.65 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60043
Annual tax$56,938
Parcel0527107002
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths5
Features & details
18 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Dry Bar
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Bookcases
High Ceilings
Special Millwork
Separate Dining Room
Appliances
Double Oven
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Steam
Radiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Zoned
Laundry
Upper Level
Sink
Fireplace
Family Room
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Other
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Outdoor Grill
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Stucco
Patio & Porch
Patio
Screened
Lot Features
Landscaped
Community
Park
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Security System
Pool Features
In Ground
Other Equipment
Sump Pump
Sprinkler-Lawn
Other Structures
Garage(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second17×20 ft340 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second12×18 ft216 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Second12×14 ft168 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Second14×14 ft196 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom5
Third20×17 ft340 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom6
Third10×13 ft130 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market990
Est. value$5,226,200
Est. rent$5,963/mo
Tax rate1.99%
On marketMay 15, 2023
PostedMay 15, 2023
Last sold$4,800,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 26, 2023
Tour days6
Views27
Favorites2
How are the schools in Kenilworth?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Kenilworth, IL, 60043
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 24, 2023Sold$4,800,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 9, 2023Pending Sale$4,895,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 19, 2023Contingent$4,895,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 15, 2023Listed For Sale$4,895,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 19, 2011Sold$2,875,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 25, 2011Listed For Sale$3,269,000—NRT Chicago
Jul 7, 2010Listing Removed$3,295,000—Koenig & Strey Real Living
Apr 24, 2010Price Change$3,295,000—Koenig & Strey Real Living
Apr 22, 2010Price Change$3,795,000—Koenig & Strey Real Living
Apr 3, 2010Price Change$3,295,000—Koenig & Strey Real Living
Mar 26, 2010Price Change$3,795,000—Koenig & Strey Real Living
Mar 14, 2010Price Change$3,295,000—Koenig & Strey Real Living
Sep 27, 2009Listed For Sale$3,795,000—Koenig & Strey Real Living
Jul 17, 2001Sold$2,730,000—Public Record
Jul 7, 1997Sold$1,650,000—Public Record
Sold$4,800,000
Jul 24, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$4,895,000
Jun 9, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$4,895,000
May 19, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$4,895,000
May 15, 2023•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$2,875,000
Oct 19, 2011•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$3,269,000
Feb 25, 2011•NRT Chicago
Listing Removed$3,295,000
Jul 7, 2010•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Price Change$3,295,000
Apr 24, 2010•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Price Change$3,795,000
Apr 22, 2010•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Price Change$3,295,000
Apr 3, 2010•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Price Change$3,795,000
Mar 26, 2010•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Price Change$3,295,000
Mar 14, 2010•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Listed For Sale$3,795,000
Sep 27, 2009•Koenig & Strey Real Living
Sold$2,730,000
Jul 17, 2001•Public Record
Sold$1,650,000
Jul 7, 1997•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$75,672$304,200
Apr 10, 2022$78,964$337,600
Apr 10, 2021$56,939$196,176
Apr 10, 2020$55,296$196,176
Apr 10, 2019$53,585$215,578
Apr 10, 2018$61,862$243,514
Apr 10, 2017$60,047$243,514
Apr 10, 2016$56,799$243,514
Apr 10, 2015$53,721$203,416
Apr 10, 2014$52,329$203,416
Apr 10, 2013$49,314$203,416
Apr 10, 2012$50,232$220,958
Apr 10, 2011$47,575$220,958
Apr 10, 2010$45,464$220,958
Apr 10, 2009$55,026$314,701
Apr 10, 2008$52,877$331,265
Apr 10, 2007$51,072$331,265
Apr 10, 2006$45,287$273,000
Apr 10, 2005$44,508$273,000
Apr 10, 2004$43,265$273,000
Apr 10, 2003$31,530$169,629
Apr 10, 2002$31,300$169,629
Apr 10, 2001$28,513$169,629
Apr 10, 2000$26,986$152,134
Apr 10, 1999$26,806$152,134
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Local context around this listing
Kenilworth, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
Brier StreetKenilworth Beach
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60043
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