Sold251d on market
2236 Birchwood Ave
Wilmette, IL, 60091 • 60091 • Cook County
$1,550,000
5Beds
6Baths
0.24 acLot
1940Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1940 · 86 years of history
Enhanced Security
Security System · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio
3 Fireplaces
Family Room · Living Room · Basement
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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251 days on market
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1940
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!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights renovated powder room and spacious and beautiful foyer as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$9,854/month
Principal & Interest$7,787
Property Tax$1,550
Insurance$517
Down payment20% ($310,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.44% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,240,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1940
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot10,659 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1940
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionVinyl Siding, Brick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces3
Lot10,659 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60091
Annual tax$22,465
Parcel0533103014
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths5
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Walk-In Closet(s)
Separate Dining Room
Pantry
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Freezer
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Range Hood
Multiple Water Heaters
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Zoned
Cooling
Central Air
Zoned
Laundry
Sink
Fireplace
Family Room
Living Room
Basement
Windows
Skylight(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Brick
Patio & Porch
Patio
Security
Security System
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Sump Pump
Sprinkler-Lawn
Backup Sump Pump;
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second26×24 ft624 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Window Treatments)Bathroom (FullTub & Separate Shwr)
Bedroom2
Second14×14 ft196 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
Bedroom3
Second16×13 ft208 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
Bedroom4
Second13×13 ft169 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
Bedroom5
Second12×9 ft108 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market251
Est. value$1,594,200
Est. rent$6,950/mo
Tax rate1.99%
On marketJun 16, 2025
PostedJun 16, 2025
Last sold$1,550,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 1, 2025
Tour days6
Views26
Favorites1
How are the schools in Wilmette?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Wilmette, IL, 60091
Price history
11 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 1, 2025Sold$1,550,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 14, 2025Pending Sale$1,495,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 23, 2025Contingent$1,495,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 16, 2025Listed For Sale$1,495,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 16, 2022Sold$1,100,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 23, 2022Pending Sale$1,199,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 14, 2022Contingent$1,199,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 12, 2022Listed For Sale$1,199,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 1, 2021Listing Removed——MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 7, 2021Listed For Sale$1,199,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 22, 2003Sold$582,000—Public Record
Sold$1,550,000
Aug 1, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,495,000
Jul 14, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$1,495,000
Jun 23, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,495,000
Jun 16, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$1,100,000
May 16, 2022•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$1,199,000
Apr 23, 2022•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$1,199,000
Feb 14, 2022•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,199,000
Jan 12, 2022•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Nov 1, 2021•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,199,000
Sep 7, 2021•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$582,000
Sep 22, 2003•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$22,465$98,999
Apr 10, 2022$20,528$98,999
Apr 10, 2021$20,919$83,852
Apr 10, 2020$20,636$83,852
Apr 10, 2019$20,009$91,144
Apr 10, 2018$21,507$93,837
Apr 10, 2017$20,926$93,837
Apr 10, 2016$21,857$103,054
Apr 10, 2015$14,100$59,422
Apr 10, 2014$13,889$59,422
Apr 10, 2013$13,250$59,422
Apr 10, 2012$13,998$67,067
Apr 10, 2011$13,328$70,007
Apr 10, 2010$12,573$68,764
Apr 10, 2009$11,551$74,456
Apr 10, 2008$10,754$78,374
Apr 10, 2007$10,076$78,374
Apr 10, 2006$8,878$58,200
Apr 10, 2005$8,656$58,200
Apr 10, 2004$8,459$58,200
Apr 10, 2003$7,962$44,999
Apr 10, 2002$8,299$44,999
Apr 10, 2001$7,052$44,999
Apr 10, 2000$7,132$38,191
Apr 10, 1999$6,324$38,191
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Local context around this listing
Wilmette, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
Ouilmette North
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60091
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