Kenilworth IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Welcome to 429 Warwick Road! Set on a serene, wooded lot in the heart of east Kenilworth, this lovely brick home blends classic elegance with today's desire for a first floor primary suite. Graceful antique wrought iron balustrades highlight the beautiful Palladian windows. Step inside to be greeted by soaring cathedral ceilings that create an atmosphere of airy sophistication, perfectly complemented by an open floor plan that allows for a seamless flow between living spaces. Traditional design elements, including rich hardwood floors and intricate molding, add warmth and character while the large Palladian windows invite in natural light. The first floor boasts a sunlight living room with cathedral ceiling, welcoming family room with fireplace and built-ins, custom chefs kitchen and gracious dining room overlooking the brick paver patio. The expansive first-floor primary suite is a true sanctuary designed for relaxation with spa-like bath featuring double sinks, walk in shower, separate tub and skylights. The second floor features two bedrooms, a large sitting room which could become another bedroom and two baths, one of which is ensuite. Even a second floor washer & dryer! Great storage Two car attached garage with potential for private office above. Recipient of Kenilworh Preservation Award. This classic gem offers a rare opportunity to renovate and customize to perfectly suit your own taste in a highly sought after location in the heart of Kenilworth - oh so close to award winning Joseph Sears, New Trier high school, lake and train.

BE THE FIRST TO LIVE IN A NEWLY REBUILT CUSTOM HOME BY HIGHGATE BUILDERS IN EAST KENILWORTH ON A DOUBLE LOT. Completely new rebuild of an iconic single-family East Kenilworth home. Complete new floor plan with 7,500 SQFT on a .56-acre double lot & new construction 4-car tandem heated garage w/2 separate 9' wide garage door entrances & 950 sq ft coach house. MAIN HOME includes 5BR/4BA on the same level and an additional half bath on the first level. New Construction COACH HOUSE includes a full kitchen and full bath as part of SFH. Rebuilt basement with new interior drain tile, interior liner, concrete slab, 2 sump pits w/4 pumps including backup. Basement includes 575 sq ft finished room and 1100 sq ft mechanical room w/ample room for storage. Finished 1650 sq ft attic level for playroom, kid's TV room, office space, an additional BR, and/or theatre. HUGE outdoor patio with access from great room, mudroom & dining room, & herringbone pavers for driveway and walkways. 8" wide, select-grade white oak flooring throughout the main floor & BR floor. Separate mudroom entrance w/built ins, laundry room on the BR floor includes a sink, built-ins, and 2LG washtowers. All closets are built out to be a true "turn-key" home. KITCHEN includes custom cabinetry by MG Custom w/premium grade finish, soft close drawers, & cabinets with brass knurled pulls by Emtek. 48" Subzero integrated side-by-side fridge/freezer, 48" Wolf NG cooktop w/6 burners & griddle, double over/under 30" Wolf Professional Series in-wall ovens, Wolf microwave drawer & 2 Bosch Silence Plus dishwashers. COFFEE & WETBAR includes Miele plumbed built-in coffee system, 24" Sub-Zero undercounter beverage fridge, 84" full-height Sub-Zero Wine Storage, Black Kohler sink with Newport Brass faucet. Main kitchen includes 32" single bowl white Kohler sink with Newport Brass faucet & 2.5" thick Vicostone quartz counters. Full-slab Vicostone quartz backsplash with undermount lighting & two glass globe pendants above island by RH Modern. MASTER SUITE includes two separate WICs with soft close drawers & integrated lighting in the larger, 175 square foot primary closet. Extra-wide, custom floating double vanity with soft close drawers and 2.5" thick Vicostone quartz counters finished with a mitered edge, 68" Acrylic Double Ended Freestanding Tub by Maidstone, filled by a matte black floor mount tub filler by Artos, and custom marble accent wall, 7' wide shower with two separate matte black shower heads, Thassos marble walls, and shower flooring in an herringbone pattern. NEW CONSTRUCTION includes new interior framing and structural steel to support the open floorplan, elimination of 2 former staircases and building 1 custom staircase, as well as new joists and subfloors to level and strengthen all flooring (NO CREAKING!). All new Marvin double pane, insulated windows, and exterior French doors, all new Boral TruExterior Dutch-Lap siding, and Azek architectural trim were selected to closely resemble the previous siding and columns on the home, as well as full Tyvek home-wrap underlayment. New roof including full ice and water shield and black architectural shingles. All new 1-3/4" thick interior 1-panel shaker style doors, baseboard and trim, and matte black levers and hardware. R-38 Closed cell spray foam insulation on exterior walls, as well as R-19 fiberglass insulation between floors and all interior walls to minimize sound travel between floors and rooms. All new electric, plumbing, gas lines, and HVAC throughout the home and coach house, including new 400-amp electric service. Whole home generator by Generac, New HVAC Forced Air System including three Carrier furnaces and three A/C units, Honeywell whole-home humidifiers, and Aprilaire 8100 ERV's. Lutron LED dimmable lighting with round 4" trims. Smart, programable Nest thermostats w/ 5 separate climate zones. New sod, landscaping, & hardscaping, including built-in irrigation & landscape lighting. This is truly one-of-kind home!

Perfection awaits at 111 Oxford, located in sought-after East Kenilworth. This exquisite 6-bedroom, 4.2-bathroom English-style home has undergone a complete renovation in 2024, transforming it from top to bottom. Every inch of this residence has been meticulously designed, with artful finishes on every level. The home showcases stunning 9" white oak hardwood floors, a chef's kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line SubZero and Miele appliances, and thoughtfully designed custom lighting throughout. The luxurious marble baths add to the opulent feel of the space. Let the photos speak for themselves as this home effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. Situated within steps of Sears School, New Trier High School, the beach, train, and town, this property offers an unbeatable lifestyle in one of the most coveted locations on the North Shore.

Just steps from Lake Michigan...indulge in luxury in this private East Kenilworth estate on over half an acre, masterfully expanded and renovated by Chip Hackley in 2017 with a 2024 kitchen refresh and reimagined floor plan. Renowned for his ability to marry modern luxury with historical integrity, Hackley transformed this 6BD/8.1BA C. Whitney Stevens property into a harmonious blend of timeless elegance and contemporary living with features that include: transformed primary suite, 7 newer baths (5 remodeled & 2 newly added), a gorgeous architectural coach house that seamlessly reflects the home's original grandeur with 2nd floor living, new private bath/changing station plus a salt water pool, two pergolas, built in exterior fireplace, fully equipped outdoor kitchen, fresh 3 1/2 car garage with motorcycle lift and Tesla charging station set up, expanded mudroom with unique underground access all leading to this gorgeous English Manor revitalization. This comfortable home's layout which balances formal and casual spaces, offers breathtaking garden and pool views, with an easy indoor-outdoor flow showcasing the grand foyer with dual entrances, a three story hand carved oak staircase, exquisite wainscoting, coffered ceilings with intricately restored plaster ceilings, built in cabinetry throughout, elegant arch entryways, leaded glass windows framed in limestone and richly paneled wood walls & doors all leading to the generously scaled formal living room, dining room with dual sided limestone fireplace and handsome wood paneled library. A haven for culinary enthusiasts, the gourmet kitchen is a true masterpiece with top-of-the-line appliances (mostly 2017), custom cabinetry, large center island, exquisite stone countertops, a Barber Wilson nickel sink and connected breakfast room. An attached command center office offers convenience, while the adjacent family room is a showpiece in design as it offers stunning outdoor views and opens to the living room that spans multiple floor to ceiling French doors leading the way to the recently re-built all-season, cedar wood screened porch carefully designed to optimize natural light and comfort. The freshly renovated primary suite is a sanctuary of serenity, featuring an incredible, oversized, walk-in dressing gallery and a spa-like bathroom adorned with the finest marble, custom cabinetry and a dual head walk-in shower.Three well-proportioned bedrooms, each meticulously designed for absolute comfort and privacy feature luxurious en-suite bathrooms, custom closets that amplify the sense of casual luxury while an additional exercise room, homework room (or 5th BR) and private porch/playroom overlook the spectacular pool and grounds round out the second floor. The breathtaking rebuilt third floor with its treetop views boasts an impressive living space that includes a family room, game nook, additional (6th) bedroom and spectacular bath - perfect for guests or extended family. The home's lower level, accessed by multiple staircases, boasts the newly added unique mudroom with ample organization for everyday living, an underground breezeway, plus two expansive recreation areas, gym with sauna, great laundry space and several versatile bonus rooms, perfect for your varying needs all while fostering a sense of connectivity and entertainment. Hackley's signature attention to detail continues by seamlessly extending the home's allure with breathtaking bluestone terraces overlooking the pool, coach house and professionally manicured grounds that unveil lush gardens, mature trees and fragrant blossoms. These expansive grounds on .6 acre are a private oasis that exudes a resort-like experience, all within the confines of your own estate just steps away from Lake Michigan, Sears School, New Trier, train, town, shopping, dining and more...making this the ideal home for those who value true luxury, historical significance and ultimate convenience. Showings begin September 17th.

Welcome to one of Kenilworth's most elegant and refined homes. At the end of a quiet street, this reconstructed historic brick Masterpiece is the fine combination of rarified quality and modern comfort. Luxury and thoughtful design abound in this 5 BR 7.1 BA & 1BR/1BA COACH HOUSE. Details include Sophisticated Storm/flood Control. Tile roof, copper gutters. Basement: 9' high basement w fully-equipped 7-seat Theater, large playroom, 2 laundries- basement/ 2nd Floor. 1st Floor: exquisite custom quarter sawn aged oak hand-carved Library & DR, Plaster work that will take your breathe away. Gourmet Kitchen, Extra Thick Marble. GOURMET appliances: SUBZERO, VIKING, MIELE, 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers. Separate breakfast room. Magnificent FR. 2nd floor: Luxurious Primary Suite w spa BA, Spa Shower, Polished Volcanic Limestone Soaking Tub, Huge His/her separate closets. 2nd floor Laundry. 4 Large BRs w/ En-suite BAs & custom closets. Large Bright 3rd-floor playroom/sitting room w/ Full BA. Custom Millwork & Plasterwork. State of the Art Low Voltage System: Security Alarm, 8 cameras, entertainment systems. Highest Efficiency HVAC. All Systems (plumbing, electric, heating, etc) are New. Walk to award-winning Joseph Sears School (JK-8), New Trier, Train, Lake, Shopping, Parks, and more.

You will not see anything like this anywhere else. The Jewel Box of the North Shore. George Maher's "Sutton Home," meticulously restored. Fireplaces from London, fixtures from Paris, Stained Glass Windows by Giannini & Hilgart, and a supremely rare Lotus Pond Mosaic make this house a rare and precious treasure for the discerning buyer. All modern amenities include:6br/6.5ba home in Prime East Kenilworth. Fully outfitted chef's kitchen, luxurious master bath suite, attached three-car garage, and full finished basement. This property has everything to offer combined with handwork and artistry that cannot be produced today. Walk to desired Joseph Sears (k-80 school), train, and lake. Large finished lower level with movie theater, wine cellar, bathroom, large recreation area, large office, and custom-built laundry room. Low voltage system throughout the house. Magnificent curb appeal with unique museum quality hand-made double pane Marvin windows with original retrofitted stained glass windows. First floor features, large mudroom are off attached garage, solid and modern custom-built Cabinetry with side-by-side subzero fridge and freezer, double Wolf oven, warming drawer, 48" La Cornue stove with SS hood. Taj Mahal natural stone. Two large farm-style sinks, Butler sink, and extra-large dining room. Large family room with custom built Fireplace, extra-large living room with original wood paneling, large office. Second floor includes luxurious master suite w spa BA, Wide shower, soaking tub, detailed and custom mirror work. Enormous master bedroom with sitting area, wet bar, cabinets, and Countertops, low voltage system, custom-built century-old wooden fireplace with custom glass tile pattern. Auxiliary bedrooms with en-suite baths. Second-floor laundry. Third-floor features one full bath shower, 2 large BR and attic/storage space. Call LA for a private tour. LISTING AGENT MUST ACCOMPANY ALL SHOWINGS.

BRING YOUR BUYERS WITH THEIR ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS TO THIS EXCELLENT LAKEFRONT PROPERTY! PRIVACY IS THE NEW LUXURY... 1.587 acres of premier lakefront property with an 11,000 sf home (5bd/6.3ba) on a deep double lot (550 X 125) only 15 miles from the city! Situated in the mostly residential enclave of the prestigious north shore community of KENILWORTH. TWO LOTS: LOT 1 is 44,759 sf OR 1.0275 acres and LOT 2 is 24,374 sf OR 0.5595 acres. TOTAL is 69,133 sf OR 1.587 acres. FABULOUS TABLE LAND FOR MAXIMUM USE. The house sits on the lakefront property and a sculpture (sculptures NOT included in price) garden sits on other lot. Primary BD + 4 BDS, 6 FULL BATHS + 3 HALF BATHS, attached 3 car garage, finished basement, ELEVATOR, Charming one bedroom suite for guests, staff. Magnificent views of lake, mature trees on lot, stairs to concrete breakfront & revetment. Options to improve are numerous! AMAZING OPPORTUNITY!! ***PROOF OF FUNDS PRIOR TO SHOWING CONFIRMATION*** ***DO NOT APPROACH. PROPERTY OCCUPIED***