1940 Chestnut Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091

• 3 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 2,484 sqft

Property Description

Set on one of Kenilworth Gardens' most desirable streets, this charming center-entry brick Colonial offers warmth, space, and an unbeatable location. The welcoming living room features a fireplace with marble surround, while the sunny dining room overlooks the yard and deep lot with room for expansion. A first-floor office adds flexibility, and hardwood floors throughout, along with high-end curtains, bring style and continuity to the home. The DeGiulio kitchen is well appointed with a Viking oven, Bosch dishwasher, two wall ovens, and a breakfast nook. The spacious primary bedroom includes a full bath, and a cedar closet in the hallway adds a special touch. The basement, fully rehabbed in 2021, provides exceptional additional living space with a fireplace, kitchenette with wine cooler, abundant storage, and two washers and two dryers. Complete with a sprinkler system, 2-car garage, and walk-to-train convenience, this property is being sold as is.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

April 3, 2026 at 1:20AM

Listing Office:

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago : 847-492-9660

Listing Agent:

Mariana Alfar : 847-890-2490

MLS ID:

12602580

Interior

• Rooms: Office
• Dining: Separate
• Basement: FinishedFull
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Natural Gas
• Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaces: 2
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• Style: Colonial
• Parking: YesGarage OwnedDetachedGarageParking spaces: 2

Construction

• General: 2 Stories

Location

• HOA Amenities: Not Applicable
• Originating MLS: mred
• School District: 39
• County: Cook

Lot

• Zoning: 05283010310000

Utilities

• Water: Lake Michigan
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: mred
• Ownership: Fee Simple