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1917 Greenwood Avenue

Wilmette, IL 60091
$995,000
3beds
2baths
2,642sqft
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About this home

Picture-perfect Kenilworth Gardens Colonial with timeless curb appeal-crisp white siding, navy shutters, and a coastal blue front door evoking the charm of a Hamptons-inspired home. A beautiful bluestone walkway leads to the welcoming front entrance, setting the tone for this classic yet refreshed home. Inside, the home feels bright, white, and beautifully refreshed, anchored by a charming living room with bay window and fireplace that creates a warm and inviting gathering space. The 2019 kitchen renovation blends classic style with modern function and features a Wolf range, white farmhouse sink, brushed gold hardware, and island seating. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area and opens to a cozy family room with vertical shiplap walls, overlooking the backyard and two-car garage. The second floor offers a primary bedroom, a spacious hall bath with double sinks, and two additional bedrooms, all filled with natural light and classic character. The finished lower level provides flexible living space with a rec room, office area, and laundry. Outside, enjoy a manicured fenced backyard with brick patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining plus a 2 car garage. Recent improvements include all new Marvin windows, updated doors and hardware, a high-efficiency Bosch heat pump HVAC system with Unico air handler (2022), and a fully restored chimney system with new liner, flue resurfacing, and top damper (2021)-significant upgrades already completed for the next owner. Convenient walk-up attic allows for storage. All of this in a prime Kenilworth Gardens location close to schools, parks, the Metra train, and downtown Wilmette shops and restaurants. Showings will be 4/11 and 4/12 make showing in showingtime. Possession will be given June 15th.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built1927
Garage spaces2
Fireplaces1
Lot size
Architectural styleColonial
Annual tax$19,311.84
CountyCook
MLS #MRD12604734
Days on market6

Schools

ElementaryHarper Elementary School
Middle / JuniorWilmette Junior High School
High schoolNew Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

Features

Heating
BaseboardRadiator(s)
Cooling
Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposal
Parking
AsphaltYesGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
Vinyl SidingFrame
Sewer
Storm Sewer
Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bonnie Tripton · 773-896-5628

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/14/2026, 1:35:03 PM. All data should be independently verified.

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