$1,550,000

beds

baths

half bath

2236 Birchwood Avenue

Wilmette, Illinois 60091

Closed / MLS #12394355 / Single Family / Wilmette

Listing information updated 8/1/2025 at 3:03pm

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!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Zoned

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

N/A

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

12x22 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x16 - Main

Family Room:

18x18 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

26x24 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x14 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

16x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

13x13 - Second

Bedroom 5:

12x9 - Second Level

Walk In Closet:

4x14 - Second Level

Office:

12x11 - Basement Level

Recreation Rm:

19x21 - Basement Level

Play Room:

19x22 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$22,465

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60091

City:

Wilmette

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

39, 203

Elementary School:

Harper Elementary School

Middle School:

Wilmette Junior High School

High School:

New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/Wi

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Zoned

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

N/A

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

12x22 - Main

Dining Room:

13x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x16 - Main

Family Room:

18x18 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

26x24 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x14 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

16x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

13x13 - Second

Bedroom 5:

12x9 - Second Level

Walk In Closet:

4x14 - Second Level

Office:

12x11 - Basement Level

Recreation Rm:

19x21 - Basement Level

Play Room:

19x22 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$22,465

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60091

City:

Wilmette

County:

Cook

School District(s):

39, 203

Elementary School:

Harper Elementary School

Middle School:

Wilmette Junior High School

High School:

New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/Wi

Listing Office: Compass

Listing Office Phone: 847.446.9600

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