$1,300,000

beds

baths

half baths

2,484

square ft

1940 Chestnut Avenue

Wilmette, Illinois 60091

New / MLS #12602580 / Single Family / Wilmette

Listing information updated 3/31/2026 at 9:03am

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.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,484

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Room Information

Living Room:

12x24 - Main

Dining Room:

12x15 - Main

Kitchen:

22x14 - Main

Family Room:

16x24 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

19x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

16x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

12x10 - Main Level

Laundry:

16x24 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$17,174

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:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

81-90 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,484

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Living Room:

12x24 - Main

Dining Room:

12x15 - Main

Kitchen:

22x14 - Main

Family Room:

16x24 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

19x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

16x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

12x10 - Main Level

Laundry:

16x24 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$17,174

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: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Listing Office Phone: 847.492.9660

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1940 Chestnut Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a single family home currently listed at $1,300,000. 1940 Chestnut Avenue features 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 2 Half Baths. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since March 30th, 2026 and was built in 1941. Nearby schools include Harper Elementary School, Wilmette Junior High School, and New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/Wi. The nearest transit stops include Kenilworth Metra Metra Union Pacific North line.