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Agnes Wlodarczyk

agnesw3@yahoo.com +1(847) 909-0019

Listed by Susan O'Connorof Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

$ 2,475,000

Est. payment | -/mo

8 Beds

4.5 Baths

5,000 SqFt

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$ 2,475,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save

8 Beds

4.5 Baths

5,000 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,000 sqft

Price per Sqft $495

MLS Listing ID 12485443

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 8

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1896

Annual Tax Amount $36,403

Tax Year 2024

Lot Dimensions 50 X 298

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Distinguished by its striking crow-stepped gable, this remarkable residence stands proudly in the heart of historic Kenwood. Built in 1896 for Edith and Laurence Carton, the home was designed by noted architect William Otis, a graduate of Paris's prestigious Ecole des Beaux-Arts and a protege of William LeBaron Jenney. At the height of Chicago's fascination with revival architecture, Otis looked to the canals of Amsterdam for inspiration, creating a residence that beautifully captures the elegance and craftsmanship of 17th-century Dutch design. Commissioned for the treasurer of Swift & Company, the home remains an exceptionally preserved example of architectural artistry and enduring quality. Beyond its richly detailed brick facade lies a grand yet welcoming interior filled with natural light. Original woodwork, art glass, and decorative tile have been meticulously preserved and thoughtfully complemented by modern updates. Expansive formal living and dining rooms flow effortlessly into a warm, inviting kitchen and a sunlit family room that opens onto a spacious deck-ideal for both elegant entertaining and everyday living. Offering eight bedrooms, multiple fireplaces, and a dramatic third-floor family room with soaring 15-foot ceilings, the residence provides extraordinary scale, character, and versatility. Set on a beautifully landscaped, tree-lined lot, the property also includes a charming coach house with a two-bedroom apartment-perfect for guests, extended family, or supplemental income. Timeless, sophisticated, and well maintained, this extraordinary home offers a rare opportunity to own a treasured piece of Kenwood's architectural heritage.

Location

State IL

County Cook

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Full

Interior

Heating Natural Gas

Cooling Wall Unit(s)

Fireplaces Number 6

Fireplace Y

Appliance Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Laundry In Unit

Exterior

Exterior Feature Outdoor Grill

Garage Spaces 2.0

View Y/N true

Building

Lot Description Landscaped, Mature Trees

Story 3 Stories

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

Structure Type Brick,Stone

New Construction false

Schools

School District 299, 299, 299

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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1700 W Higgins Rd, Plaines, IL,, 60018

4923 S Greenwood Avenue Chicago, IL 60615