Active Under Contract

$1,898,000

1115 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
6 Beds5 Baths0 sqft9 days
1115 Forest Avenue·Wilmette, IL 60091
6Bedrooms
5Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1913Year Built
About This Home

A rare offering in the heart of Wilmette, this timeless Prairie-style residence blends architectural character, gracious scale, and thoughtful modern updates just moments from downtown, the train, parks, beaches, and award-winning schools. Set behind a welcoming front porch that feels lifted from a storybook, the home unfolds with beautifully proportioned living spaces layered in warmth and craftsmanship, from rich hardwood flooring and coffered ceilings to leaded glass windows, extensive millwork, and curated designer details throughout. The elegant living room is anchored by a striking gas fireplace flanked by built-ins, while the formal dining room delivers classic sophistication with a crystal chandelier and refined architectural detailing. At the heart of the home, the expansive kitchen was thoughtfully renovated and designed for both effortless daily living and entertaining, featuring granite countertops, premium appliances, an oversized island with prep sink and seating, pantry storage, planning desk, and seamless flow into a sun-drenched breakfast room with vaulted ceilings and skylights. The adjoining family room offers an inviting retreat with crown molding and recessed lighting overlooking the beautifully landscaped grounds. The second level hosts a serene primary suite complete with organized walk-in closet and a bath featuring Grohe fixtures, skylight, dual vanities, and private shower suite, alongside three additional generously sized bedrooms with hardwood flooring, bay windows, and abundant closet space. The third floor provides exceptional flexibility with two additional bedrooms and full bath ideal for guest suites, offices, creative studios, fitness spaces, or private retreats. A finished lower level expands the home's livability with recreation space, full bath, laundry, and extensive storage. Significant improvements and infrastructure updates provide tremendous peace of mind, including extensive renovations and addition completed in 1999, updated energy-efficient windows, dual-zoned HVAC with SpacePak system, whole-house generator, sprinkler system, updated electrical, newer garage with loft storage and additional parking on concrete pad, updated landscaping, fenced yard, brick patio and walkways, and multiple mechanical improvements throughout. Perfectly positioned just blocks from vibrant downtown Wilmette, the Metra, shopping, dining, parks, and lakefront amenities, this is a home that beautifully balances historic charm with the functionality and lifestyle today's buyers crave, an extraordinary opportunity to own a residence with soul, scale, and enduring elegance in one of the North Shore's most coveted communities.

MLS# 12595060Listed May 14, 2026ResidentialPrairie
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms6
Total Bathrooms5
Full Baths4
Half Baths1
Total Rooms12

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1913
Lot Size0.212 acres

Location

CountyCook
TownshipNew Trier
Zip Code60091

Financial

List Price$1,898,000
Annual Taxes (2024)$26,844
Monthly Tax Est.$2,237
Parcel #05273200050000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenRangeDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalHumidifier

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced AirSteamBaseboardSep Heating Systems - 2+Zoned

Cooling

Central AirSmall Duct High Velocity

Basement

Partially FinishedFull

Laundry

Sink

Fireplace

Gas LogGas Starter
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Stucco

Roof

Asphalt

Patio & Porch

Patio
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Parking

Off AlleySide DrivewayGarage Door OpenerYesDetachedGarage
Schools
Elementary
Central Elementary School
District: 39
Middle School
Highcrest Middle School
District: 39
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
District: 203
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$26,844
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$2,237
per month
Property Location

1115 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091Cook County

$1,898,000
1115 Forest Avenue
6 bd5 ba0 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
9 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
0.212 acres
$26,844/yr taxes
$12,212
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$9,975/mo
Property Tax
$2,237/mo
$1,898,000
20% — $379,600
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,518,400
Down Payment
$379,600

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent: Connie Dornan
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