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$2,495,000

1118 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
6 Beds6 Baths0 sqft57 days
1118 Forest Avenue·Wilmette, IL 60091
6Bedrooms
6Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1905Year Built
About This Home

Although it's in the PLN still easy to show! The location cannot be beat as it is steps to town, train, schools and Gillson beach. Seize the opportunity to own this beloved 5/6 bedroom, 4.2 bath home situated on an oversized 75' wide by 185' deep lot! You'll dream of having coffee on the swing of the huge sunlit front porch or on the back deck of the oversized fenced-in yard with beautiful tree coverage for natural shade. Once inside you'll find timeless character and incredible charm with gleaming hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, solid quarter-sawn oak pocket doors and more. The first floor features a lovely sitting room, a gracious living room with woodburning fireplace and bookcases, a grand dining room perfect for hosting family gatherings...all leading to the huge open concept updated kitchen/family room with high ceilings and 2 story windows flooding this room with natural light! A beautiful staircase and spectacular stained glass window leads you to the 2nd floor of 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Retreat to the spacious primary suite with a vaulted ceiling, newer windows and a spa like bath. With multiple at-home working spaces, storage options, and flex rooms to use as your needs require, this home has everything. At a total of nearly 6000 Sq. Ft., this home offers both appeal and the convenience of modern life, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere that honors history while embracing innovation. Lower level offers a bathroom, laundry, a huge recreation room with new carpet, high ceilings and attached bball hoop. Hockey fans will adore the puck-shooting room, which can easily be converted into an exercise room. You'll also find extra parking, as the rare front driveway accommodates at least 4 cars in addition to the 2 car detached garage. Enjoy this home's location near the thriving downtown community of Wilmette! Outdoor hockey rink, boards, and accessories included if so desired. Don't miss out on this Unbeatable Value!

MLS# 12510077Listed November 3, 2025ResidentialSubdivision: East Wilmette
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms6
Total Bathrooms6
Full Baths4
Half Baths2
Total Rooms14

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1905
Lot Size75X185

Location

CountyCook
TownshipNew Trier
SubdivisionEast Wilmette
Zip Code60091

Financial

List Price$2,495,000
Annual Taxes (2023)$35,327
Monthly Tax Est.$2,944
Parcel #05273150170000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)CooktopGas Cooktop

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

FinishedFull

Fireplace

Wood Burning
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Brick/MortarConcrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

PatioPorch

Lot Features

Wooded
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Storm Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Parking

ConcreteGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$0
Not Applicable

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
Schools
Elementary
Central Elementary School
District: 39
Middle School
Wilmette Junior High School
District: 39
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
District: 203
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$35,327
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$2,944
per month
Property Location

1118 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 — Cook County

$2,495,000
1118 Forest Avenue
6 bd6 ba0 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
57 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
75X185
$35,327/yr taxes
$0 HOA (not applicable)
$16,056
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$13,112/mo
Property Tax
$2,944/mo
$2,495,000
20% — $499,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,996,000
Down Payment
$499,000

* 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: Liz Van Horn
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