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$849,000

1617 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
3 Beds2 Baths0 sqft5 days
1617 Forest Avenue·Wilmette, IL 60091
3Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1951Year Built
About This Home

Nestled on one of Wilmette's most sought after streets, in the McKenzie school district- this meticulously cared for home is waiting to surprise you! Behind this quaint exterior you will find sun-filled living spaces, huge bedrooms , vaulted ceilings and space galore! Welcoming foyer ushers you into the large, open living room with woodburing fireplace, adjoining den and adjacent sun room with panoramic views of the lushly planted backyard. Huge kitchen is a chef's dream with 12' ceilings, 6.5' island AND room for 6+ person table! Cozy dining room has a charming bay of windows overlooking the deck. Also on the first floor, a large bedroom with ample closets and a full bath! Climb the stairs to the second floor which boasts 2 massive treetop bedrooms with stunning views and huge cedar-lined closets. Also on this level; a generously sized bathroom with a walk-in shower and ample storage, a large common closet and a generous hall with room for a reading nook or desk space. FULL unfinished basement with 7' ceilings and fireplace offers a HUGE OPPORTUNITY for even more living space! Currently divided into a laundry room, Rec Room, Work Room & Storage Room- there is sooo much that can be done with this space! The backyard is a true oasis with multilevel deck with for outdoor dining and entertaining and gorgeous plantings. Brick path leads to oversized 2 car garage. All of this in a PERFECT location, just steps to schools and downtown Wilmette!!! HIGHEST AND BEST DUE MONDAY 9/22 at 7pm!

MLS# 12476435Listed September 19, 2025ResidentialCottage
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms3
Total Bathrooms2
Full Baths2
Half Baths0
Total Rooms9

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces2
Year Built1951
Lot Size50 X 161

Location

CountyCook
TownshipNew Trier
Zip Code60091

Financial

List Price$849,000
Annual Taxes (2023)$12,715
Monthly Tax Est.$1,060
Parcel #05284230060000
Interior Features

Appliances

MicrowaveDishwasherHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)CooktopOvenElectric Cooktop

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

UnfinishedFullDaylight

Laundry

Gas Dryer HookupElectric Dryer HookupSink

Fireplace

Wood BurningIncludes Accessories
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Wood Siding

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Outdoor Grill

Patio & Porch

Deck

Lot Features

Landscaped
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Parking

Off AlleyGarage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
Schools
Elementary
Mckenzie 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
$12,715
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,060
per month
Property Location

1617 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 — Cook County

$849,000
1617 Forest Avenue
3 bd2 ba0 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
5 days on market
2-car garage
2 fireplaces
50 X 161
$12,715/yr taxes
$5,521
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$4,462/mo
Property Tax
$1,060/mo
$849,000
20% — $169,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$679,200
Down Payment
$169,800

* 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: Kirsten Coleman
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