1118 Forest Ave

Wilmette, IL 60091

$2,495,000
Price
6
Beds
5,669 Sq. Ft.
$440 / Sq. Ft.
5,669
Sq. Ft.
$440
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 1118 Forest! Your dream home just became more attainable! 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...Welcome to 1118 Forest! Your dream home just became more attainable! 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!
  1. Listed by Liz Van Horn • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
  2. Listed by Courtney Cook • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details for 1118 Forest Avenue

Area
Wilmette
Subdivision
East Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 07/02/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 1118 Forest Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12323103
Days on Market101
Taxes$35,327 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1905
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,875 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1118 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1905Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,875 SF

Payment Calculator

$16,016 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,072

Property Taxes

$2,944

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1118 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 39
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Wilmette Junior High School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Window Features: Screens,Some Stained Glass,Some Wood Windows
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Office, Bonus Room, Foyer, Recreation Room, Exercise Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Storm Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2012
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Lot Dimensions: 75X185
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 14
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 3
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3952
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-03-31T22:22:19
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 9
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 18X17
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X15
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X11
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X35
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X8
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X21
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X11

Property History for 1118 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 26, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12323103

$2,495,000
May 10, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12323103

$2,595,000
Mar 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12323103

$2,775,000
Feb 24, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12223529

$2,945,000
Jan 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12223529

$2,945,000
Jun 1, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #332281276

$1,500,000
Jun 1, 2012

Sold

MRED #08020809

$1,500,000
Jan 12, 2012

Pending

MRED #08020809

Jan 5, 2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08020809

$1,525,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2025

Price Change

MRED #12323103

$2,495,000
05/10/2025

Price Change

MRED #12323103

$2,595,000
03/31/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12323103

$2,775,000
02/24/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12223529

$2,945,000
01/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12223529

$2,945,000
06/01/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #332281276

$1,500,000
06/01/2012

Sold

MRED #08020809

$1,500,000
01/12/2012

Pending

MRED #08020809

01/05/2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08020809

$1,525,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1118 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$38,156Additions$120,843Total$158,999
Tax Record2023$35,327 ($2,944 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,952 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,952 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,875 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1909CountyCOOKAPN05-27-315-017Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1118 Forest Avenue

This home is within New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Highcrest Middle School
Public5 to 6

Wilmette Junior High School
Public7 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1118 Forest Avenue is a single family home for sale in Wilmette, IL 60091. This property was listed for sale on March 31, 2025 by @properties Christie's International Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,495,000. It has been on the market for a total of 101 days and was last sold on June 1, 2012. This listing's school districts are New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District, Wilmette School District 39. Nearby schools include Central Elementary School, Highcrest Middle School and Wilmette Junior High School. 1118 Forest Avenue is a 6-bed, 5-bath, 5,669 sqft single family home built in 1905.

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