1118 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
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1118 Forest Avenue,Wilmette, IL 60091
$2,495,000
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 5,669 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by:liz van horn
Office:@properties christie's international real estate
MLS#:12323103
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$2,495,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$440.11
About this home
Welcome to 1118 Forest!!! 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!
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Home facts
- Year built:1905
- Listing ID #:12323103
- Added:177 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 25, 2025 at 01:28 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:6
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:2
- Living area:5,669 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1905
- Building area:5,669 sq. ft.
Schools
- High school:New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- Middle school:Wilmette Junior High School
- Elementary school:Central Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,495,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$440.11
- Tax amount:$35,327 (2023)
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