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919 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
$2,375,000 List price
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5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
4,179 sqft
0.4 acres
$568 / sqft
House
Property details
About 919 Forest Ave
Lovely EAST WILMETTE home on a brick street in a desirable, highly coveted "walk to everything" location. A wide covered front porch overlooks the oversized lot (94 x 185) and sets the tone to this gracious and recently renovated home and yard. The perfect blend of old-world charm and modern updates. The first floor features a grand oak staircase that leads to a beautiful second floor landing. The dining room has original pocket doors and leaded glass windows. Off the dining room is a powder room. A formal living room features quarter sawn oak pocket doors, trim, built in shelves, a wood burning fireplace, and many oversized windows with a cozy built-in window nook. Pocket doors lead to the family room and updated chef's kitchen with a large island that seats five. The newly renovated kitchen has top-of-the-line appliances, beautiful quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, large pantry, closet, and a convenient 2nd staircase to access the second floor. The family room off the kitchen is spacious and features a gas fireplace with a large tv/sound system. Off the family room is a cozy south-facing sunroom. A glass door from the sunroom opens to the new large patio with a custom stone grill area including a natural gas fire table. This stunning outdoor oasis was completely relandscaped and hardscaped in 2021-- perfect for entertaining! The second floor offers 5 beds and 2 full baths (one bedroom is used as a laundry room). The primary bedroom has a gas fireplace and a south facing sunroom. All bedrooms are nicely scaled- 4th and 5th bedrooms share the en-suite updated Jack and Jill bath. Wonderful 3rd-floor retreat with full bath and skylights allowing for lots of light - a perfect guest suite or office. Lots of additional storage in the attic on that floor. The lower level was completely renovated in 2021 and is finished with an updated recreation/media room with surround sound, built-in bar area, full bath, and separate room that can be an office or bedroom. The workout room has a tv and there is a large storage room next door with built in shelves. The beautiful, oversized lot (94 x 185) has been professionally landscaped and hardscaped with mature trees and a stone patio - a peaceful and private setting sure to delight outdoor enthusiasts. Other outdoor features include the 3-car detached garage, a large parking pad for 2 additional parking spaces, and a basketball hoop. Convenient location... to schools, beach, Metra, and downtown shopping. A pristine gem in East Wilmette.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size4,179 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.399 Acres
Year built1911
ParkingOff Alley, Side Apron
MLS #12283680
Garage3 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- MLS Number: 12283680
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
- Office Phone: (847) 881-0200
- Listing Agent: Mary Baubonis
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2007 | Home Sold | $1,600,000 |
| Aug 20, 2001 | Home Sold | $1,360,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $160,842 | $33,810 |
| 2021 | $121,981 | $30,824 |
| 2020 | $121,981 | $30,379 |
| 2019 | $142,641 | $31,756 |
| 2018 | $127,419 | $29,496 |
| 2017 | $133,050 | $29,997 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Central Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.2 mi
•910 Central Ave
8
McKenzie Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.7 mi
•649 Prairie Ave
6
Willard Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•2700 Hurd Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $185,588. Typical income of Wilmette, IL residents is $200k+ annually. Most families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
20%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
45%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
32%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
7%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
28%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
BMW
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classical
Talk/Personality
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 919 Forest Ave
This home is located at 919 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL and zip code 60091 in the L. L. Greenleaf's neighborhood. This 4,179 square foot home, which was built in 1911, sits on a 0.40 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,375,000.
In January 2025, from all listings sold in Wilmette, IL there were more than 9 sold above asking price, over 12 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Wilmette, IL increased by 18.5% between December and January 2025. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 28 days, the median list price was $925,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.