This updated 2-story Colonial that seamlessly merges 1920's architectural charm with high-end modern improvements is what you've been waiting for. And, it's an ideal location close to thriving downtown Wilmette, Metra train, parks, award-winning schools & beaches along Lake Michigan. Inside, the home retains its timeless appeal with beautiful hardwood floors throughout, elegant crown molding, graceful arched doorways, and abundant natural light. The spacious floor plan includes a welcoming foyer, a large living room with a cozy fireplace, a separate office, powder room and a gourmet kitchen with open-floorplan connecting dining room. Upstairs the primary suite includes a private bath & walk-in closet. The recently renovated 2nd floor bathroom serves 3 bedrooms including tandem bedrooms 3 & 4. The lower level is fully furnished with a large recreation room, 5th bedroom, adjacent full bathroom & large utility/storage room. Current owners meticulously maintained and improved this home with new 3-car heated garage, 2 added bathrooms, new kitchen, updated electric, updated plumbing, complete tear-off roof with 25-year shingles, energy efficient windows, energy efficient boiler, tankless hot water heater & A/C condenser, plus radiant heat on main floor. Fenced yard with gardens and shady screened party room complete the package. Sellers can close anytime but prefer to remain in the home until school ends in June. Please note that all offers are due at 2:00 on Sunday 2/15.
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$1,400,072
1500 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
5beds
2,255sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
7,000.09 Square Feet Lot
$1,422,300 Zestimate®
$621/sqft
$6,305 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,422,300
$1.28M - $1.58M
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Separate officeGraceful arched doorwaysAbundant natural lightSpacious floor planWelcoming foyerEnergy efficient windowsPowder room
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Listing courtesy of:
Lyn Flannery 847-881-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Michael Shin
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12529560
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 133 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X13
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X13
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X11
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,255 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Other
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,000 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X140
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 05284200260000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
- Major remodel year: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Wilmette
- Subdivision: Mckenzie
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Sold | $1,400,072+5.7%$621/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12529560 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Contingent | $1,325,000$588/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12529560 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000+113.7%$588/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12529560 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2011 | Sold | $620,000-0.8%$275/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07756391 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $625,000$277/sqft |
Source: 425 W NORTH AVE #07756391 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $77,152 +0% |
| 2023 | $16,755 +5.8% | $77,151 |
| 2022 | $15,835 +9.3% | $77,151 +30.5% |
| 2021 | $14,494 +1.2% | $59,120 |
| 2020 | $14,315 +2% | $59,120 -9% |
| 2019 | $14,038 -10% | $64,968 -5.8% |
| 2018 | $15,598 +2.8% | $69,000 |
| 2017 | $15,181 +5% | $69,000 |
| 2016 | $14,455 -1.9% | $69,000 +11.3% |
| 2015 | $14,740 +1.5% | $62,000 |
| 2014 | $14,519 +4.8% | $62,000 |
| 2013 | $13,852 +3.1% | $62,000 |
| 2012 | $13,441 +5.1% | $62,000 |
| 2011 | $12,787 +188.2% | $62,000 -15.2% |
| 2010 | $4,438 +21.5% | $73,091 -18.1% |
| 2009 | $3,653 -4.2% | $89,241 -5% |
| 2008 | $3,812 -3.6% | $93,938 |
| 2007 | $3,955 -17.8% | $93,938 +21.3% |
| 2006 | $4,810 +2.9% | $77,413 |
| 2005 | $4,672 -59.3% | $77,413 |
| 2004 | $11,487 +101.5% | $77,413 +38.2% |
| 2003 | $5,701 +0.4% | $56,008 |
| 2002 | $5,680 -14.8% | $56,008 |
| 2001 | $6,667 +4.3% | $56,008 +50% |
| 2000 | $6,393 +3.6% | $37,344 |
| 1999 | $6,171 | $37,344 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60091
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Mckenzie Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Wilmette Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10New Trier Township High School WinnetkaGrades: 10-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mckenzie Elementary School
- Middle: Wilmette Junior High School
- High: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- District: 39
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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