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Wilmette, IL 60091,1118 Forest AVE
Wilmette, IL 60091,1118 Forest AVE
Wilmette, IL 60091,1118 Forest AVE
Wilmette, IL 60091,1118 Forest AVE
Wilmette, IL 60091,1118 Forest AVE
Wilmette, IL 60091,1118 Forest AVE
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Taylor O'Neill

Taylor O'Neill

+1(847) 226-6036
$ 2,595,000
Est. payment | /mo

6 Beds

5 Baths

5,669 SqFt

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$ 2,595,000
Est. payment | /mo
Save

6 Beds

5 Baths

5,669 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,669 sqft

Price per Sqft $457

Subdivision East Wilmette

MLS Listing ID 12323103

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 2

Year Built 1905

Annual Tax Amount $35,327

Tax Year 2023

Lot Dimensions 75X185

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

PRICE DROP ALERT, your dream home just became more attainable for this gorgeous all brick home in East Wilmette!!! 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 custom millwork, solid quarter-sawn oak pocket doors and gleaming newly refinished hardwood floors. The first floor features a lovely sitting room, cozy office, 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!

Location

State IL

County Cook

Area Wilmette

Rooms

Basement Finished, Full

Interior

Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room

Heating Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood, Carpet

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning

Equipment TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Fireplace Y

Appliance Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Gas Cooktop

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Community Features Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Wooded

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Brick, No

Sewer Storm Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

Structure Type Brick

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Central Elementary School

Middle Schools Wilmette Junior High School

High Schools New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

School District 39 , 39, 203

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

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Listed by Liz Van Horn • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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42 E Grand Ave #102, Fox Lake, Illinois, 60020, USA

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