1118 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS # 12323103)

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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!

DAYS ON MARKET 182 LAST UPDATED 6/26/2025
TRACT East Wilmette YEAR BUILT 1905
COMMUNITY Wilmette GARAGE SPACES 2.0
COUNTY Cook STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Elementary School Central Elementary School
Jr. High School Wilmette Junior High School
High School New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

PRICE HISTORY
Prior to May 10, '25 $2,775,000
May 10, '25 - Jun 26, '25 $2,595,000
Jun 26, '25 - Today $2,495,000


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
AREA Wilmette
BASEMENT Finished, Full, Sump Pump, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Natural Gas
INTERIOR Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters
LOT 0
LOT DESCRIPTION Wooded
LOT DIMENSIONS 75X185
PARKING Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Garage
SUBDIVISION East Wilmette
TAXES 35327.18
UTILITIES Cable Available
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