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Welcome to 835 Forest Avenue - East Wilmette Living at Its Best. Perfectly situated in the heart of East Wilmette, this move-in ready 5-bedroom, 2.1-bath home offers the ideal blend of charm, space, and walkable convenience. Just steps to town, Metra trains, top-rated schools, the beach, Plaza del Lago, and more - the location truly can't be beat. The sun-drenched first floor features a gracious "figure-eight" floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. A welcoming entry foyer leads to a formal living room and a formal dining room complete with a wet bar. The updated eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a large, south-facing family room filled with natural light. A powder room and spacious covered deck complete this level, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor connection. Upstairs, the second floor offers a spacious primary suite, three generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space, a hall bath, and the convenience of second-floor laundry. The third floor offers a fifth bedroom with a large common space that is ready to be customized to your needs. The finished lower level includes a recreation room plus three substantial storage areas, providing excellent flexibility and organization. Step outside to enjoy the covered back deck overlooking your deep, 85-foot private lot, along with a newer two-car garage. A rare opportunity to enjoy space, light, and an unbeatable East Wilmette location - all in one beautiful home
| DAYS ON MARKET | 13 | LAST UPDATED | 3/9/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR BUILT | 1901 | COMMUNITY | Wilmette |
| GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 | COUNTY | Cook |
| STATUS | Conditional | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| School District | New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi |
|---|---|
| Elementary School | Central Elementary School |
| Jr. High School | Highcrest Middle School |
| High School | New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Humidifier, Microwave, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Wine Refrigerator |
| AREA | Wilmette |
| BASEMENT | Full, Partially Finished, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Other |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Natural Gas |
| INTERIOR | Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar |
| LOT | 9252 sq ft |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Corner Lot |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 50x185 |
| PARKING | Garage Door Opener, Detached, Garage |
| SEWER | Public Sewer |
| STYLE | Farmhouse |
| TAXES | 20137 |
| WATER | Public |
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