1500 FOREST Avenue
Wilmette, IL, 60091 $ 1,325,000
Bedrooms5 Baths3.1 Sq 2,255 Monthly Estimate*
$ 8,158
for $1,325,000 with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 1 half bath. This 2,255 square foot home was built in 1927 on a lot size of 0.1607.
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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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2255
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Radiator(s)
Cooling Small Duct High Velocity
Possession Closing
Roof Tile
Appliances Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Disposal Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 3
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Colonial
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1927
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township New Trier
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Park Pool Tennis Court(s) Lake Sidewalks Street Lights
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Contingency Attorney/Inspection
Subdivision Name Mckenzie
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 3
Status Contingent
Directions lake to 15th go north 1blk. house on N/W corner of 15t and forest
High School New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
City Wilmette
High School District 203
MLS Area Wilmette
Elementary School Mckenzie Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 17394
Middle/Junior High School Wilmette Junior High School
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Middle/Junior School District 39
Elementary School District 39
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InteriorBasement Finished Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen Gas Log
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Bedroom 5 Recreation Room Utility Room-Lower Level Office Foyer
Total Baths 4
Bedrooms Possible 5
Bathroom Separate Shower Soaking Tub
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Other
Parking Features Concrete Garage Door Opener Heated Garage Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Lot Features Corner Lot
Water Source Public
Total Parking 3
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 50X140
Lot Size Acres 0.1607
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment CO Detectors Ceiling Fan(s) Sump Pump
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* Excluded FeaturesList By@Properties Christie's International Real EstateBroker
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Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $8,158
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $1,450
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $1,721,424
Percent of Sale Price 30%
About Wilmette, IL 26,933 Population
-2% Since 2002
$ 142,031 Median Income
47.32 Median Age
40% Households with Children
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566426 Elementary School
564600 Middle School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 2/12/2026 | $1,325,000 | | Listed Price |