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6 Properties Within 0.5 miles of: 1118 Forest, Wilmette

1118 Forest
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 6 Beds
  • 4 / 2 Baths
  • 5,669 Sq. Ft.
  • Built In 1905
Price

$2,595,000

Est Payment
$16,700 / month (details)  
Taxes
$35,327  
Beds
6  
Baths
4 / 2  
Rooms
14  
Type
Detached Single  
Sq. Ft.
5,669  
Lot Size
75X185  
Built
1905  
Neighborhood
Wilmette  
MLS
#12323103
Status
Active (43 days)

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!

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Property Details

Rooms

Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
21X15
Dining Room
Main
Hardwood
15X13
Kitchen
Main
Hardwood
17X17
Family Room
Main
Hardwood
17X17
Laundry
Basement
Ceramic Tile
6X8
Master Bedroom
Second
Carpet
18X15
Bedroom 2
Second
15X14
Bedroom 3
Second
12X10
Bedroom 4
Second
14X12
Bedroom 5
Third
Hardwood
18X17
Bedroom 6
Third
Hardwood
11X11
Office
Main
Hardwood
13X8
Bonus Room
Main
Hardwood
14X11
Foyer
Main
Hardwood
13X11
Recreation Room
Basement
Carpet
16X35
Exercise Room
Basement
Other
14X21

Utilities

  • Heating Natural Gas
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Water Lake Michigan
  • Sewer Storm Sewer

Additional Information

Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
Appliances
Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
Sub/Complex
East Wilmette
Parking
2 Garage Spaces, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage, Parking included in price
Schools
New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/Wi (203), Wilmette Junior High School (39), Central Elementary School (39)

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Listing History

03-31-2025 Listed at $2,775,000
05-10-2025 Price decreased by $180,000 to $2,595,000
Last Modified 5/10/25 8:52 AM

Nearby Transportation

  • Bus 206 1.1 mi
  • Bus 201 1.1 mi
  • Union Pacific North 0.3 mi
  • Purple Line 1.0 mi
  • I 94 East 2.6 mi
  • I 94 West 2.6 mi
  • Hwy 41 North 2.6 mi
  • Hwy 41 South 3.5 mi
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