IL
Cook
Wilmette
60091
835 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
45
$1,550,000

Home Details for 835 Forest Avenue

Price
$1,550,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3.0
Square feet
3002
Year built
1901
Lot size acres
0.2124
County
Cook
Total rooms
11
Garage
2
Basement
Partially Finished, Full
Days on site
0
MLS Listing#
12579837
Property Description

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

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Property Features
  • House Interior
    • Entrance Foyer
    • Wet Bar
    • Built-in Features
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Parking
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Detached
    • Garage
  • Cooling Information
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Central Air
  • Basement
    • Partially Finished
    • Full
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
  • Water Features
    • Public
School Information
School Information for 835 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
Elementary School
Central Elementary School
Middle School
Highcrest Middle School
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Listing Courtesy: @properties Christie's International Real Estate - 847-881-0200
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Last Updated: 2026-02-28 18:30:24
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