Pending37d on marketHistoric · 125 yrs
835 Forest Ave
Wilmette, IL, 60091 • Ouilmette North • Cook County
$1,550,000
$516/sqft
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
3Baths
3,002Sqft
0.21 acLot
1901Built
Property DNA
Farmhouse Style
Built 1901 · 125 years of history
2-Car Garage
Off Alley · Garage Door Opener · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
192 views
People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
37 days on market
Established listing
$516/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1901 · Historic
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
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights newer two-car garage, sun-drenched first floor, and three substantial storage areas as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$10,109/month
Principal & Interest$8,043
Property Tax$1,550
Insurance$517
Down payment20% ($310,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,240,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1901
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot9,252 sqft
Days on Zillow37 Days
Price/sqft$516
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleFarmhouse
Year built1901
Stories3
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionOther
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOff Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
FencingFenced
Lot9,252 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodOuilmette North
Annual tax$20,137
Parcel0527421001
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Wet Bar
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Separate Dining Room
Appliances
Double Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Wine Refrigerator
Cooktop
Range Hood
Humidifier
Flooring
Hardwood
Carpet
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Upper Level
Laundry Closet
Windows
Drapes
Bay Window(s)
Screens
Window Treatments
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Off Alley
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Other
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Other Structures
None
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second27×12 ft324 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (BlindsCurtains/Drapes)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom3
Second13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom4
Second14×8 ft112 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
Bedroom5
Third16×12 ft192 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market37
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$516
On marketMar 3, 2026
PostedMar 3, 2026
Last sold$880,000
MLS statusPending
MLS updatedApr 6, 2026
Tour days6
Views192
Favorites4
How are the schools in Wilmette?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Wilmette, IL, 60091
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 6, 2026Pending Sale$1,550,000$516MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 9, 2026Contingent$1,550,000$516MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 3, 2026Listed For Sale$1,550,000$516MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 30, 2020Sold$880,000$293MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 14, 2020Pending Sale$925,000$308Compass
Jul 21, 2020Price Change$925,000$308Compass
Jun 13, 2020Price Change$975,000$325Compass
Jun 8, 2020Pending Sale$999,000$333Compass
Apr 17, 2020Listed For Sale$999,000$333Compass
Pending Sale$1,550,000
Apr 6, 2026•$516/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$1,550,000
Mar 9, 2026•$516/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$1,550,000
Mar 3, 2026•$516/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$880,000
Oct 30, 2020•$293/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$925,000
Sep 14, 2020•$308/sqft•Compass
Price Change$925,000
Jul 21, 2020•$308/sqft•Compass
Price Change$975,000
Jun 13, 2020•$325/sqft•Compass
Pending Sale$999,000
Jun 8, 2020•$333/sqft•Compass
Listed For Sale$999,000
Apr 17, 2020•$333/sqft•Compass
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$19,398$88,800
Apr 10, 2022$18,337$88,800
Apr 10, 2021$16,188$65,643
Apr 10, 2020$15,982$65,643
Apr 10, 2019$15,494$71,352
Apr 10, 2018$20,163$88,188
Apr 10, 2017$19,620$88,188
Apr 10, 2016$18,626$88,188
Apr 10, 2015$19,880$82,703
Apr 10, 2014$19,576$82,703
Apr 10, 2013$18,682$82,703
Apr 10, 2012$17,276$82,184
Apr 10, 2011$16,534$82,184
Apr 10, 2010$15,650$82,184
Apr 10, 2009$14,157$89,913
Apr 10, 2008$13,266$94,645
Apr 10, 2007$12,531$94,645
Apr 10, 2006$12,680$75,408
Apr 10, 2005$11,583$75,408
Apr 10, 2004$11,346$75,408
Apr 10, 2003$12,027$67,041
Apr 10, 2002$12,364$67,041
Apr 10, 2001$10,056$67,041
Apr 10, 2000$9,636$53,600
Apr 10, 1999$9,690$53,600
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Local context around this listing
Wilmette, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
Ouilmette North
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60091
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