Sold1022d on marketHistoric · 127 yrs
811 Forest Ave
Wilmette, IL, 60091 • Ouilmette North • Cook County
$910,000
$447/sqft
4Beds
3Baths
2,036Sqft
0.21 acLot
1899Built
Property DNA
Water Views
Water
Victorian Style
Built 1899 · 127 years of history
2-Car Garage
On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
9 views
People checking out this listing
1022 days on market
Established listing
$447/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1899 · Historic
Long time owners selling...now your opportunity to own in this desirable area of Wilmette. From the moment you see the home from the charming brick street, the curved wrap around porch welcomes you into the home. Once inside the large foyer, your eyes immediately will see the beautiful, restored millwork including oversized pocket doors and a stunning staircase. Hardwood floors throughout the majority of first and second floors. Living room features a wood burning fireplace, while the formal dining room has a built in china cabinet. Next to the kitchen is a family room and access to the rear staircase. Second floor showcases four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. One bedroom is the master suite and another bedroom has an attached sunroom/sitting room that is an extra oasis for the new owners. The full, expansive attic is untapped potential to finish with additional living space. The unfinished basement has plenty of storage space and houses the laundry room and a half bath. Enjoy time in the private, fully fenced backyard which backs to the private alley Ideal location and walking distance to the lake, downtown Wilmette, and top rated schools. Home needs fresh ideas from the new owner to restore or renovate this home to a new glory. Home being sold AS-IS. Do not miss this ONE!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$5,599/month
Principal & Interest$4,385
Property Tax$910
Insurance$303
Down payment20% ($182,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $728,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1899
HeatingRadiator(s)
CoolingNone
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot9,221 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleVictorian
Year built1899
Stories3
Systems
HeatingRadiator(s)
CoolingNone
ConstructionCedar
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot9,221 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodOuilmette North
Annual tax$15,383
Parcel0527421006
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Radiator(s)
Cooling
None
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Cedar
Views
Water
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second14×17 ft238 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second9×11 ft99 sqft
Bedroom3
Second10×10 ft100 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Second8×15 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market1022
Est. value$1,365,100
Est. rent$4,845/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$447
On marketJun 23, 2023
PostedJun 23, 2023
Last sold$910,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJun 25, 2023
Tour days6
Views9
How are the schools in Wilmette?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Wilmette, IL, 60091
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 22, 2023Sold$910,000$447MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 20, 1994Sold$129,000$63Public Record
Sold$910,000
Jun 22, 2023•$447/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$129,000
Oct 20, 1994•$63/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$19,295$91,000
Apr 10, 2022$22,303$109,999
Apr 10, 2021$15,384$65,210
Apr 10, 2020$15,237$65,210
Apr 10, 2019$14,761$70,881
Apr 10, 2018$15,622$72,535
Apr 10, 2017$15,218$72,535
Apr 10, 2016$15,418$75,925
Apr 10, 2015$13,343$58,995
Apr 10, 2014$13,157$58,995
Apr 10, 2013$13,964$65,113
Apr 10, 2012$12,791$63,281
Apr 10, 2011$13,089$66,827
Apr 10, 2010$12,723$66,827
Apr 10, 2009$11,363$74,527
Apr 10, 2008$10,900$80,661
Apr 10, 2007$11,504$89,071
Apr 10, 2006$11,360$73,697
Apr 10, 2005$11,105$73,697
Apr 10, 2004$10,863$73,697
Apr 10, 2003$9,777$55,854
Apr 10, 2002$9,778$55,854
Apr 10, 2001$8,864$55,854
Apr 10, 2000$8,497$48,608
Apr 10, 1999$8,207$48,608
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Neighborhood details
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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