1241 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 - Photo 1

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$1,140,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
3,163 Sq. Ft.
1.5 Car Garage

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Property Description

Don't miss this classic East Wilmette, American Four Square home with 5 bedrooms and 2.1 baths, with new and refinished floors! It's hard to beat the location on Forest Avenue...walk to the heart of the downtown, train, parks, school and beach! This home has been lovingly maintained and renovated over the years and is a perfect family home. Newer Hardie Board exterior gives it beautiful curb appeal. Inviting front porch welcomes you into the foyer and grand living room with a wood burning fireplace. Formal dining area is perfect for entertaining. The white kitchen has an island and loads of storage. It also includes an eat in space and opens to a family room. Plus, don't miss the amazing screened in porch that overlooks the spacious yard! The second floor boast five bedrooms, including a primary ensuite. Third floor bonus space has two rooms for flex space. Lower level has a rec room and additional unfinished space for storage. Basement walk out. Don't miss the opportunity to move into the CAGE area!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1241 Forest Ave

General

Sold For: $1,140,000
Taxes: $20,074 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12454780
Added to Site: 178 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1.5
Total Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off-Alley, Owned, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Wilmette
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Greenbay Road, East on Forest

School Information

School District: 39
Midd School District: 39
Elementary School: Central Elementary School
Middle School: Highcrest Middle School
High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Private School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Small Duct High Velocity
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: American Foursquare
Construction: Fiber Cement
Exterior Const.: Fiber Cement
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Skylight(s)
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 3,163
Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
Year Built: 1904
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 184
Fence: Yes
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1904
Tax Amount: $20,074
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 5273190010000

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Schools

Schools serving 1241 Forest Ave

School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203

Name	Grades	Distance
Central Elementary School, Wilmette, IL 910 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091	K-4	0.4 mi
Highcrest Middle School 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091	5-6	1.3 mi
Wilmette Junior High School 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091	7-8	1.7 mi
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093	9-	2.9 mi
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093	10-12	1.1 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1241 Forest Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/10/2025

Sold

$1,140,000

-4.92%

MLS

8/25/2025

Listed

$1,199,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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