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$1,400,072

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,255 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
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This updated 2-story Colonial that seamlessly merges 1920's architectural charm with high-end modern improvements is what you've been waiting for. And, it's an ideal location close to thriving downtown Wilmette, Metra train, parks, award-winning schools & beaches along Lake Michigan. Inside, the home retains its timeless appeal with beautiful hardwood floors throughout, elegant crown molding, graceful arched doorways, and abundant natural light. The spacious floor plan includes a welcoming foyer, a large living room with a cozy fireplace, a separate office, powder room and a gourmet kitchen with open-floorplan connecting dining room. Upstairs the primary suite includes a private bath & walk-in closet. The recently renovated 2nd floor bathroom serves 3 bedrooms including tandem bedrooms 3 & 4. The lower level is fully furnished with a large recreation room, 5th bedroom, adjacent full bathroom & large utility/storage room. Current owners meticulously maintained and improved this home with new 3-car heated garage, 2 added bathrooms, new kitchen, updated electric, updated plumbing, complete tear-off roof with 25-year shingles, energy efficient windows, energy efficient boiler, tankless hot water heater & A/C condenser, plus radiant heat on main floor. Fenced yard with gardens and shady screened party room complete the package. Sellers can close anytime but prefer to remain in the home until school ends in June. Please note that all offers are due at 2:00 on Sunday 2/15.

Full Property Details for 1500 Forest Ave

General

  • Sold For: $1,400,072
  • Taxes: $17,394 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12529560
  • Added to Site: 49 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Baths: Yes
  • Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Other

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Wilmette
  • County: Cook
  • Subdivision: Mckenzie
  • Driving Directions: lake to 15th go north 1blk. house on N/W corner of 15t and forest

School Information

  • School District: 39
  • Midd School District: 39
  • Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
  • Middle School: Wilmette Junior High 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: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating Type: Radiator(s)

Utilities

  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Tile
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 2,255
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2016

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1607
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 140
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1927
  • Tax Amount: $17,394
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
  • Property ID: 5284200260000

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Schools serving 1500 Forest Ave

School Districts:Wilmette School District 39, New Trier Township High School District 203
NameGradesDistance
Mckenzie Elementary School
649 Prairie Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
K-40.4 mi
Wilmette Junior High School
620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091
7-81.4 mi
New Trier Township H S Northfield
7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093
9-2.7 mi
New Trier Township H S Winnetka
385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
10-121 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1500 Forest Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/16/2026
Sold
$1,400,072
5.67%
MLS
2/12/2026
Listed
$1,325,000
—
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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1500 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS# 12529560) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,400,072 on March 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 1500 Forest Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wilmette? You can browse all Wilmette real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.