Illinois
Wilmette
1118 Forest Avenue

$2,495,000

1118 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091

6 beds |
6 baths |
5,669 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1905
—— sqft lot
2 car garage
$440/sqft
Listed 3 months ago

Property Description

Welcome to 1118 Forest!!! Your dream home just became more attainable! The location cannot be beat as it is steps to town, train, schools and Gillson beach. Seize the opportunity to own this beloved 5/6 bedroom, 4.2 bath home situated on an oversized 75' wide by 185' deep lot! You'll dream of having coffee on the swing of the huge sunlit front porch or on the back deck of the oversized fenced-in yard with beautiful tree coverage for natural shade. Once inside you'll find timeless character and incredible charm with gleaming hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, solid quarter-sawn oak pocket doors and more. The first floor features a lovely sitting room, a gracious living room with woodburning fireplace and bookcases, a grand dining room perfect for hosting family gatherings...all leading to the huge open concept updated kitchen/family room with high ceilings and 2 story windows flooding this room with natural light! A beautiful staircase and spectacular stained glass window leads you to the 2nd floor of 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Retreat to the spacious primary suite with a vaulted ceiling, newer windows and a spa like bath. With multiple at-home working spaces, storage options, and flex rooms to use as your needs require, this home has everything. At a total of nearly 6000 Sq. Ft., this home offers both appeal and the convenience of modern life, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere that honors history while embracing innovation. Lower level offers a bathroom, laundry, a huge recreation room with new carpet, high ceilings and attached bball hoop. Hockey fans will adore the puck-shooting room, which can easily be converted into an exercise room. You'll also find extra parking, as the rare front driveway accommodates at least 4 cars in addition to the 2 car detached garage. Enjoy this home's location near the thriving downtown community of Wilmette! Outdoor hockey rink, boards, and accessories included if so desired. Don't miss out on this Unbeatable Value!

Listing Status:: Active
Listing Office:: @properties Christie's International Real Estate : 847-702-9686
Listing Agent:: Liz Van Horn : 847-702-9686
MLS ID:: 12323103

General: Cathedral Ceiling(s)BookcasesHistoric/Period MlwkGranite CountersSeparate Dining Room
Rooms: Bedroom 5Bedroom 6OfficeBonus RoomFoyerRecreation RoomExercise Room
Master Bath: Double Sink
Appliances: Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)CooktopGas Cooktop
Dining: Separate
Basement: FinishedFull
Flooring: Hardwood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Natural Gas
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaces: 1
Disability Feature: None

This listing courtesy of Liz Van Horn, @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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Location

Schools Nearby

Central Elementary School

910 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

Grades KG-4

0.34 miles away

Wilmette Junior High School

620 Locust Rd, Wilmette, IL, 60091

Grades 7-8

1.80 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.