
1215 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
Estimated Value: $1,837,000 - $2,331,000
Highlights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 5-minute walk to Wilmette Station
- Detached Garage
- Central Elementary School Rated A
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of October 2021Historical EAST Wilmette home on large DOUBLE LOT (100 x 185) has been meticulously maintained and updated with great attention to detail. A welcoming front porch sets the stage to this 5 bedroom, 3.1 bath home with 10' ceilings on the first floor, 9' ceilings on the second floor with oak and maple floors. The first floor includes a large entry with beautiful wood door and leaded glass windows that opens to the spacious foyer, a music room with oversize window overlooks the front porch, study/office with quarter sawn white oak trim and large pocket door, formal living room features quarter sawn white oak trim, 2 fluted oak columns, fireplace with lovely oak mantle "AS IS", vintage light fixtures and bay window with window seat, formal dining room has wrap around hand painted mural, and oak framing trim. Family room has large built-in oak bookcase, home entertainment system, fireplace with mantle, and quarter sawn oak trim. Updated kitchen designed by Healy Rice with custom cabinetry, large island, granite counters, walk-in pantry and large eating area overlooking the back yard. There is a large mudroom and a first floor powder room that complete the first floor. The second floor includes large second floor landing, the spacious master bedroom includes large separate his/hers closets and maple floor. The master bath has dual bowl sinks with granite counters, large shower with glass door, commode and tile floor. There are three additional second floor bedrooms all with wonderful windows and nice closets. There is a second floor hall bathroom with vanity, commode and shower/tub. The wall to wall unfinished third floor has walk-up stairway, soaring ceiling height and could be finished for additional living space. There is a full basement that includes two newer rooms plus a bedroom, full bathroom, playroom, laundry area, temperature controlled wine cellar, workshop, storage and mechanicals. Stunning back yard includes Unilock patio, limestone semicircular seating wall, parking pad by Cele and Sons landscapers, mature trees and plantings and a 2 car garage. A very special home with wonderful architectural details on desirable double lot in fabulous location. Buyer pays Wilmette Transfer Tax. EXCLUDE: Mirror/hat rack in entry, GE monogram refrigerator.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475128975 Listed on: 08/20/2021

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $33,036
Year Built | Renovated
- 1906 | 2000
Lot Details
- 0.42
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Partially Finished Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Wilmette, IL
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Devon A Dines Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
Dines Devon | $1,720,000 | Proper Title Llc | |
Bobo Stephen T | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | Dines Devon | $172,000 | |
Previous Owner | Dines Devon | $1,376,000 | |
Previous Owner | Bobo Stephen T | $300,000 | |
Previous Owner | Bobo Stephen T | $362,000 | |
Previous Owner | Bobo Stephen T | $436,000 | |
Previous Owner | Bobo Stephen T | $175,000 | |
Previous Owner | Bobo Stephen T | $450,000 | |
Previous Owner | Bobo Stephen T | $345,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
10/07/2021 10/07/21 | Sold | $1,720,000 | +2.7% | $560 / Sq Ft |
08/28/2021 08/28/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/20/2021 08/20/21 | For Sale | $1,675,000 | -- | $546 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $33,036 | $148,902 | $50,875 | $98,027 |
2023 | $33,629 | $160,000 | $50,875 | $109,125 |
2022 | $33,629 | $160,000 | $50,875 | $109,125 |
2021 | $30,602 | $121,122 | $44,400 | $76,722 |
2020 | $30,160 | $121,122 | $44,400 | $76,722 |
2019 | $29,251 | $131,655 | $44,400 | $87,255 |
2018 | $27,291 | $118,149 | $37,000 | $81,149 |
2017 | $27,980 | $124,331 | $37,000 | $87,331 |
2016 | $26,482 | $124,331 | $37,000 | $87,331 |
2015 | $25,835 | $106,691 | $30,525 | $76,166 |
2014 | $25,437 | $106,691 | $30,525 | $76,166 |
2013 | $27,523 | $120,598 | $30,525 | $90,073 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Mary Baubonis
@ Properties
(847) 477-4209
54 in this area
66 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Anne Malone
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
(847) 912-4806
6 in this area
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11195791

APN: 05-27-319-006-0000
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