Audra Casey
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 813-3368
129 Total Sales
2 in Wilmette
$758K - $1M Price Range
1219 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
Wilmette AreaEstimated Value: $1,635,167
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,288
Sq Ft
$715/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Wilmette Station
- Recreation Room
- Central Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of June 2025What a great house! 1219 Forest in the heart of east Wilmette's CAGE neighborhood is a fantastic place to call home! On a large yard on a newly bricked street, the beautiful front porch welcomes you in! Great foyer has architectural interest with an office nook and beautiful stairway details. Lovely original features throughout, including lead glass windows and beautiful hard wood floors. Every rooms flows as it should, with bright living room open to the pretty dining room, with a gas fireplace to enjoy long meals by the fire. Many beautiful built-ins in the dining room add function and beauty. The updated kitchen has beautiful counters, high end appliances, pantry closet and eating area with abundant light. Overlooking the amazing yard is the family room, rebuilt in 2022 with new windows, new wood floors and automated blinds. This home has five bedrooms and 3.5 baths.The primary suite was built out to include an organized walk-in closet and a lovely bath with double vanity and heated floor. Two additional large bedrooms and hall bath complete the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor offers two more bedrooms and a full bath, that was redone in 2022. Basement is an awesome play and/or hang-out space. The deck is a wonderful extension of the home with gas lines to fire pit and grill, new speakers, stair lighting and outdoor TV enclosure. The yard is professionally maintained by Chalet and is beautiful! This home is meticulously cared for with numerous updates, including a new roof in 2018, refinished floors, new exterior doors, and stylishly remodeled bathrooms. Fresh, youthful decor and lighting throughout. For a comprehensive list of upgrades, please see the Additional Information tab. In a favorite Wilmette neighborhood, this home is close to schools, the Village center, blocks to the beach and close to public transportation. This is a forever home!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,369
Year Built
- Built in 1905 | Remodeled in 2018
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,288 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Laundry Room
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Dormer Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Separate Shower
Schools
- Central Elementary School
- Highcrest Middle School
- New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 185
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
May 21, 2025
Sold by
Cameron Krueger Trust and Diane Krueger Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Katie Hauser
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lydia DeLeo
Compass
List Price
$1,649,000
Sold Price
$1,649,000
Views
34
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$13,833
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 2022
Sold by
Krueger Cameron and Krueger Diane
Bought by
Krueger Cameron and The Cameron Krueger Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2014
Sold by
Twyman Scott R and Twyman Melissa
Bought by
Krueger Cameron and Krueger Diane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$755,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2008
Sold by
Campbell Margaret W
Bought by
Twyman Scott P and Twyman Kristine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$768,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Wilmette, IL
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Audra Casey
-
Daniel O'Donoghue
Daniel O'Donoghue
Compass
(877) 606-5979
54 Total Sales
4 in Wilmette
$725K - $1.7M Price Range
-
Will Tveit
Will Tveit
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(312) 586-9316
43 Total Sales
1 in Wilmette
$325,000 Price
-
Paul Harb
Paul Harb
Wilmette Real Estate & Management Company LLC
(224) 255-4770
8 Total Sales
1 in Wilmette
$755,000 Price
-
Dawn Larsen
Dawn Larsen
Baird & Warner
(386) 888-4346
149 Total Sales
2 in Wilmette
$900K - $960K Price Range
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Patty Cerny
Patty Cerny
Compass
(773) 906-7040
129 Total Sales
1 in Wilmette
$550,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,649,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Krueger Cameron | -- | -- | |
| Krueger Cameron | $950,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Twyman Scott P | $960,000 | Cti |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $755,000 | ||
| Closed | Twyman Scott P | $768,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Sold | $1,649,000 | 0.0% | $721 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2025 04/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $1,649,000 | -- | $721 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,369 | $114,001 | $30,063 | $83,938 |
| 2024 | $16,369 | $75,451 | $25,438 | $50,013 |
| 2023 | $15,470 | $75,451 | $25,438 | $50,013 |
| 2022 | $15,470 | $75,451 | $25,438 | $50,013 |
| 2021 | $15,242 | $62,001 | $22,200 | $39,801 |
| 2020 | $15,052 | $62,001 | $22,200 | $39,801 |
| 2019 | $15,835 | $72,845 | $22,200 | $50,645 |
| 2018 | $17,519 | $77,075 | $18,500 | $58,575 |
| 2017 | $17,049 | $77,075 | $18,500 | $58,575 |
| 2016 | $16,210 | $77,075 | $18,500 | $58,575 |
| 2015 | $15,090 | $63,407 | $15,262 | $48,145 |
| 2014 | $14,863 | $63,407 | $15,262 | $48,145 |
| 2013 | $14,180 | $63,407 | $15,262 | $48,145 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Katie Hauser
Seller's Agent in 2025
Katie Hauser
Compass
(847) 212-5214
130 Total Sales
-
Meg McGuinness
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Meg McGuinness
Compass
(847) 863-5599
83 Total Sales
-
Lydia DeLeo
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lydia DeLeo
Compass
(847) 682-7321
42 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12332334
APN: 05-27-319-005-0000
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