NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1241 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,295,641

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,163 Sq Ft
$410/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 10, 2025

Last sale price $1,140,000 $360 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,671 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near park
  • 4-minute walk to Wilmette Station
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • American Four Square Architecture

About This Home

As of October 2025

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!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Brahm

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127091 Listed on: 08/25/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Katsulis

THE NAV AGENCY License #475184946

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,074

Year Built

  • Built in 1904

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 184
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,163 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Central Elementary School
  • Highcrest Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,074

Year Built

Built in 1904

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: American 4-Sq.
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1904
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • LivingArea: 3163
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage, Screened Porch, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3163
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3663
  • Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: Highcrest Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 184
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 20074
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2025
Closed on
Oct 10, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sara Brahm
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Chris Katsulis
THE NAV AGENCY
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,140,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-4.92%
Views
147
Current Estimated Value
$1,295,641

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$155,641
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.33%
Original Mortgage
$910,860
Interest Rate
0.0625%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2009
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,140,000 Chicago Title
-- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $910,860
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Sold $1,140,000 -4.9% $360 / Sq Ft
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2025 08/25/25 For Sale $1,199,000 -- $379 / 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 $20,074 $131,001 $30,063 $100,938
2024 $20,074 $94,433 $25,438 $68,995
2023 $19,646 $97,630 $25,438 $72,192
2022 $19,646 $97,630 $25,438 $72,192
2021 $16,281 $68,664 $22,200 $46,464
2020 $16,120 $68,664 $22,200 $46,464
2019 $15,618 $74,635 $22,200 $52,435
2018 $18,878 $85,533 $18,500 $67,033
2017 $20,875 $90,240 $18,500 $71,740
2016 $19,464 $93,829 $18,500 $75,329
2015 $17,855 $76,419 $15,262 $61,157
2014 $17,593 $76,419 $15,262 $61,157
2013 $18,673 $80,035 $15,262 $64,773
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12454780

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-27-319-001-0000

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