Seller's Agent in 2026
Lyn Flannery
@ Properties
(847) 338-2753
14 in this area
75 Total Sales
1500 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,255
Sq Ft
7,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Community Lake
- Recreation Room
- McKenzie Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near park
- 4-minute walk to Vattmann Park
About This Home
As of March 2026This 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475109116 Listed on: 02/12/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,394
Year Built
- Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2016
Lot Details
- 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x140
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,255 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Attached Fireplace Door
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Mckenzie Elementary School
- Wilmette Junior High School
- New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near park
- Radiator
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Mckenzie Subdivision
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2011
Sold by
Ewald Susan Barbee
Bought by
Leahy Ryan T and Leahy Becky R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Outstanding Balance
$285,382
Interest Rate
4.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,005,370
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 8, 2001
Sold by
Barbee Eunice L
Bought by
Barbee Eunice and Eunice Barbee Trust
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $620,000 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $417,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/16/2026 03/16/26 | Sold | $1,400,072 | +5.7% | $621 / Sq Ft |
| 02/16/2026 02/16/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/12/2026 02/12/26 | For Sale | $1,325,000 | 0.0% | $588 / Sq Ft |
| 02/05/2026 02/05/26 | Price Changed | $1,325,000 | -- | $588 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,755 | $107,000 | $22,400 | $84,600 |
| 2024 | $16,755 | $77,152 | $22,400 | $54,752 |
| 2023 | $15,835 | $77,152 | $22,400 | $54,752 |
| 2022 | $15,835 | $77,152 | $22,400 | $54,752 |
| 2021 | $14,494 | $59,120 | $14,700 | $44,420 |
| 2020 | $14,315 | $59,120 | $14,700 | $44,420 |
| 2019 | $14,038 | $64,968 | $14,700 | $50,268 |
| 2018 | $15,598 | $69,000 | $12,600 | $56,400 |
| 2017 | $15,181 | $69,000 | $12,600 | $56,400 |
| 2016 | $14,455 | $69,000 | $12,600 | $56,400 |
| 2015 | $14,740 | $62,000 | $10,325 | $51,675 |
| 2014 | $14,519 | $62,000 | $10,325 | $51,675 |
| 2013 | $13,852 | $62,000 | $10,325 | $51,675 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lyn Flannery
-
Michael Shin
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Michael Shin
Coldwell Banker Realty
(312) 475-3002
2 in this area
92 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12529560
APN: 05-28-420-026-0000
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