NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1524 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Wilmette Area

Estimated Value: $829,000 - $1,142,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,900 Sq Ft
$546/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room
  • McKenzie Elementary School Rated A
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

Nestled on the charming, tree-lined Forest Avenue in Wilmette, this delightful home awaits you! With four spacious bedrooms - two on the main level and two upstairs - 1524 Forest Ave offers an inviting blend of classic charm and modern updates. Enjoy a beautifully renovated kitchen, complete with white cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances, all while looking out over your spacious deck and landscaped backyard. Entertain guests in the formal dining room or enjoy quiet mornings in the lovely sunroom. The decorative fireplace adds a cozy touch to the living area, which features stunning hardwood floors throughout. A balcony and deck offer private outdoor spaces, ideal for soaking in the serene surroundings. Practical amenities include a two-car garage, full basement with plenty of storage, and a convenient in-unit washer/dryer. This pet-friendly home, with conditional approval, is a haven for all. Walk to the train, downtown Wilmette, restaurants, the library, and many local parks. Situated in the coveted McKenzie Elementary School and New Trier High School districts, this home has it all. Schedule a showing today!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Ali Wenzke

Compass License #475198513 Listed on: 07/05/2025

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Last Renter's Agent

Nick Powers

Baird & Warner License #475122366

Baird & Warner
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1924 | Remodeled in 2021

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 140

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 7/6/25

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1924 | Remodeled in 2021

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2025-07-06
  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Rental Price: 5800
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 200

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Attached: No
  • Year Built: 1924
  • 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): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2021
  • Actual Status: Rented
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2021

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Furnished: No
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
  • Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Deposit Required, Dogs OK
  • Rent Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 140

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 27, 2024
Closed on
Jan 3, 2025
Sold by
John J Nash Trust and Nash John J
Bought by
Seller's Agent
John Nash
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON MEMBER
Sold Price
$5,400
Views
42
Current Estimated Value
$1,043,572

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,038,172
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$491,684
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$546,381

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 6, 2022
Sold by
Nash John J
Bought by
John J Nash Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 1999
Sold by
Hartmann Edward and Hartmann Joan M
Bought by
Nash John J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$805,000 None Listed On Document
John J Nash Trust -- None Listed On Document
Nash John J $375,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $500,000
Previous Owner Nash John J $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Rented $5,600 -3.4% --
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Under Contract -- -- --
07/05/2025 07/05/25 For Rent $5,800 +7.4% --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Rented $5,400 -6.9% --
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Off Market $5,800 -- --
01/10/2025 01/10/25 For Rent $5,800 0.0% --
01/04/2025 01/04/25 Off Market $5,800 -- --
12/27/2024 12/27/24 For Rent $5,800 +18.4% --
07/16/2021 07/16/21 Rented -- -- --
07/09/2021 07/09/21 For Rent $4,900 0.0% --
05/07/2021 05/07/21 Rented $4,900 0.0% --
05/07/2021 05/07/21 Off Market $4,900 -- --
05/06/2021 05/06/21 For Rent $4,900 +44.1% --
03/23/2018 03/23/18 Rented $3,400 0.0% --
03/22/2018 03/22/18 Off Market $3,400 -- --
03/20/2018 03/20/18 For Rent $3,400 +3.0% --
06/01/2017 06/01/17 Rented $3,300 0.0% --
05/24/2017 05/24/17 Off Market $3,300 -- --
05/22/2017 05/22/17 For Rent $3,300 -- --
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 $13,179 $92,000 $22,400 $69,600
2024 $13,179 $58,078 $22,400 $35,678
2023 $12,474 $58,078 $22,400 $35,678
2022 $12,474 $58,078 $22,400 $35,678
2021 $12,901 $49,660 $14,700 $34,960
2020 $14,544 $56,911 $14,700 $42,211
2019 $14,267 $62,540 $14,700 $47,840
2018 $12,589 $52,914 $12,600 $40,314
2017 $12,240 $52,914 $12,600 $40,314
2016 $12,054 $55,454 $12,600 $42,854
2015 $9,550 $38,469 $10,325 $28,144
2014 $9,398 $38,469 $10,325 $28,144
2013 $9,354 $40,094 $10,325 $29,769
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12411671

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-28-420-020-0000

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