$1,475,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2019

1529 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

5 Beds
6 Baths
4,591 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$321 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Floors
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Recreation Room
  • McKenzie Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 5-minute walk to Vattmann Park

About This Home

As of May 2019

Beautifully designed, 5 bed, 5.1 bath home, built in 2014 with countless high-end upgrades. Gracious, open first floor plan is perfect for entertaining larger parties while also has ability for smaller, more intimate group gatherings. Chef's kitchen with Wolf oven, Sub Zero and other state-of-the-art appliances. Hardwood floors throughout first and second floors. Large recreation room with wet bar, additional bedroom, workout room and full bathroom in basement. Enjoy the outdoor beauty of this home with its fully-fenced backyard, oversized wrap-around front porch and balcony off of master bedroom. Adorable, fully-furnished backyard playhouse is a must see. Professionally landscaped and fully-sprinklered yard. Large 2-car garage with additional park pad for unloading and guest convenience. Perfect location and just a short walk to schools, downtown and Metra.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Nieman

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475159842 Listed on: 03/06/2019

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Jessica Couri

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475166795

Last Buyer's Agent

Sara Brahm

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127091

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $40,320

Year Built

  • 2014

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Play Room
  • Storage Room
  • Home Gym
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$40,320

Year Built

2014

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
  • Age: 1-5 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 5.1
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 2014
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2014

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, 2nd Floor Laundry
  • Number Of Rooms: 14
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Fireplace Details: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Attic: Finished, Full, Interior Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Basement
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 8X6, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Windows: None
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room, Play Room, Exercise Room, Storage
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 14X16, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 9X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Office, Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 17X30, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X13, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Playroom, Dimensions: 32X16, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Exercise Rm, Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Additional Room 7 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 9X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other, Windows: None
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 4591
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16X18, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Plantation Shutters

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Porch, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: N (North)
  • Acreage: 0.186

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), 7 Foot or more high garage door
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete, Off Alley
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 400 Amp Service or Greater
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Zoned

Schools

  • School District: 203
  • Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
  • Middle School: Highcrest Middle School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Junior High Dist: 39
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Wilmette Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 160
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 05284240030000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 35342.60

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2019
Closed on
May 30, 2019
Sold by
Owen Sean M and Owen Kelley F
Bought by
Atkinson Brian L and Atkinson Luanne
Seller's Agent
Lori Nieman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sara Brahm
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$124,000
-7.75%
Current Estimated Value
$2,438,582

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$963,582
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,180,000
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2014
Closed on
Jun 6, 2014
Sold by
Signature Properties Of Illinois Ltd
Bought by
Owen Sean M and Owen Kelley F
Seller's Agent
Carol Rogulski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Beth Groebe
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,625,000
Sold Price
$1,614,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,000
-0.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.79%
Original Mortgage
$968,400
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2012
Closed on
Oct 15, 2012
Sold by
Pringle Alice K
Bought by
Signature Properties Of Illinois Ltd
Seller's Agent
Louise Eichelberger
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carol Rogulski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$465,000
Sold Price
$486,500
Premium/Discount to List
$21,500
4.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
107.77%
Original Mortgage
$243,250
Interest Rate
3.51%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,475,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $1,614,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $486,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $851,750 No Value Available
Closed $862,000 New Conventional
Closed $871,500 New Conventional
Closed $1,180,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $370,400 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $925,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $958,700 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $968,400 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $243,250 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2019 05/30/19 Sold $1,475,000 -7.8% $321 / Sq Ft
04/06/2019 04/06/19 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2019 03/06/19 For Sale $1,599,000 -0.9% $348 / Sq Ft
06/06/2014 06/06/14 Sold $1,614,000 -0.7% $323 / Sq Ft
04/08/2014 04/08/14 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2014 04/08/14 For Sale $1,625,000 +234.0% $325 / Sq Ft
10/15/2012 10/15/12 Sold $486,500 +4.6% $417 / Sq Ft
08/08/2012 08/08/12 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2012 08/06/12 For Sale $465,000 -- $398 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $40,320 $151,484 $25,920 $125,564
2023 $38,140 $181,000 $25,920 $155,080
2022 $38,140 $181,000 $25,920 $155,080
2021 $33,348 $131,693 $17,010 $114,683
2020 $33,325 $133,505 $17,010 $116,495
2019 $32,685 $146,709 $17,010 $129,699
2018 $36,334 $156,157 $14,580 $141,577
2017 $35,343 $156,157 $14,580 $141,577
2016 $34,444 $160,964 $14,580 $146,384
2015 $33,294 $134,114 $11,947 $122,167
2014 $16,729 $68,478 $11,947 $56,531
2013 $11,375 $48,754 $11,947 $36,807
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10298791

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-28-424-003-0000