NOT LISTED FOR SALE

626 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,709,000 - $1,975,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,605 Sq Ft
$525/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2019

Last sale price $1,210,000 $336 Per Sq Ft

Est. 56% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,314/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of July 2019

BEAUTIFUL AND ELEGANT, 4 BEDROOM/ 3.1 BATHROOM SOLID BRICK HOME IN THE HEART OF EAST WILMETTE! Walk into gracious foyer with hardwood floors throughout. Open floorplan is perfect for entertaining. Spacious living room with wood burning fireplace and large dining room that opens to an exterior screened porch. White kitchen with SS appliances opens to a huge family room addition with an additional eat in area and mudroom off the back entry. Upstairs boasts four bedrooms, including a beautiful newer master suite addition with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, walk in closet and full bath. Finished lower level rec room, office and laundry room. Tons of storage. Walk to beach, town, train, schools!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Brahm

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127091 Listed on: 05/16/2019

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Baubonis

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475128975

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $27,186

Year Built

  • 1933

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • Dog Run

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Partial Air Conditioning Available
  • Radiator

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$27,186

Year Built

1933

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 3
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1933
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1933

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 11
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 22X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, Ceiling Fan, Fan-Attic Exhaust
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool, Separate Shower
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 22X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: Storage, Walk In Closet, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Office
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 22X19, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 12X9, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Walk in Closet, Dimensions: 11X5, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 21X18, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Breakfast Rm, Dimensions: 10X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 33X20, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Office, Dimensions: 8X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22X20, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch Screened, Dog Run, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • Exposure: S (South)
  • Acreage: 0.2124

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete, Off Alley
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Partial
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Radiators

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 3605

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 185
  • Parcel Identification Number: 05274180100000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 27256.09

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2019
Closed on
Jul 20, 2019
Sold by
Shedivy Daniel and Shedivy Audrey
Bought by
Harris Daniel B and Harris Molly M
Seller's Agent
Sara Brahm
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mary Baubonis
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-3.2%
Total Days on Market
2
Current Estimated Value
$1,893,293

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$683,293
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.99%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Outstanding Balance
$665,192
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,130,584

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2013
Closed on
Jul 1, 2013
Sold by
Gast Thomas J
Bought by
Shedivy Daniel and Shedivy Audrey
Seller's Agent
Sharon Friedman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sara Brahm
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,249,000
Sold Price
$1,212,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,500
-2.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.03%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 1994
Sold by
Gast Thomas J and Leason Sue A
Bought by
Gast Thomas J
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Harris Daniel B $1,210,000 Baird & Warner Ttl Svcs Inc
Shedivy Daniel $1,212,500 Chicago Title Insurance
Gast Thomas J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Harris Daniel B $750,000
Previous Owner Shedivy Daniel $600,000
Previous Owner Shedivy Daniel $750,000
Previous Owner Gast Thomas J $450,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2019 07/31/19 Sold $1,210,000 -3.2% $336 / Sq Ft
05/18/2019 05/18/19 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2019 05/16/19 For Sale $1,250,000 +3.1% $347 / Sq Ft
07/01/2013 07/01/13 Sold $1,212,500 -2.9% $336 / Sq Ft
04/20/2013 04/20/13 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2013 04/15/13 For Sale $1,249,000 -- $346 / 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 $27,186 $130,001 $25,438 $104,563
2023 $27,186 $130,001 $25,438 $104,563
2022 $27,186 $130,001 $25,438 $104,563
2021 $28,589 $113,374 $22,200 $91,174
2020 $28,180 $113,374 $22,200 $91,174
2019 $27,329 $123,233 $22,200 $101,033
2018 $28,017 $121,200 $18,500 $102,700
2017 $27,256 $121,200 $18,500 $102,700
2016 $25,801 $121,200 $18,500 $102,700
2015 $26,953 $111,197 $15,262 $95,935
2014 $26,537 $111,197 $15,262 $95,935
2013 $25,330 $111,197 $15,262 $95,935
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10381465

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-27-418-010-0000