NOT LISTED FOR SALE

711 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,548,000 - $1,709,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,265 Sq Ft
$495/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 10, 2023

Last sale price $1,500,000 $459 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,334/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Heated Floors
  • Property is near a park
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Mature Trees
  • Living Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of October 2023

Welcome home to this East Wilmette architecturally stunning home located 3 blocks to Lake Michigan, Gillson Park, Michigan Shores Club and Wilmette Harbor. Situated in Wilmette's Historical District on a lush 50' x 190' lot, this home exudes a contemporary style of arts & crafts. Upon entering you'll find a heated year-round sunroom that spans the width of the home with its newer windows you're sure to delight in gathering in this room. Seven sets of Jeldwen wood French doors, quarter-sawn oak floors, cove lighting, beamed ceilings and an original full masonry brick corbeled fireplace flanked by oak benches are just several of the first-floor features. Somewhat of an open-floor plan...the living, dining and family room all gracefully flow to the owner/architect designed kitchen filled with an entire wall of casement windows allowing the outside in. The kitchen includes a vaulted ceiling, upscale appliances, dual sinks, granite counters, terra-cotta floors and French doors that lead out to the deck and large naturally landscaped backyard and a terrific 3 car garage with charging port. Just down the hall from the kitchen is a powder room, small desk area and several closets. The second floor has a newer primary suite with full bath and is surrounded by windows giving you treetop views and a sunny southern exposure. This room also has 2 sets of French doors leading to the 2nd floor deck and a sweet private balcony, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee that overlooks the peaceful backyard. Three additional bedrooms (one ensuite with fireplace and half-bath) and the full hall bath with dual sinks complete the 2nd floor. Enjoy this home "as is" or explore the many possibilities that await you to make this home truly yours today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Van Horn

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475143856 Listed on: 07/27/2023

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Vicki Nelson

Real Broker LLC License #475137686

Last Buyer's Agent

David Chung

Compass License #475170036

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,868

Year Built

  • Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 1995

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Prairie Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,265 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Includes Fireplace Accessories
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Some Wood Windows
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Blinds
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Workshop
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Utility Room with Study Area

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors
  • Terracotta

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Garden Bath

Unfinished Basement

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

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features
  • Doors swing in
  • Doors with lever handles
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Property is near a park

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,868

Year Built

Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 1995

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Prairie
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Historical District
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 1995
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 1995

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Other, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
  • Basement: Full
  • Accessibility Features: Door Width 32 Inches or More, Swing In Door(s), Lever Door Handles
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Includes Accessories, Masonry
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Some Insulated Wndws
  • LivingArea: 3265
  • Room Type: Storage, Workshop
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2265
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink,Garden Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: French Doors,Lever Style Door Handles
  • Window Features: Blinds,Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows,Screens,Wood Frames,Some Wood Windows
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Roof Deck
  • Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar, Pillar/Post/Pier, Stone
  • List Price: 1485000
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Mature Trees, Level, Partial Fencing, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • OtherStructures: Garage(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt, Metal, Other
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant, Radiator(s)
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), 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 District: 39

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 9500
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14867.86
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 27, 2023
Closed on
Oct 5, 2023
Sold by
Kathleen M Kuffner Trust
Bought by
Fargo William and Fargo Caitlin
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Van Horn
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
David Chung
Compass
List Price
$1,485,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
1.01%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
86
Current Estimated Value
$1,617,376

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$117,376
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.38%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$783,991
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$800,549

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2001
Sold by
Kuffner David J and Kuffner Kathleen M
Bought by
Kuffner Kathleen M and Kathleen M Kuffner Trust
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Fargo William $1,500,000 None Listed On Document
Kuffner Kathleen M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fargo William $800,000
Previous Owner Kuffner Kathleen M $600,000
Previous Owner Kuffner Kathleen M $300,000
Previous Owner Kuffner Kathleen M $236,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/10/2023 10/10/23 Sold $1,500,000 +1.0% $459 / Sq Ft
08/01/2023 08/01/23 Pending -- -- --
07/27/2023 07/27/23 For Sale $1,485,000 -- $455 / 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 $21,014 $104,000 $26,125 $77,875
2023 $21,014 $104,000 $26,125 $77,875
2022 $21,014 $104,000 $26,125 $77,875
2021 $14,868 $63,224 $22,800 $40,424
2020 $14,730 $63,224 $22,800 $40,424
2019 $14,269 $68,722 $22,800 $45,922
2018 $22,138 $99,237 $19,000 $80,237
2017 $21,551 $99,237 $19,000 $80,237
2016 $20,640 $99,237 $19,000 $80,237
2015 $20,111 $85,508 $15,675 $69,833
2014 $19,814 $85,508 $15,675 $69,833
2013 $18,898 $85,508 $15,675 $69,833
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11843667

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-27-422-004-0000