NOT LISTED FOR SALE

825 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091

Estimated Value: $1,531,000 - $1,919,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
2,682 Sq Ft
$636/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 01, 2017

Last sale price $1,195,000 $446 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,577/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Double Oven
  • Detached Garage

About This Home

As of March 2017

Your perfect holiday gift! Gracious updated Colonial on one of East Wilmette's prettiest "CAGE" streets. Architectural charm throughout! Grand entry and arches, leaded-glass windows, hardwood floors and crown molding. Gorgeous gourmet kitchen is perfect for day-to-day living AND entertaining, with SS appliances, granite island, gas fireplace and breakfast room. Kitchen opens to wonderful, bright Great Room with high ceilings, leading out to blue stone patio and landscaped yard. The large master bedroom is a lovely retreat, with limestone bath and private terrace. 3 generous sized bedrooms and laundry room complete 2nd floor. 3rd floor has 5th bedroom and storage. Great finished basement with rec rooms & storage. Walk-to-everything location: beach, schools, train & town.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katie Hauser

Compass License #475159201 Listed on: 12/10/2016

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Emily Smart LeMire

Compass License #475134752

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,965

Year Built

  • 1898

Lot Details

  • 9,148

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bar Fridge
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,965

Year Built

1898

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Style Of House: Colonial
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: U
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1898

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: 2nd Floor Laundry
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Finished
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 5
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 7X7, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 17X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 29X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Stone
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 19X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: 2nd Level
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2682
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 20X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Stucco
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • Acreage: 0.2124

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Space Pac
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water/Steam

Schools

  • School District: 203
  • Elementary School: CENTRAL 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: 50X185
  • Parcel Identification Number: 05274210030000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 22438.42

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 10, 2016
Closed on
Feb 13, 2017
Sold by
Hill Thomas R and Hill Siobham
Bought by
Simony Scott and Simony Christie
Seller's Agent
Katie Hauser
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Emily Smart LeMire
Compass
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,195,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-4.4%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$1,706,655

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$511,655
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.61%
Original Mortgage
$956,000
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2003
Sold by
Etzler J Scott and Etzler Rebecca E
Bought by
Hill Thomas R and Hill Siobhan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$872,000
Interest Rate
6%
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
Simony Scott $1,195,000 Baird & Warner Title Service
Hill Thomas R $1,090,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Simony Scott $671,200
Closed Simony Scott $33,000
Closed Simony Scott $956,000
Previous Owner Hill Thomas R $275,000
Previous Owner Hill Thomas R $125,000
Previous Owner Hill Thomas R $710,000
Previous Owner Hill Thomas R $347,000
Previous Owner Hill Thomas R $872,000
Previous Owner Etzler J Scott $568,900
Previous Owner Etzler J Scott $159,375
Previous Owner Etzler J Scott $600,000
Previous Owner Etzler J Scott $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/01/2017 03/01/17 Sold $1,195,000 -4.4% $446 / Sq Ft
12/22/2016 12/22/16 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2016 12/10/16 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $466 / 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 $23,965 $115,002 $25,438 $89,564
2023 $23,965 $115,002 $25,438 $89,564
2022 $23,965 $115,002 $25,438 $89,564
2021 $18,803 $75,708 $22,200 $53,508
2020 $18,554 $75,708 $22,200 $53,508
2019 $17,990 $82,292 $22,200 $60,092
2018 $23,448 $98,558 $18,500 $80,058
2017 $22,018 $98,558 $18,500 $80,058
2016 $20,880 $98,558 $18,500 $80,058
2015 $22,788 $94,418 $15,262 $79,156
2014 $22,438 $94,418 $15,262 $79,156
2013 $21,415 $94,418 $15,262 $79,156
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD09402896

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-27-421-003-0000