Seller's Agent in 2025
Sara Brahm
@ Properties
(847) 881-0200
61 in this area
116 Total Sales
831 Forest Ave Wilmette, IL 60091
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
6,231
Sq Ft
1903
Built
Highlights
- Wolf Appliances
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Recreation Room
- Central Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- American Four Square Architecture
About This Home
As of November 2025Quintessential East Wilmette home with great front porch, spacious lot (50 x 189), and rooms in all the right spaces for today's living on a tree lined street! This gorgeous 5-bedroom, 5.1 bathroom property had a full expansion renovation, with a three-story addition and dug out basement in 2008, plus new improvements. The inviting front porch welcomes you into the foyer where you will notice beautiful millwork, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and sun filled rooms. Formal living room features lovely windows, an updated gas fireplace that opens to formal dining room with leaded glass windows. Dining area is open to the kitchen and family room, perfect for entertaining a crowd. Oversized chef's kitchen with custom cabinets, newer quartzite countertops, two sinks, Wolf oven and a half & range, SubZero refrigerator/freezer, one beverage door, one freezer drawer, walk-in pantry, control zone and large island! Kitchen opens to the family room with a wood burning fireplace, flanked by custom bookshelves, plus an additional entertainment area with a wine fridge and kegerator. South facing back of the home, overlooks the backyard - included a deck with trex-like decking, two bluestone patio areas, built in grill/plus green egg and fireplace. Dedicated office with loads of built ins and beautiful powder room finishes the first floor. The second-floor features primary suite with a fireplace in the bedroom, huge bathroom with his and her vanities, steam shower, radiant floors, soaking bubble tub, plus two spacious walk-in closets and a linen closet. Additional stackable laundry is on the floor. Three additional, generous-sized bedrooms are off the second floor landing, including an en-suite and hall bath. Third floor offers an additional bedroom, with an ensuite bathroom and a walk-in closet. Bonus space for an additional sitting room/office, plus storage finishes the floor. You won't be disappointed with the dug out basement, features a fabulous rec room, exercise room, 300+ temperature controlled wine celler, mudroom, laundry room and TONS of storage areas. Landscaped back yard with a bluestone walkway. Two car garage, plus a parking pad. Can't beat this walkable location to Central Elementary, town, Metra train, shops, Plaza Del Lago, and the beach!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475127091 Listed on: 10/10/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Nathan Freeborn
Redfin Corporation License #475155645
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $33,058
Year Built
- Built in 1903 | Remodeled in 2009
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 189
- Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 6,231 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Wolf Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Steam Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Schools
- Central Elementary School
- Highcrest Middle School
- New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2004
Sold by
Marshall David A and Freimanis Maija G
Bought by
Kenny Denise M and Kenny Martin P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$630,000
Outstanding Balance
$275,355
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$2,079,690
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,090,000 | Atgf Pro Option Dept |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $630,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $242,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | Sold | $2,399,000 | 0.0% | $385 / Sq Ft |
| 10/13/2025 10/13/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | For Sale | $2,399,000 | -- | $385 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,058 | $188,001 | $30,063 | $157,938 |
| 2024 | $33,058 | $137,091 | $25,438 | $111,653 |
| 2023 | $31,267 | $149,001 | $25,438 | $123,563 |
| 2022 | $31,267 | $149,001 | $25,438 | $123,563 |
| 2021 | $28,975 | $114,862 | $22,200 | $92,662 |
| 2020 | $28,560 | $114,862 | $22,200 | $92,662 |
| 2019 | $27,698 | $124,850 | $22,200 | $102,650 |
| 2018 | $25,665 | $111,312 | $18,500 | $92,812 |
| 2017 | $26,198 | $116,625 | $18,500 | $98,125 |
| 2016 | $24,382 | $114,669 | $18,500 | $96,169 |
| 2015 | $27,165 | $112,049 | $16,881 | $95,168 |
| 2014 | $22,096 | $93,016 | $16,881 | $76,135 |
| 2013 | $21,088 | $93,016 | $16,881 | $76,135 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Sara Brahm
-
Nathan Freeborn
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nathan Freeborn
Redfin Corporation
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12490064
APN: 05-27-421-002-0000
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