Seller's Agent in 2025
Gary Braaten
Realty One Group Ethos
(630) 816-8163
3 in this area
13 Total Sales
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,105
Sq Ft
0.28
Acres
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Deck
- Screened Porch
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Workshop
About This Home
As of November 2025Lovingly maintained by the owners for 20+ years this quality built 1970 classic 2 story house (4 bedrooms & 2.5 baths) boasts recently installed Pella architectural windows throughout, hardwood floors on both the 1st & 2nd floors, a recently installed high-end high efficiency furnace, updated screened in porch & adjoining deck overlooking a park like backyard - perfect for entertaining. Conveniently located on beautiful Forest Street - it's an easy walk to the College Avenue train station, Wheaton College & downtown Wheaton. The house is move-in ready with many updates recently completed, including: remodeling and updating of the kitchen including new countertops, updating of all bathrooms, sanding and refinishing of all hardwood floors, freshly painted, driveway resurfaced, garage is equipped with a Tesla charging circuit, garage doors are new and plumbing updates were recently completed. A great house in a great neighborhood that can be yours. As a point of interest, this is the first time that 1321 E. Forest has been publicly listed for sale / just 2 owners in 55 years - you can be the third ! A quick close is possible and preferred.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Realty One Group Ethos License #475186387 Listed on: 09/18/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,698
Year Built
- Built in 1970
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 69 x 180
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,105 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Workshop
- Screened Porch
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Laundry Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Washington Elementary School
- Franklin Middle School
- Wheaton North High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2005
Sold by
Henry Barbara J
Bought by
Redmond Michael L and Redmond Carla M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$339,500
Outstanding Balance
$195,103
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Estimated Equity
$485,392
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 2002
Sold by
Henry Barbara J
Bought by
Henry Barbara J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $485,000 | Ctic | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $339,500 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 11/17/25 | Sold | $749,000 | 0.0% | $356 / Sq Ft |
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | For Sale | $749,000 | -- | $356 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,698 | $158,473 | $38,719 | $119,754 |
| 2023 | $9,317 | $145,870 | $35,640 | $110,230 |
| 2022 | $9,029 | $137,860 | $33,680 | $104,180 |
| 2021 | $8,764 | $134,590 | $32,880 | $101,710 |
| 2020 | $8,970 | $133,330 | $32,570 | $100,760 |
| 2019 | $8,764 | $129,810 | $31,710 | $98,100 |
| 2018 | $9,350 | $135,090 | $29,880 | $105,210 |
| 2017 | $9,211 | $130,110 | $28,780 | $101,330 |
| 2016 | $9,089 | $124,910 | $27,630 | $97,280 |
| 2015 | $9,020 | $119,170 | $26,360 | $92,810 |
| 2014 | $9,018 | $117,220 | $23,960 | $93,260 |
| 2013 | $8,786 | $117,570 | $24,030 | $93,540 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Gary Braaten
-
Meg Tange
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Meg Tange
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(312) 752-0538
1 in this area
82 Total Sales
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12334229
APN: 05-10-316-022
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