Seller's Agent in 2025
Gary Braaten
Realty One Group Ethos
(630) 816-8163
4 in this area
16 Total Sales
1321 E Forest Ave Wheaton, IL 60187
Hawthorne Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,105
Sq Ft
0.28
Acres Lot
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
- 12,197 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 69 x 180
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- 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
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Screened 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
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 18, 2025
Closed on
Nov 13, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gary Braaten
Realty One Group Ethos
Buyer's Agent
Meg Tange
Keller Williams ONEChicago
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$749,000
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,917
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.71%
Original Mortgage
$539,000
Outstanding Balance
$535,271
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$225,646
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
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
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 2002
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $749,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | $485,000 | Ctic | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $539,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $339,500 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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| 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
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Gary Braaten
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Meg Tange
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Meg Tange
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(312) 752-0538
1 in this area
82 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12334229
APN: 05-10-316-022
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