1440 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
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OFF MARKET

1440 Forest Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,000 sqft

$1,594,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,914/mo*
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$1,594,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,914/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,000 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1907
Living Area
3,000 sqft
Price/Sqft
$531
Parking
Garage

About this House

Exceptional classic home with inviting front porch, updated large kitchen, fresh new decor and all the right spaces in all the right places! Graceful, expansive Living Room features handsome fireplace, custom built-in book cases, arched large doorways, crown moldings, lovely hardwood floors plus opens to the bright Sunroom. Lovely Dining Room ready for entertaining. All together creating beautiful, spacious first floor with rooms flowing openly to each other. Sharply updated cook's Kitchen has maple cabinets, granite counters, SubZero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and h-u-g-e breakfast area leading to superb Family Room + deck and big backyard. Ideal layout for all age groups! Deluxe Master suite with additional ensuite bath and sitting room (perfect for a study or nursery.) Renovated 3rd floor:new windows, new insulation, new carpet, fresh paint ... ideal retreat for guests, teen, office, nanny. Basement playroom, storage. Near train, parks, village & McKenzie too!
1440 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,000 sqft single-family home built in 1907. It last sold for $937,500 on May 4, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,594,100, with a rent estimate of $6,120/month.

Home Details for 1440 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Recreation Room, Workshop, Solarium AtriumCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceJetted Bath Tub
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: StuccoGardenLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1907
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9250 sqft

Price History for 1440 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/04/2018$937,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09881203
03/19/2018$950,000PendingAgent Provided
03/16/2018$950,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/29/2014$879,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08637474
06/19/2014$869,000PendingAgent Provided
06/07/2014$869,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Wilmette

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.14M
$111KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
103.7%
2.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$454
$18MoM
Available listings
61
1MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$20,748
Assessment$881,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1440 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1500 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$1,400,072
03/16/26
5
3.5
2,255
1241 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,140,000
10/10/25
5
2.5
3,163
1504 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,401,504
08/11/25
4
2.5
2,606
840 Park Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,175,000
09/30/25
4
2.5
2,587
1606 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,699,000
01/08/26
6
3.5
3,560
1232 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,735,000
04/30/26
5
3.5
4,262
1227 16th St, Wilmette, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$910,000
10/27/25
4
2.5
2,803
1133 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,221,875
04/14/26
5
3.5
3,500
1215 16th St, Wilmette, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
04/17/26
5
4.5
3,100
1416 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
12/08/25
4
2.5
4,416

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What Locals Say about Wilmette

At least 156 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say it's quiet

  • 83 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say there are community events

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  • Lisa Oldson
    "We have the Metra, the el, and the pace bus system here. Also, easy access to the highway by car. Getting around Wilmette is easy. "
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  • A.e.wolff
    "Family environment. Summer beach nights. Open spaces and parks. Amazing schools with good progression. "
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  • Aaron Walter
    "Lots of other dogs in the neighborhood. Most everyone cleans up after their pets. The sidewalks are great for long walks. Lots of open spaces to play."
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  • Hyun Y.
    "V affluent area with diversity. Great school system, safe and clean. Can’t complain. Very kids friendly"
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  • Smithp78
    "Easy to commute to downtown via Metra. Not always easy to find parking at Metra after 7:15. A lot of people walk. Possible to drive downtown but takes up to 90 minutes in morning rush. "
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  • Shannon J.
    "People are extremely welcoming and friendly. We moved here a few months ago, and have never felt so immediately at home in a community!"
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  • Iltonz
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time, and they seemed happy! There are great parks and green areas for dogs in general."
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  • Cheryl
    "Lots of responsible dog owners walking their dogs in this area. People pick up after their dogs. Xxxxxxxxx"
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  • Iam.pethcha
    "The sidewalks are super clean which I can not find it anywhere like here also i feel safe living here even walking here at night time."
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  • Jujujuice
    "Lots of families. It’s a real community feel and people are very neighborly. And of course, great schools!"
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  • Teresa
    "Clean & wide sidewalks, many parks, fenced in dog beach plus another dog park. Many people own dogs & walk them several times a day. "
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  • Zean N.
    "It’s an amazing place to raise a family. Clean. Safe. Great schools. Close to the lake. Close to Chicago but far enough away to have a small town community feel. "
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  • Miriam H
    "Having a CTA station within a mile from our house makes the commute to Chicago doable. Depending on the day driving to and from the city during rush hour using Lakeshore or 94 is a hassle..."
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  • Adroaras
    "Certain parks are closed to dogs, but overall this is a dog friendly neighborhood. Also most of the parks have a poop bag station."
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  • Satish Kumar
    "very diverse demographics than past years! vibrant community, great facilities, amazing schools and school staff."
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  • Teresa K.
    "Great. All back roads to NU. never have to get on the free way. Only mild back UPS on Greenbay avenue during rush hour. There are lots of schools along the way which can slow you down due to buses and speed zones but that is the least of my worries "
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  • Charles A.
    "There are plenty of sidewalks and parks in the area. The only problem is there are no legal off leash parks within walking distance. "
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  • Masahito J.
    "Great schools, safe neighborhood, kids ride their bikes everywhere worry-free. Shops within walking distance. Great beach. Close to Chicago. "
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  • Teresa K.
    "very safe and very well maintained. prices are okay compared to our neighbors in Evanston. some neighborhoods, the houses all look the same but I enjoy the older neighborhoods where the homes have lots of old charm and character "
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  • Keassouad
    "Lake with beach, schools, access, community, restaurants, athletics, space to play transportation and character. "
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  • Castle117
    "I grew up here. Great forest preserve bike trails, the beach, pool clubhouse, and an excellent school district. "
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  • cdtangney
    "I have lived on and off in Wilmette for 30+ years. Grew up here. Eventually moved back here to raise my own family. Its one of the safest places in the country. The schools are excellent. The parks are beautiful, clean and have updated equipment. The Park District, With all that it has to offer for kids and adults, is incredible. The people are actively involved throughout the neighborhood. There are a few new dining and nightlife venues that are helping to make Wilmette all inclusive. Access to a great pool facility and one of the best beaches on the North shore just make it for this area. I highly recommend Wilmette to any young couple getting started, to anyone wanting to raise a family and to those looking to finish out their lives filled with quiet beauty in a safe place."
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  • cg
    "Have lived here for 10 years. The schools are superb and the people are like people anywhere. Some are nice and some are snotty but you can ignore them. Its great for the things that matter. Traffic getting into Chicago is usually bad but the Metra train is great."
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  • conceptking
    "Walking distance to everything - CTA, Metra, Parks, Beach, shopping in Wilmette and Evanston Central St. area. And a short drive to Sheridan Road/LSD and i-94.Phenomenal for families of all ages with nationally recognized and award winning schools. A fantastic and safe neighborhood and a hidden gem that borders Evanston. If there's a house that's within your budget range, make an offer - you will not be disappointed. "
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  • lindamcz123
    "I used to live in this community years ago and loved every day. There are two malls within walking distance. A couple of bus lines that can take you the the downtown train. Excellent expressway access going both north or south. The Park district is right across the street with an amazing Gym, child care and much, much more. LOVE Wilmette, and this area of it."
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