1617 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
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SOLD
OCT 23, 2025

1617 Forest Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,604 sqft

$877,700

Last Sold: Oct 23, 2025
3% over list $849K
$547/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,062/mo*
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$877,700

Last Sold: Oct 23, 2025
3% over list $849K
$547/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,062/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,604 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
1951
Living Area
1,604 sqft
Price/Sqft
$547/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Nestled on one of Wilmette's most sought after streets, in the McKenzie school district- this meticulously cared for home is waiting to surprise you! Behind this quaint exterior you will find sun-filled living spaces, huge bedrooms , vaulted ceilings and space galore! Welcoming foyer ushers you into the large, open living room with woodburing fireplace, adjoining den and adjacent sun room with panoramic views of the lushly planted backyard. Huge kitchen is a chef's dream with 12' ceilings, 6.5' island AND room for 6+ person table! Cozy dining room has a charming bay of windows overlooking the deck. Also on the first floor, a large bedroom with ample closets and a full bath! Climb the stairs to the second floor which boasts 2 massive treetop bedrooms with stunning views and huge cedar-lined closets. Also on this level; a generously sized bathroom with a walk-in shower and ample storage, a large common closet and a generous hall with room for a reading nook or desk space. FULL unfinished basement with 7' ceilings and fireplace offers a HUGE OPPORTUNITY for even more living space! Currently divided into a laundry room, Rec Room, Work Room & Storage Room- there is sooo much that can be done with this space! The backyard is a true oasis with multilevel deck with for outdoor dining and entertaining and gorgeous plantings. Brick path leads to oversized 2 car garage. All of this in a PERFECT location, just steps to schools and downtown Wilmette!!! HIGHEST AND BEST DUE MONDAY 9/22 at 7pm!
1617 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,604 sqft single-family home built in 1951. It last sold for $877,700 on Oct 23, 2025 (3% above the $849,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $914,100, with a rent estimate of $4,457/month.

Home Details for 1617 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Full,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Deck, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Sun Room, Work Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1604 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Electric CooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,SinkMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood Burning, Includes Accessories, Living Room, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Drapes, Bay Window(s), Window TreatmentsDoor: French Doors, Storm Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedExterior: Outdoor GrillFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Alley,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cottage
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05284230060000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $849,000Price Per Sqft: $547/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 23 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wilmette
School Information
Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 39Jr High / Middle School: Highcrest Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 39High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/WiHigh School District: 203

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Brad Lippitz Group

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8050 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12476435

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Kirsten Coleman, (646) 489-7318
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Brad Lippitz, Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12476435

Price History for 1617 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/23/2025$877,700Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476435
10/21/2025$849,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476435
09/24/2025$849,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476435
09/19/2025$849,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476435
03/27/2013$146,000Sold
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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$13,205
Assessment$620,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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1718 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
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$912,000
08/15/25
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$760,000
09/16/25
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1,914
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$1,050,000
08/08/25
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1.5
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329 Ridge Rd, Kenilworth, IL
0.41
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$765,000
10/01/25
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1.5
1,827
1924 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.32
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$1,121,924
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3
2
1,824
1525 Spencer Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.23
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$1,150,000
08/21/25
3
3
2,565
1531 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL
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$730,000
05/01/26
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$569,000
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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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    "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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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information