188 Forest St, Winnetka, IL 60093
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OFF MARKET

$2,135,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths

188 Forest St, Winnetka, IL 60093

Est. Refi. Payment $15,076/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 16, 2024 for $1,611,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.14M
Since last month
Increased$10K (+0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$195K (+9.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$575K (+35.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +125% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.19M
August 2026$2.18M
July 2026$2.13M
June 2026$2.18M
May 2026$2.09M
April 2026$2.09M
March 2026$2.11M
February 2026$2.06M
January 2026$2.07M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,385,000
10/27/25
5
3.5
-
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
11/07/25
5
3.5
3,822
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,795,000
04/03/26
4
3.5
3,662
0.14
Single-Family Home
$3,070,000
01/06/26
5
6
5,174
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
09/03/26
5
4
3,445
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,635,000
03/02/26
5
3.5
3,185
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
05/19/26
5
3.5
-
0.42
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
05/08/26
5
4.5
4,023

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.03
$1,537,300
4
3.5
3,869
Off Market
0.05
$1,881,100
6
4.5
4,684
Off Market
0.10
$5,600,000
6
5
9,000
Recently Sold
0.11
$2,956,300
6
6
5,761
Off Market
0.14
$4,909,100
5
6.5
6,500
Off Market
0.11
$3,100,000
6
6
5,338
Recently Sold
0.15
$2,900,000
5
6.5
-
Recently Sold
0.14
$3,070,000
5
6
5,174
Recently Sold
0.16
$4,255,000
6
5.5
8,549
Recently Sold
0.15
$3,307,600
6
7
6,058
Off Market
0.15
$2,866,700
5
4
4,592
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1992
2 Car Garage

About this House

A Picture Perfect All-American beauty in desirable Winnetka Location! Meticulously maintained and loved - this TURNKEY home boasts incredible millwork, hardwood floors throughout, a perfect layout on all three floors and incredibly manicured grounds! A fabulous foyer with breadth and gorgeous staircase welcomes you into the home. Entertainer's will love the expansive living room with a statement fireplace great to host large gatherings and beautiful french doors leading to the lush backyard full of perennials - perfect indoor/outdoor living. The elegant dining room is separate and opens to the kitchen. A beautiful wood paneled family room with great built-ins is in the center of the home - all part of great circular flow on the first floor. The updated kitchen is perfect for the discerning cook - Wolf Pro Style 6-burner range, Miele oven, SubZero, Bosch dishwasher, warming drawer, island with seating and eat-in area - all with sight lines to the yard and deck. Escape to the oversized primary suite - great natural light, ensuite bathroom and an extra room currently being used as an office - do whatever you like this with this bonus space! Three other generous bedrooms all with nice sized closets - share two, renovated, white hallway baths. The finished lower level offers a private guest suite with a full bath as well a spacious rec room with floor to ceiling built-ins and a desk area - this space offers great versatility. Laundry room and two large storage rooms. In the winter you will love the 2-car attached garage and mud room! A short walk to schools, downtown Winnetka shops, restaurants, parks and the train. Hard to find a home so pristine - just bring your toothbrush! Ask for the list of improvements. A MUST SEE!
188 Forest St, Winnetka, IL 60093 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom single-family home built in 1992. It last sold for $1,611,000 on Aug 16, 2024 (2% below the $1,649,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,135,700, with a rent estimate of $7,154/month.
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listed by Megan Mawicke Bradley, (847) 881-0200
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
John Mawicke, (312) 342-4278
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Dinny Dwyer, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12044002

Home Details for 188 Forest St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Deck, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Recreation Rm, Storage
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1992
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05213000490000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,649,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu May 16 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Winnetka
School Information
Elementary School District: 36Jr High / Middle School District: 36High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/WiHigh School District: 203

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12044002

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 16, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12044002
Sold
$1,611,000
Aug 5, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12044002
Pending
$1,649,000
May 17, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12044002
Contingent
$1,649,000
May 13, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12044002
Listed For Sale
$1,649,000

Market trends in Winnetka

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
25
5
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What Locals Say about Winnetka

At least 78 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 94 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say kids play outside

  • 88 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there's wildlife

  • 76 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say there are community events

  • 72 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 70 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • DRD
    "Great schools and public works. Incredible beaches. Great fire and police systems. Amazing playing fields for kidsโ€™ sports. "
  • allisonbowersbrown
    "Park district, block parties, parades, fireworks. Neighborhood get together, school and church events. "
  • Jillian D.
    "I take the metra and walk to work. Itโ€™s easy and about as fast in the train to Chicago as it is in a car. Going west without a car is not as doable though. "
  • Acparacchini
    "Great dog beach, easy walk to town with coffee shops, restaurants, etc and bring the dog! 4th of July parade and everyone brings their dogs "
  • Phil L. .
    "Great parks, families and restaurants. Easy walk to restaurants , train, and interesting stores. Lots of people out walking, running or on bikes. "
  • Jillian D.
    "I take the train and walk. There are usually window seats available on the Metra when I leave winnetka at 7:21. "
  • Jillian D.
    "There are lots of green parks for doggos to play at! Thereโ€™s also lil fountains where you can get water for people and dogs in the summer. "
  • Sarahvaile687
    "Winnetka music festival, summer music in the park...there are plenty of events hosted by the community."
  • Winnetka mom
    "Iโ€™ve lived here for 14 years and Winnetka is the most warm, welcoming neighborhood Iโ€™ve ever lived in!"
  • Benjamin J. D.
    "They would like it. Itโ€™s a great community with tons of parks. Move here! You wonโ€™t regret it. Itโ€™s like living in a Rockwell painting."
  • Mklein
    "Lived here for 22 years. Raised our family here. Would do it again given the chance. Great mix of people from different backgrounds and heritage. Only downfall is politically backwards and cannot get anything done in the village thatโ€™s required to stay current with infrastructure or lifestyle. "
  • Sbardoni29
    "Wonderful place to live. Gorgeous homes and great apartment living above shops and restaurants. So close to the lake and Metra runs right through city to downtown. "
  • Coveyandclay
    "family friendly and perfect for children! parks are wonderful and schools are best in country. park district facilities are top notch"
  • Coveyandclay
    "great parks and lots of kids playing there all the time. very family friendly. many kids events put on by park district also."
  • Erin K. C.
    "Very dog friendly. There is a great private dog beach that is well maintained with a dog wash and passholder only gate. All dogs are required to be well behaved and up to date on all shots. "
  • Acparacchini
    "Lived in Winnetka essentially since I was 9! Great place to raise a family. Beautiful homes, great town, great beaches, excellent schools, easy transportation to the city! "
  • Gabriel
    "Safe, quiet and architecturally nice. A great place to live and raise a family. Great schools and close to the lake. "
  • mtoyama60
    "Wonderful neighborhood close to lake and town and highly rated schools. Family community. Quiet residential street. Great investment."
  • Patty E.
    "I want to move here ,whith my kids."

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Frequently asked questions about 188 Forest St

  • What is 188 Forest St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 188 Forest St in Winnetka, IL is $2,135,700.
  • What is the price history for 188 Forest St?
    188 Forest St in Winnetka, IL last sold for $1,611,000 in August 2024.
  • Is Winnetka a buyer's or seller's market?
    Winnetka is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Winnetka?
    Residents describe Winnetka, IL as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Winnetka, IL.
  • Does 188 Forest St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 188 Forest St in Winnetka, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 188 Forest St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 188 Forest St in Winnetka, IL has laundry facilities.

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