518 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
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OFF MARKET

$2,098,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,945 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

518 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091

Ouilmette North
Est. Refi. Payment $14,509/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 2, 2019 for $1,100,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.1M
Since last month
Increased$13K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$157K (+8.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$998K (+90.7%)
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 +41% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.1M
August 2026$2.08M
July 2026$2.09M
June 2026$2.2M
May 2026$2.13M
April 2026$2.09M
March 2026$2.04M
February 2026$1.97M
January 2026$1.93M
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
1010 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,725,000
09/01/26
6
4.5
3,576
714 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$2,455,000
11/07/25
5
3.5
4,010
512 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,549,000
04/15/26
5
3.5
3,934
623 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
11/21/25
5
4.5
4,712
315 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,259,000
03/30/26
5
3.5
4,032
633 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,095,000
10/08/25
7
5.5
5,668
631 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
09/18/25
5
3
2,881
512 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$2,250,000
01/07/26
5
4.5
3,467
922 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,580,000
03/24/26
5
3.5
3,125
411 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$2,730,000
06/30/26
5
5.5
5,115

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
1025 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.02
$1,270,600
4
3.5
2,948
Off Market
501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$2,642,900
4
4.5
4,365
Off Market
610 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.08
$5,500,000
6
5.5
6,020
Recently Sold
1037 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.05
$1,912,300
5
2.5
2,324
Off Market
1010 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.05
$1,725,000
6
4.5
3,576
Recently Sold
623 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.12
$1,950,000
5
4.5
4,712
Recently Sold
611 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.09
$2,700,002
5
5
6,230
Recently Sold
436 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.11
$2,538,800
6
5.5
4,491
Off Market
633 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.14
$2,544,700
6
2.5
4,428
Off Market
940 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.09
$2,213,800
5
4
3,769
Off Market
607 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.16
$2,386,600
5
4.5
5,176
Off Market
1041 Michigan Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.09
$2,757,700
4
4
3,667
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 1912
0.3 acre lot
3,945 sqft
$532/sqft
Garage

About this House

A+ Location!!! Ideally situated just west of Sheridan Rd., on a leafy, brick paver street and 75' wide lot. This E. Wilmette brick and stucco home is the epitome of gracious and spacious!First floor boasts generous Living Rm and Dining Room with Bay, Library w/built in bookshelves, large Sunroom, white DeGiulio Kitchen with island and table space, Mudroom and adjacent Family Room with patio door that opens to tri-level deck and yard. The house faces south with HUGE and plentiful windows---delightful all year long! Second Floor features a Two room treetop Master Suite/bath,3 additional BR's ,hall bath and outdoor deck. Super third floor with great ceiling height, 2 additional bedrooms--one is Large with wonderful windows, and the other currently used as an office with more built-in bookshelves. 3rd floor bath with clawfoot tub. Big basement with rec. room, laundry and storage galore. Fabulous block with Lovely homes. So close to Lake Michigan, Central School, Plaza Del Lago, Trains/Town
518 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,945 sqft single-family home in Ouilmette North, built in 1912. It last sold for $1,100,000 on Aug 2, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,098,200, with a rent estimate of $7,486/month.

Home Details for 518 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasHeating Fuel: Gas
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherDeckExterior: Stucco, Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1912
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 2, 2019
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10368883
Sold
$1,100,000
Apr 26, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,150,000
Apr 22, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,150,000
Aug 31, 1983
Source: N/A
Sold
$287,500

Market trends in Wilmette

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.3M
$113KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
103.9%
1.0%MoM
Price per sq ft
$476
$11MoM
Available listings
47
3MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Ouilmette North

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  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 86 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say there's wildlife

  • 82 % Say it's quiet

  • 81 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 79 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 64 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 518 Forest Ave

  • What is 518 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 518 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL is $2,098,200.
  • What is the price history for 518 Forest Ave?
    518 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL last sold for $1,100,000 in August 2019.
  • Is Wilmette a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wilmette is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wilmette?
    The median sale price in Wilmette is $1.3M. That is up $113K from the prior month.
  • Does 518 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 518 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 518 Forest Ave?
    The lot at 518 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL is about 0.30 acres (13,081 sq ft).

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