534 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
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UNDER CONTRACT

$874,900

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,506 sqft

534 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187

Northside
Est. Mortgage $6,304/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958
$349/sqft
2 Car Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Cozy pass-through gas fireplaceGenerously sized bedroomsWood-beamed ceilingsExquisite millworkSignature linefold-style wainscotingClassic tudor curb appeal
Timeless Tudor elegance meets an exceptional North Wheaton location in this meticulously maintained residence, lovingly cherished by its owners for over 40 years of wonderful memory-making. Perfectly positioned across from Lawson Field, and just a short stroll to the iconic Wheaton College campus, this distinctive home is rich in architectural character, thoughtful updates, enduring craftsmanship, and wonderful neighbors! From the moment you arrive, the classic Tudor curb appeal captivates with its cedar shake roof, handsome exterior, and unmistakable Old World charm. Inside, a welcoming foyer introduces a home filled with the rich details that define its tradition...beautiful mahogany floors, exquisite millwork, plantation shutters, wood-beamed ceilings, signature linefold-style wainscoting, custom built-ins, and warm inviting spaces perfect for gathering. The heart of the home is the custom-designed open-concept kitchen, thoughtfully remodeled in 2006 with handcrafted Amish maple cabinetry, a generous center island, cooktop, built-in oven, planning desk, and a casual dining area with doors opening to the backyard deck. Seamlessly connected, the spacious family room features custom built-ins, and shares a cozy pass-through gas fireplace with the adjacent den, creating two warm and inviting spaces perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Upstairs, the expansive primary bedroom serves as a true retreat, highlighted by a charming wood-burning fireplace, three closets, and lovely natural light. Three additional generously sized bedrooms are served by two full hall baths, each offering linen storage, with one featuring a convenient laundry chute...a delightful nod to the home's thoughtful original design. One of the secondary bedrooms is sure to delight with custom built-in bunk beds, creating a whimsical space for sleepovers, story time, and countless childhood memories. Bonus, original hardwood flooring beneath the carpeting. The finished basement expands the living space with a large recreation room centered around a second gas fireplace framed by custom built-ins, making it an ideal gathering place for movie nights, or rainy days and board games. A spacious laundry room with utility sink, abundant storage areas, and a fascinating original 1950s bomb shelter, currently serving as the perfect workshop, add both function and character. 2 car attached garage with durable epoxy flooring, and cabinetry to help keep busy lifestyles organized. Throughout this home, Tudor style touches blended with modern updates create an atmosphere that is both classic and welcoming....offering a home that honors its heritage while accommodating today's lifestyle. Situated in one of North Wheaton's most sought-after neighborhoods, directly across from Lawson Field, within walking distance of Wheaton College, parks, schools, and vibrant downtown Wheaton, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly special residence where exceptional quality and timeless architectural beauty are ready to welcome their next chapter, and a new generation of cherished memories! Updates Made by Current Owners- 2006- Custom kitchen renovation created an open concept to dining & family rooms, custom cabinetry in family room, mahogany flooring throughout main floor's living spaces, family room and basement fireplaces converted to gas, basement finished, bathrooms updated in 2000 and bathroom closest to the primary bedroom refreshed in 2026, plantation shutters 2006, dishwasher 2025. Additional Notes- stairs/bedrooms are hardwood under carpeting, den is parquet.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Becky Chase VanderVeen, C-RET,GRI, (630) 220-1447
Realty Executives Premier Illinois
Eric Logan, C-RET, (630) 675-1737
Realty Executives Premier Illinois
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12713810
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 534 E Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Work Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2506 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Unit,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam,BaseboardHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 4Fireplace: Double Sided, Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Masonry, Living Room, Basement, Bedroom, Den/LibraryHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Insulated Windows, Plantation ShuttersDoor: French Doors, Storm Door(s), 6 Panel Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet
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Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShakePatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: NoneFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Driveway,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Tudor
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, FrameNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0509420016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $874,900Price Per Sqft: $349
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Location

Direction & Address
City: Wheaton
School Information
Elementary School: Hawthorne Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 200Jr High / Middle School: Franklin Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 200High School: Wheaton North High SchoolHigh School District: 200

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12713810
Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Schwager Group

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3648 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Attorney/Inspection

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12713810Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractAttic: Pull Down Stair, Unfinished

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayHide Price History DisplayHide Days On Site DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

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Neighborhood Overview

Northside
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What Locals Say about Northside

At least 12 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 94 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 92 % Say it's quiet

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Walk to downtown train station and prairie paths. Easy even in winter time. Also have access to another station in town"
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  • Ariellealvin
    "Neighborhood is busy but usually quiet while remaining within a great distance of several businesses."
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  • Eahlemann
    "Wheaton is a very safe community and you can walk to the downtown area, which has restaurants and other businesses. You can also catch a Metra train into Chicago to enjoy all the City has to offer."
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  • Mark A.
    "Have lived in this area for 30+ years, only planned to be here for 2 years - but could not find a better place to live and raise a family."
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Market trends in Wheaton

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$516K
$20.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$284
$7MoM
Available listings
129
7MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$847K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$103K (+13.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$689K (+430.4%)
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 +64% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$849K
August 2026$853K
July 2026$913K
June 2026$865K
May 2026$827K
April 2026$824K
March 2026$754K
February 2026$738K
January 2026$725K
2025
2024
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2022
2021
2020
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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
1119 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$678,500
09/30/25
4
2.5
2,052
918 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$700,000
06/12/26
4
2.5
1,938
1111 Lexington St, Wheaton, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$750,000
12/05/25
4
2.5
2,708
728 Howard St, Wheaton, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$688,000
05/21/26
3
2.5
2,032
817 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$445,000
03/16/26
3
2
2,236
703 Webster Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$590,000
08/28/26
4
2
2,768
908 Lexington St, Wheaton, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$631,500
12/05/25
4
1.5
1,935
1106 N Washington St, Wheaton, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$650,000
07/14/26
3
1.5
2,114
720 E Harrison Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$425,000
03/16/26
2
2
1,712
820 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$500,000
03/31/26
3
1.5
1,296

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
922 N Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.02
$612,800
3
2
-
Off Market
904 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.05
$770,000
5
3.5
2,350
Recently Sold
919 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.05
$655,400
4
2.5
2,119
Off Market
914 W Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$433,900
3
2
1,232
Off Market
901 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$767,800
4
3
3,735
Off Market
906 Howard St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.09
$461,000
5
2
1,222
Off Market
1119 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.15
$704,500
4
2.5
2,052
Off Market
625 E Harrison Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.09
$524,600
4
2
1,292
Off Market
919 N Washington St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.15
$748,600
3
2
1,950
Off Market
1123 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.16
$675,000
3
2
1,355
Recently Sold
941 Howard St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.12
$809,400
4
2.5
2,750
Off Market
607 E Prairie Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.18
$1,415,000
5
5
3,730
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 1, 1985
Source: N/A
Sold
$160,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

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Agent Phone: (630) 220-1447
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Frequently asked questions about 534 E Forest Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 534 E Forest Ave?
    Based on a $874,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 534 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL is approximately $6,369 (about $4,887 principal & interest, $1,407 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 534 E Forest Ave compare to homes in Wheaton?
    534 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL is listed at $874,900, about 69% above the $516K median sale price in Wheaton.
  • What do residents say about the Northside neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Northside neighborhood in Wheaton, IL as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and quiet. See homes for sale in Northside, Wheaton.
  • What are the closest schools to 534 E Forest Ave?
    The closest schools to 534 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL are Franklin Middle School (rated 9/10), Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 9/10), Wheaton North High School (rated 8/10).
  • Does 534 E Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 534 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 534 E Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 534 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL has in-unit laundry.
534 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,506 sqft single-family home built in 1958. 534 E Forest Ave is located in Northside, Wheaton. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12713810.