715 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
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OFF MARKET

$2,535,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 5,663 sqft (on 0.44 acres)

715 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091

Ouilmette North
Est. Refi. Payment $17,882/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 5, 2025 for $2,400,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.54M
Since last month
Increased$16K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$132K (+5.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$138K (+5.8%)
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 +36% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.54M
August 2026$2.52M
July 2026$2.53M
June 2026$2.51M
May 2026$2.5M
April 2026$2.48M
March 2026$2.45M
February 2026$2.4M
January 2026$2.45M
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
730 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$2,905,000
07/31/26
6
6
6,352
714 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$2,455,000
11/07/25
5
3.5
4,010
831 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$2,399,000
01/29/26
5
5.5
6,231
633 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$2,095,000
10/08/25
7
5.5
5,668
623 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
11/21/25
5
4.5
4,712
815 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$3,200,000
06/12/26
6
7
5,969
411 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,730,000
06/30/26
5
5.5
5,115
610 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$5,500,000
06/12/26
6
5.5
6,020
626 Washington Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$2,485,000
05/22/26
5
4.5
4,152
412 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$2,985,000
07/01/26
5
5.5
7,466

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
711 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.01
$2,133,000
4
4
3,265
Off Market
714 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.05
$3,256,300
5
3.5
4,010
Off Market
718 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.05
$4,490,200
5
5
6,961
Off Market
633 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.06
$2,569,600
6
2.5
4,428
Off Market
623 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.08
$1,950,000
5
4.5
4,712
Recently Sold
730 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.05
$2,905,000
6
6
6,352
Recently Sold
811 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.08
$1,437,300
4
2.5
2,036
Off Market
633 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.11
$2,202,800
7
5.5
5,668
Off Market
610 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.12
$5,500,000
6
5.5
6,020
Recently Sold
701 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.10
$1,919,000
4
3
-
Off Market
809 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
0.12
$2,935,000
5
5
-
Recently Sold

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 1913
0.44 acre lot
5,663 sqft
$448/sqft
Garage

About this House

SHOWINGS BEGIN FRIDAY,JUNE 27TH. Welcome to an exquisite classic Georgian red brick home in East Wilmette. This three-story residence features a distinctive green tile roof and copper gutters, complemented by a concrete driveway with access from both the street and a paved alley, ensuring ample parking for family and guests. As you enter the spacious foyer, you'll be guided to a private library, complete with built-in desk, bookshelves, and plantation shutters. To your left, the formal living room showcases bright windows and a gas fireplace that also accommodates wood-burning-a perfect setting for welcoming your guests. From here, transition into the sunroom, which features a terrazzo floor and paddle fan, ideal for morning coffee or afternoon relaxation. The oversized dining room awaits with its wrought iron chandelier and sconce lights, ready to host memorable evenings and holiday dinners. An archway opens to a cozy office overlooking the property, while a butler's pantry with glass cabinetry offers a beautiful display for your collectibles. The well-placed family room is designed for fun, boasting two walls of windows with matching rattan blinds. The heart of the first floor is a meticulously designed deGulio kitchen, featuring Siematic cabinets, a Miele dishwasher, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Jenn-Air double oven, cooktop, and a central granite island with breakfast bar, providing ample prep space. Adjoining this is a large breakfast room with seating for eight and a spacious family mudroom. Both the kitchen and breakfast room feature heated floors, and a quaint powder room is tucked away for convenience. Ascending to the second floor via dual staircases, you'll find three generous bedrooms, two hall baths, and a landing with a wall of closets. Proceed through the home's original stained glass windows to a fantastic Primary bedroom addition, offering ample space, plantation shutters, a special dressing alcove with a well-lit makeup desk, and a luxurious custom bath with dual vanities, a whirlpool tub, glass door shower with seating bench, heated floor, and a linen closet. Venture up the "Stairway to Heaven" to discover a gigantic renovated bedroom, previously family bedrooms, now offering built-in bookshelves, two walk-in closets (one cedar), a wet bar, and refrigerator-perfect as a teenager's retreat, artist studio, or home office. The lower level includes a recreation room, utility room, and two extensive storage rooms. The expansive 100 x 190 yard features a dog run, basketball hoop, jungle gym, and plenty of play area. A concrete driveway provides rare entry from both the street and the alley, leading to a two-car detached garage. Adjacent to the breakfast room, an accessible deck built with sustainable materials is perfect for barbecues, enhanced by old-fashioned street pole lighting for special summer evenings. All windows were replaced with custom Marvin windows in 2014. This unique East Wilmette property has been lovingly maintained, making it a signature home ready for today's discerning buyer.
715 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,663 sqft single-family home in Ouilmette North, built in 1913. It last sold for $2,400,000 on Sep 5, 2025 (4% below the $2,500,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,535,300, with a rent estimate of $7,487/month.
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listed by John Phillips, (847) 446-9600
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Bought with: Pamela Kirby, (847) 778-7987, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12399338

Home Details for 715 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Heated Sun Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room Lower LevelWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5663 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam,Radiant FloorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Small Duct High Velocity,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Kennel/Dog RunExterior: Dog Run, Outdoor Grill
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1913
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Georgian
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05274220030000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,500,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jun 30 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.44 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12399338

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 5, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12399338
Sold
$2,400,000
Jul 9, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12399338
Pending
$2,500,000
Jul 1, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12399338
Contingent
$2,500,000
Jun 23, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12399338
Listed For Sale
$2,500,000

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

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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 715 Forest Ave

  • What is 715 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 715 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL is $2,535,300.
  • What is the price history for 715 Forest Ave?
    715 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL last sold for $2,400,000 in September 2025.
  • 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 715 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 715 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 715 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 715 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL has laundry facilities.

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