817 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
SOLD
MAR 16, 2026

$451,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,236 sqft

817 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187

Est. Refi. Payment $3,223/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 16, 2026 for $445,000 (1% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$451K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+2%)
Since last sale
Increased$7K (+1.5%)
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 +71% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$452K
August 2026$453K
July 2026$464K
June 2026$453K
May 2026$450K
April 2026$449K
March 2026$446K
February 2026$464K
January 2026$438K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
919 N President St, Wheaton, IL
0.13
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$450,650
07/01/26
3
1.5
1,170
711 Cadillac Dr, Wheaton, IL
0.24
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$450,000
11/19/25
3
2
1,782
820 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$500,000
03/31/26
3
1.5
1,296
720 E Harrison Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$425,000
03/16/26
2
2
1,712
812 N President St, Wheaton, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$450,000
01/22/26
3
1.5
1,408
1123 Santa Rosa Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$675,000
07/01/26
3
2
1,355
918 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$700,000
06/12/26
4
2.5
1,938
425 Wakeman Ave, Wheaton, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$480,000
03/03/26
3
2
1,991

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1115 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$567,400
3
2
1,617
Off Market
1104 N Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$535,600
4
2.5
-
Off Market
1032 N Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$452,700
3
2
-
Off Market
1028 N Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$901,700
4
2.5
2,916
Off Market
1124 Webster Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.08
$411,500
2
1
1,124
Off Market
1118 N Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.09
$439,500
4
2
1,534
Off Market
1113 N Webster Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.06
$680,800
4
2.5
2,006
Off Market
1117 N Webster Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$636,200
3
2
-
Off Market
1132 Webster Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.09
$471,200
4
2
1,160
Off Market
1133 Cherry St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.11
$501,600
5
2.5
-
Off Market
1110 N President St, Wheaton, IL 60187
0.07
$425,000
3
2
1,125
For Sale

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1950
2,236 sqft
$199/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch on a landscaped corner lot in the heart of Wheaton, offering over 2,200 square feet of finished living space and a layout that truly lives large. Modern neutral decor pairs perfectly with hardwood and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main level, while the spacious living room with fireplace flows into the adjacent dining room, creating a warm, inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen opens to the family room, and two main-floor bedrooms include the primary suite with a new lighted ceiling fan, plus an updated hall bathroom. The full finished basement adds incredible flexibility with a rec room accented by wall sconces, dedicated space for a home office, a third bedroom with egress window, and a second full bath. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard and huge patio, ideal for summer gatherings, along with a 1-car attached garage and floored attic storage. Major updates include new roof, siding, and gutters in 2024, new sump pump in 2023, along with a new garage, exterior outlets, electrical panel, and newer flooring in the kitchen and family room. Ideally located near parks, schools, Metra train service, shopping, and dining, all within award-winning Wheaton schools, this well-cared-for home checks every box for comfort, convenience, and long-term peace of mind.
817 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,236 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $445,000 on Mar 16, 2026 (1% below the $449,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $451,400, with a rent estimate of $3,039/month.
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Matthew Kombrink, GRI,SFR, (630) 803-8444
One Source Realty
Bought with: Diana Hardek, (630) 710-9721, Keller Williams Premiere Properties
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12557994

Home Details for 817 E Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Recreation Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2236 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: Fenced
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 1052 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0509413021

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $449,900Price Per Sqft: $199/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Feb 02 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2236 Square Feet

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12557994

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 16, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12557994
Sold
$445,000
Feb 2, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12557994
Contingent
$449,900
Jan 30, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12557994
Listed For Sale
$449,900
May 30, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11765843
Sold
$370,000
Jun 21, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$290,000

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

Around this home

What Locals Say about Wheaton

At least 334 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say there are community events

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  • Jwoen
    "We definitely need a car to live here. Public transportation is only Metra and limited buses. Downtown is about 30 miles and can be reached using Metra."
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  • Rachel Williams
    "20 min to Bloomingdale, not much traffic. Lots of traffic going into the city. Roosevelt road going east can get very backed up. "
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  • Rebecca Strain
    "A lot of people walk dogs across the street from my apartment complex. They pick up after their pets. Also there are several public parks nearby and I’ve seen people playing with their dogs there. It’s beautiful and safe in this neighborhood."
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  • Est.john
    "Wheaton is a safe and very friendly place to live. I have lived here for 18 years and have nothing bad to say about it. Great neighbors,shops and community. I have always felt safe in this town."
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  • Wheaton Mom
    "There are dogs everywhere. Lots of pet shops nearby. Most apartments accept dogs. Nice pet area. People don’t seam to let you get closer to see their dogs. "
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  • Colleen R.
    "Grew up here and love it and community. Very safe but not much nightlife. Downtown area has gotten a nice facelift. "
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  • Amycullerton06
    "Dog owners would like all the different walking trails, parks, neighborhoods and lakes to walk at. There’s a variety of dogs and lots of dog parks. "
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  • Sara C.
    "There is a short drive to two different Metra stops and there is very easy access to the highway just a couple miles up the road. The commute to downtown is not bad via train or car. "
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  • 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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  • Sara C.
    "I take the Metra into Chicago for work. Parking by the train is easy and the drive to the train station is traffic-free. "
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  • Sarahennings1
    "I have lived here for 15 months. I love the neighborhood. It's a very quiet area even on the fourth of July. I love my house. There is not much traffic. I would recommend this neighborhood to anyone. It is conveniently located to shopping and major streets and interstates. "
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  • Mia B.
    "It is a very dog friendly neighborhood. People pick up after them and I rarely see off leash. Great open areas"
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  • Lorraine T.
    "My drive is fast and not congested! I love the community and I feel very safe in the area. I feel secure when getting mail. The area has a lot of stores in walking distance "
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  • Wendy P.
    "Wheaton is a very safe family friendly neighborhood. The schools are great. I've lived in the area for a few years now and it's been very nice. "
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  • Steven K.
    "It’s an easy commute to Chicago from here. Easy access to highways, lots of parks, restaurants etc. "
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  • Ariellealvin
    "Neighborhood is busy but usually quiet while remaining within a great distance of several businesses."
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  • Gymmia
    "People are friendly. Homes are well maintained. Very safe too. My neighbor she’s the snow removal for the entire block. Great neighbor"
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  • Jemealmckinney
    "They Don’t Really Have Events it’s BORING the neighbors complain about ANY noise you make even if it’s in your house/apartment "
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  • Vidaviviane
    "Parents are not interested in teaching social skills. At public gatherings nobody makes eye contact. Sad sad place. People are not interested in being friendly, getting to know you, being friendly. Polite people but that’s about it. "
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  • Michele R.
    "Sidewalks are abundant. Traffic is light and stops for walkers. Dog owners are required to pick up after their dogs."
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  • Logan P. B.
    "Great schools in the area. Safe. Homes maintain their value very well. Glad we bought our first home here!"
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  • Andrey B.
    "Have no idea I’m not a dog owner. But I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time and everyone seems happy as well as cleaning up after their dogs"
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  • some lady
    "People are always out walking their dogs, and a lot of dogs just hang out in the backyards in the summer so you start to get to know and recognize the homes here through the dogs and not the owners, haha. Also, lots of specialized dog stores and grooming. great place for a spoiled pooch! "
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  • Adam Russell
    "It’s a great place to live, small town feel, close to pretty much everything we need and I can still go to downtown Chicago by train or by car without too much hassle. "
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    "Many years in the neighborhood- always quiet. It’s great for children and walks and easily accessible to stores, movie theaters and dr’s offices etc. "
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  • Lorraine T.
    "Get together everyone gets along well. and it is a very quiet neighborhood the complex cuts the grass well. We have breakfast Saturday. So it’s always a way to bring everyone together "
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  • Jeremy
    "Streets are busy. The neighborhood is safe but we still live in unsafe times. We have heard of crime in the area but have felt safe. "
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  • Jay M.
    "You are close to everything. The neighbors are friendly. We hold block parties. Not that far from major thorough fares. Good schools and excellent town voted best place to live in Illinois 2018"
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  • Billhinckley
    "We have many festivals and a great downtown area for young couples and families. Wheaton was voted one of the safest cities in America recently and it truly is a safe place. "
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  • Kenflanigan
    "dogs are walked regularly and all are friendly. all owners clean up after their dog. Barking is at a minimum."
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  • Cgronemeyer
    "good quiet neighborhood...once the older homes get torn down new ones will pop up..lots of churches and families. Close to downtown"
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Frequently asked questions about 817 E Forest Ave

  • What is 817 E Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 817 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL is $451,400.
  • What is the price history for 817 E Forest Ave?
    817 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL last sold for $445,000 in March 2026.
  • Is Wheaton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Wheaton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Wheaton?
    The median sale price in Wheaton is $516K. That is up $20.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 817 E Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 817 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 817 E Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 817 E Forest Ave in Wheaton, IL has in-unit laundry.

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