831 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD
JAN 29, 2026

$2,482,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 6,231 sqft

831 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091

Ouilmette North
Est. Refi. Payment $17,509/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 29, 2026 for $2,399,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.48M
Since last month
Increased$16K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$474K (+23.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$87K (+3.6%)
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 +109% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.49M
August 2026$2.47M
July 2026$2.47M
June 2026$2.45M
May 2026$2.46M
April 2026$2.44M
March 2026$2.42M
February 2026$2.4M
January 2026$2.43M
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
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
11/21/25
5
4.5
4,712
0.11
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
06/05/26
5
3.5
3,563
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,995,000
01/28/26
5
4.5
4,843
0.23
Single-Family Home
$2,485,000
05/22/26
5
4.5
4,152
0.20
Single-Family Home
$2,095,000
10/08/25
7
5.5
5,668
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
04/13/26
5
4.5
3,352
0.14
Single-Family Home
$2,455,000
11/07/25
5
3.5
4,010
0.10
Single-Family Home
$3,200,000
06/12/26
6
7
5,969
0.01
Single-Family Home
$1,753,000
05/15/26
5
2.5
3,002

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.01
$1,753,000
5
2.5
3,002
Recently Sold
0.05
$2,729,200
5
3.5
4,700
Off Market
0.07
$2,856,700
5
4.5
4,179
Off Market
0.09
$1,580,000
5
3.5
3,125
Recently Sold
0.04
$1,599,200
5
2.5
4,378
Off Market
0.05
$1,419,200
4
2.5
2,036
Off Market
0.09
$1,930,000
4
3.5
3,238
Recently Sold
0.10
$1,417,100
4
2
-
Off Market
0.11
$2,262,300
4
3.5
-
Off Market
0.10
$2,935,000
5
5
-
Recently Sold
0.11
$2,100,000
5
3.5
3,563
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 1903
6,231 sqft
$385/sqft
Garage

About this House

Quintessential East Wilmette home with great front porch, spacious lot (50 x 189), and rooms in all the right spaces for today's living on a tree lined street! This gorgeous 5-bedroom, 5.1 bathroom property had a full expansion renovation, with a three-story addition and dug out basement in 2008, plus new improvements. The inviting front porch welcomes you into the foyer where you will notice beautiful millwork, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and sun filled rooms. Formal living room features lovely windows, an updated gas fireplace that opens to formal dining room with leaded glass windows. Dining area is open to the kitchen and family room, perfect for entertaining a crowd. Oversized chef's kitchen with custom cabinets, newer quartzite countertops, two sinks, Wolf oven and a half & range, SubZero refrigerator/freezer, one beverage door, one freezer drawer, walk-in pantry, control zone and large island! Kitchen opens to the family room with a wood burning fireplace, flanked by custom bookshelves, plus an additional entertainment area with a wine fridge and kegerator. South facing back of the home, overlooks the backyard - included a deck with trex-like decking, two bluestone patio areas, built in grill/plus green egg and fireplace. Dedicated office with loads of built ins and beautiful powder room finishes the first floor. The second-floor features primary suite with a fireplace in the bedroom, huge bathroom with his and her vanities, steam shower, radiant floors, soaking bubble tub, plus two spacious walk-in closets and a linen closet. Additional stackable laundry is on the floor. Three additional, generous-sized bedrooms are off the second floor landing, including an en-suite and hall bath. Third floor offers an additional bedroom, with an ensuite bathroom and a walk-in closet. Bonus space for an additional sitting room/office, plus storage finishes the floor. You won't be disappointed with the dug out basement, features a fabulous rec room, exercise room, 300+ temperature controlled wine celler, mudroom, laundry room and TONS of storage areas. Landscaped back yard with a bluestone walkway. Two car garage, plus a parking pad. Can't beat this walkable location to Central Elementary, town, Metra train, shops, Plaza Del Lago, and the beach!
831 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091 is a 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 6,231 sqft single-family home in Ouilmette North, built in 1903. It last sold for the $2,399,000 asking price on Jan 29, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,482,200, with a rent estimate of $7,412/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Sara Brahm, (847) 881-0200
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Nathan Freeborn, (773) 590-3430, Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12490064

Home Details for 831 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, 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: 6231 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Upper Level,Multiple LocationsMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master BedroomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: FencedExterior: Outdoor GrillFoundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Alley,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 1845 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1903Year Renovated: 2009
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: American 4-Sq.
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05274210020000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,399,000Price Per Sqft: $385/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 13 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 6231 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9450 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12490064Attic: Finished, Full, Interior Stair

Additional Information

SidewalksStreet LightsSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 29, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$2,399,000
Nov 21, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490064
Sold
$2,399,000
Nov 12, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490064
Pending
$2,399,000
Oct 13, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490064
Contingent
$2,399,000
Oct 10, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490064
Listed For Sale
$2,399,000

Market trends in Wilmette

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

Around this home

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 831 Forest Ave

  • What is 831 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 831 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL is $2,482,200.
  • What is the price history for 831 Forest Ave?
    831 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL last sold for $2,399,000 in January 2026.
  • 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 831 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 831 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 831 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 831 Forest Ave in Wilmette, IL has in-unit laundry.

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