1617 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 (MLS # 12476435)

Price $849,000
Status Active
Beds 3
Baths 2 Baths
Home size 1,604 sqft
Lot Size n/a
Days on Market 2
Nestled on one of Wilmette's most sought after streets, in the McKenzie school district- this meticulously cared for home is waiting to surprise you! Behind this quaint exterior you will find sun-filled living spaces, huge bedrooms , vaulted ceilings and space galore! Welcoming foyer ushers you into the large, open living room with woodburing fireplace, adjoining den and adjacent sun room with panoramic views of the lushly planted backyard. Huge kitchen is a chef's dream with 12' ceilings, 6.5' island AND room for 6+ person table! Cozy dining room has a charming bay of windows overlooking the deck. Also on the first floor, a large bedroom with ample closets and a full bath! Climb the stairs to the second floor which boasts 2 massive treetop bedrooms with stunning views and huge cedar-lined closets. Also on this level; a generously sized bathroom with a walk-in shower and ample storage, a large common closet and a generous hall with room for a reading nook or desk space. FULL unfinished basement with 7' ceilings and fireplace offers a HUGE OPPORTUNITY for even more living space! Currently divided into a laundry room, Rec Room, Work Room & Storage Room- there is sooo much that can be done with this space! The backyard is a true oasis with multilevel deck with for outdoor dining and entertaining and gorgeous plantings. Brick path leads to oversized 2 car garage. All of this in a PERFECT location, just steps to schools and downtown Wilmette!!!
Property Type(s): Single Family
Last Updated 9/19/2025 Year Built 1951
Community Wilmette Garage Spaces 2.0
County Cook

SCHOOLS

School District New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Elementary School Mckenzie Elementary School
Jr. High School Highcrest Middle School
High School New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

Additional Details

AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
AREA Wilmette
BASEMENT Daylight, Full, Unfinished, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Wood Siding
EXTERIOR Barbecue, Outdoor Grill
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Forced Air, Natural Gas
INTERIOR Built-in Features, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
LOT 0
LOT DESCRIPTION Landscaped
LOT DIMENSIONS 50 X 161
PARKING Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Garage
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE Cottage
TAXES 12714.7
WATER Public

Location

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