1617 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL

$849,000

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3

Beds

2

Baths

1,604

Square feet

About 1617 Forest Avenue

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!!! HIGHEST AND BEST DUE MONDAY 9/22 at 7pm!

Features of 1617 Forest Avenue

MLS® # 12476435
Price $849,000
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2.00
Full Baths 2
Square Footage 1,604
Acres 0.00
Year Built 1951
Type Residential
Sub-Type Detached Single
Style Cottage
Status Contingent

Community Information

Address 1617 Forest Avenue
Area Wilmette
City Wilmette
County Cook
State IL
Zip Code 60091

Amenities

Parking Spaces 2
Parking Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
# of Garages 2
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Features Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Workshop
Appliances Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Electric Cooktop
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 2
Fireplaces Wood Burning, Includes Accessories
Stories 2 Stories
Has Basement Yes
Basement Unfinished, Full, Daylight

Exterior

Exterior Wood Siding
Exterior Features Outdoor Grill
Lot Description Landscaped
Roof Asphalt
Foundation Concrete Perimeter

School Information

District 203
Elementary Mckenzie Elementary School
Middle Highcrest Middle School
High New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

Additional Information

Days on Market 23
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No
HOA Fees Freq. Not Applicable

Listing Details

Office@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Contact Info773-472-0200

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