When was property at 1636 Forest Avenue built and last sold?

The property at 1636 Forest Avenue was built in 1926 and last sold on Jun 30, 2006 for $735,000.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 1636 Forest Avenue is $1,614,406.

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Wilmette

60091

1636 Forest Avenue

Sold on Jul 15, 2026

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$1,700,000

● House - Off Market

1636 Forest Avenue

Wilmette, IL 60091

4 Beds

3 Baths

3,600 Ft²

$9,495

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Set on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the coveted McKenzie School District, this beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence offers an exceptional blend of timeless charm and modern livability. Positioned on a prominent corner lot, the home is surrounded by lush green space and features an expansive deck-perfect for elegant outdoor entertaining-along with a thoughtfully designed yard complete with play area. Inside, refined yet comfortable living spaces are filled with natural light, offering an ideal backdrop for both everyday living and sophisticated gatherings. The home's gracious layout provides versatility, warmth, and seamless flow throughout. A detached garage with abundant storage and convenient access-without the need for an alley-adds to the home's rare appeal. Ideally located just moments from McKenzie School, St. Joseph, Forest Park, and the Wilmette Metra, with easy access to downtown Wilmette's vibrant shops and dining, this residence presents a truly exceptional opportunity in one of the North Shore's most desirable neighborhoods.

Unit Size

3,600 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

Price per sqft

$444

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$1,643

HOA Dues

Year Built

1926

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Property Highlights

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Air Conditioning

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Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1926

Building Count: 1
Total Rooms: 8
Bedroom Count: 4
Bathroom Count: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 3
Building Condition: 6
Building Quality: 7
Construction Type: 12
Building Style: 28
Exterior Walls Type: 24
Interior Walls Type: 0
Roof Shape Type: 0
Roof Cover Type: 15
Floor Count: 200
Living Units: 1
Floor Cover: 0
Basement Type: 7
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 4
Parking Space Count: 2
Patio Type: 0
Porch Type: 0
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 7,000

Total Building Area: 2,895
Gross Building Area: 2,895
Building Area: 2,895
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Fireplace Count: 1

Air Conditioning: 1
Heating: 10
Heated Square Feet: 2,895
Heating Fuel Type: 0

Utilities

Sewer System: 0

Water Service: 0

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: PAULS DIVN IN WILMETTE
Land Acres: 0000000161
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: 2-06
Legal Description 1: E T (PAULS) DIVN IN (WILMETTE) VILLAGE BEING N868FT O F E632FT OF W1655FT OF SH SE SEC 28-42-13

Neighborhood

School District Name: New Trier Township High School District 203

Census Tract: 801100

Geography

District: 23

Parcel: 05-28-419-014-0000
Block: 3
Lot: 21,22
Meridian: SEC 28 TWN 42N RNG 13E
Municipality: NEW TRIER
Latitude: 42.0804
Longitude: -87.7184

Address

Full Address: 1636 Forest Ave

Address - House Number: 1636
Address - Street Name: Forest
Address - Suffix Type: Ave
State: IL
City Name: Wilmette
Carrier Code: C014
4-Digit Zip Code: 1530
Zip Code: 60091

Valuation

Tax

Tax Year: 2022

Tax Amount: $1,838,035
Tax Rate Code Area: 23015

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.2274

Valuation Date: Mar 20, 2024
Confidence Score: 68
Final Value: 1,033,991
High Value: 1,269,183
Low Value: 798,798

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Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $890,000

Market Land Value: $224,000
Market Improvement Value: $666,000

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2023

Assessed Total Value: $89,000
Assessed Land Value: $22,400
Assessed Improvements Value: $66,600

Sales

Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 30, 2006

Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 13, 2006
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Current Sale Document Type: 27
Current Sale Input Document Number: 0619433072

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Financing

First Mortgage Financing Type: FIX

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Comparables

About Wilmette

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$995,000

Sale Price/ft²

$411

Above Asking

0.00%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

2098 ft²

Average Home Age

43.9 years

Currently For Sale

37 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Laura Fitzpatrick, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Data Source: MRED, MLS# MRD12625049

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