3520 Forest Ave

Wilmette, IL 60091

$740,000
Price
3
Beds
2,850 Sq. Ft.
$260 / Sq. Ft.
2,850
Sq. Ft.
$260
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By @propertiesOpen: 12/6 12:30PM - 02:30PM
Listed By @propertiesOpen: 12/6 12:30PM - 02:30PM

Description

Thoughtfully expanded and updated, this 3 bedroom, 2 and one half bath home is move in ready. The main level flows nicely with an inviting living room, an updated kitchen with adjacent dining room, a peaceful sun room, an office and powder room. The upper level includes a primary bedroom and ensuite bath with a soaking jetted tub, separate shower and double sinks, a spacious second bedroom. A 3rd bedroom with a Murphy Bed for flexibility and a full hall bath complete this level. The basement has...Thoughtfully expanded and updated, this 3 bedroom, 2 and one half bath home is move in ready. The main level flows nicely with an inviting living room, an updated kitchen with adjacent dining room, a peaceful sun room, an office and powder room. The upper level includes a primary bedroom and ensuite bath with a soaking jetted tub, separate shower and double sinks, a spacious second bedroom. A 3rd bedroom with a Murphy Bed for flexibility and a full hall bath complete this level. The basement has a lovely family room, a utility and laundry areas. Freshly painted with refinished floors, it's on a pretty, family friendly side street that is convenient to the expressway, award winning schools, parks, shopping and all that Wilmette has to offer. See information sheet under additional information for recent improvements and facts. Shows great, don't wait.

Property Details for 3520 Forest Avenue

Area
Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2

Open Houses

Saturday, Dec 6th

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Public

Sunday, Dec 7th

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 12/04/2025 11:33 AM

Property Details for 3520 Forest Avenue

StatusNew
MLS #12524913
Days on Market2
Taxes$10,211 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1939
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 3520 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1939Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,508 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,657

Property Taxes

$851

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3520 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 37
  • Elementary School: Avoca West Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Marie Murphy School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 37
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Built-in Features, Workshop
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 768
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room, Office, Heated Sun Room, Workshop
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2011
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2011
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2082
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2407
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2850
  • Main Sq Ft: 1058
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1024
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 68.9 X 132
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick, Stone
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 14
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 6
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 325.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 443
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2025-12-04T02:22:13
  • Photos Count: 52
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 14X23
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 19X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X23
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 13X10
Work Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Work Room
  • Dimensions: 17X19
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 10X15
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down
  • Dimensions: 14X27

Property History for 3520 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12524913

$740,000—
Jun 10, 2011

Cancelled

MRED #07774439

$649,000—
Apr 7, 2011

Cancelled

MRED #07694161

$679,000—
Apr 7, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07774439

$679,000—
Dec 15, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07694161

$689,000—
Aug 10, 2007

Sold

MRED #06533965

$640,000—
Aug 9, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #224815780

$640,000—
Jun 13, 2007

Pending

MRED #06533965

—
May 31, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06533965

$659,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12524913

$740,000
06/10/2011

Cancelled

MRED #07774439

$649,000
04/07/2011

Cancelled

MRED #07694161

$679,000
04/07/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07774439

$679,000
12/15/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07694161

$689,000
08/10/2007

Sold

MRED #06533965

$640,000
08/09/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #224815780

$640,000
06/13/2007

Pending

MRED #06533965

—
05/31/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06533965

$659,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3520 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$14,552Additions$32,448Total$47,000
Tax Record2023$9,826 ($819 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,897 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,897 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,095 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyCOOKAPN05-30-313-013Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3520 Forest Avenue

This home is within Avoca School District 37.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Avoca West Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Marie Murphy School
Public - 6 to 8
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public - 9
New Trier Township H S Winnetka
Public - 10 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Avoca West Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Marie Murphy School
Public6 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

New Trier Township H S Winnetka
Public10 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 3520 Forest Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091

3520 Forest Avenue is a single family home for sale in Wilmette, IL 60091. This property was listed for sale on December 4, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $740,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on August 10, 2007. This listing's school districts are Avoca School District 37, New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District. Nearby schools include Avoca West Elementary School, Marie Murphy School and New Trier Township H S Northfield. 3520 Forest Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,850 sqft single family home built in 1939.

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