610 Forest Ave

6,020 Sq. Ft.
$864 / Sq. Ft.
6,020
Sq. Ft.
$864
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set on a rare 88 x 185 lot in Wilmette's coveted CAGE neighborhood, this extraordinary 2022 residence reimagines classic architecture through a modern lens. From the moment you arrive, the home makes a statement. A gracious front porch with a hanging daybed welcomes you, framed by meticulously designed landscaping. The bluestone walkway remains clear on winter days, radiantly heated beneath your feet. Inside, the home unfolds with bespoke millwork, designer lighting, and a level of finish that is...Set on a rare 88 x 185 lot in Wilmette's coveted CAGE neighborhood, this extraordinary 2022 residence reimagines classic architecture through a modern lens. From the moment you arrive, the home makes a statement. A gracious front porch with a hanging daybed welcomes you, framed by meticulously designed landscaping. The bluestone walkway remains clear on winter days, radiantly heated beneath your feet. Inside, the home unfolds with bespoke millwork, designer lighting, and a level of finish that is immediately apparent. This is an exceptional custom home designed and built by Sterling Wilson Design & Development, and refined luxury shows in every detail. From the hand-selected Chicago reclaimed brick to the carefully curated materials including Heath Ceramics tile, marble, and quartzite, the home feels thoughtful, cohesive, and beautifully executed. The kitchen is a showpiece, anchored by a striking quartzite island and outfitted with custom cabinetry and a full suite of Sub-Zero appliances. This includes a coffee system designed to create the perfect start to your morning. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a true retreat with heated marble floors and spa-like finishes. Each of the additional bedrooms and baths reflects the same level of care, with thoughtful details throughout, including custom drying racks in the second-floor laundry room. The lower level is designed as a true extension of the home, featuring radiant heated floors, a gym, sixth bedroom, and a custom bar with Sub-Zero refrigeration. The theater room, with sound-paneled walls, delivers a cinematic experience that feels both immersive and inviting. But what truly sets this home apart is how it lives outdoors. A four-season screened porch with fireplace and integrated ceiling heaters extends the home magnificently across seasons. Outside, the grounds unfold into a private retreat designed by premier landscape architects, Mariani Landscape. A custom in-ground swim spa offers the flexibility of both exercise and relaxation, while bluestone patios, an outdoor fireplace, and a built-in pizza oven create multiple spaces for gathering and connection. This is a home designed not just to be seen but to be experienced. Homes of this caliber - where architecture, lot size, and execution align - are rarely available in Wilmette. 610 Forest Avenue is the home that stands apart.

Listing Agent

  1. Ali Wenzke

    Ali Wenzke

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    ali.wenzke@compass.com

    P: (847)-691-9854

Property Details for 610 Forest Avenue

Area
Wilmette
Township
New Trier
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 04/23/2026 10:22 AM

Property Details for 610 Forest Avenue

StatusNew
MLS #12605862
Days on Market3
Taxes$60,762 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built2022
Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 610 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built2022Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF

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Property Information for 610 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 39
  • High School District: 203
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 39
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: Garage
  • Parking Details: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Pet Information
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Theatre Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Enclosed Porch, Exercise Room, Office, Recreation Room, Storage, Heated Sun Room, Theatre Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Num of Baths: 5.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Storm Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Hot Tub, Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 1-5 Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: 16372.0
  • Lot Dimensions: 88x187
  • Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Fiber Cement
  • Construction: Fiber Cement
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Builder
  • Assessor Square Footage: 934
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Document Date: 2026-04-13T16:21:45
  • Photos Count: 77
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: 18X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X18
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 17X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 29X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X18
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X14
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X16
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 22X10
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 24X16
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 14X14
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 36X8
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 14X37
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 14X13
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Theatre Room
  • Dimensions: 22X14
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 13X9

Property History for 610 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 9, 2020

Sold

MRED #10840511

$1,500,000
Sep 25, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #682931528

$1,500,000

+8.2% / yr

Sep 1, 2020

Pending

MRED #10840511

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/09/2020

Sold

MRED #10840511

$1,500,000
09/25/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #682931528

$1,500,000

+8.2% / yr

09/01/2020

Pending

MRED #10840511

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

Public Records for 610 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$44,770Additions$213,229Total$257,999
Tax Record2023$58,544 ($4,879 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths1Total Finished SqFt934 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt934 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,280 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1916CountyCOOKAPN05-27-418-016Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 610 Forest Avenue

This home is within New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Highcrest Middle School
Public5 to 6

Wilmette Junior High School
Public7 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

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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610 Forest Avenue is a single family home for sale in Wilmette, IL 60091. This property was listed for sale by Compass, it's currently listed at $5,200,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on October 9, 2020. This listing's school districts are New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District, Wilmette School District 39. Nearby schools include Central Elementary School, Highcrest Middle School and Wilmette Junior High School. 610 Forest Avenue is a 6-bed, 6-bath, 6,020 sqft single family home built in 2022.

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