1215 Forest Ave.

Historical EAST Wilmette home on large DOUBLE LOT (100 x 185) has been meticulously maintained and updated with great attention to detail. A welcoming front porch sets the stage to this 5 bedroom, 3.1 bath home with 10' ceilings on the first floor, 9' ceilings on the second floor with oak and maple floors. The first floor includes a large entry with beautiful wood door and leaded glass windows that opens to the spacious foyer, a music room with oversize window overlooks the front porch, study/office with quarter sawn white oak trim and large pocket door, formal living room features quarter sawn white oak trim, 2 fluted oak columns, fireplace with lovely oak mantle "AS IS", vintage light fixtures and bay window with window seat, formal dining room has wrap around hand painted mural, and oak framing trim. Family room has large built-in oak bookcase, home entertainment system, fireplace with mantle, and quarter sawn oak trim. Updated kitchen designed by Healy Rice with custom cabinetry, large island, granite counters, walk-in pantry and large eating area overlooking the back yard. There is a large mudroom and a first floor powder room that complete the first floor. The second floor includes large second floor landing, the spacious master bedroom includes large separate his/hers closets and maple floor. The master bath has dual bowl sinks with granite counters, large shower with glass door, commode and tile floor. There are three additional second floor bedrooms all with wonderful windows and nice closets. There is a second floor hall bathroom with vanity, commode and shower/tub. The wall to wall unfinished third floor has walk-up stairway, soaring ceiling height and could be finished for additional living space. There is a full basement that includes two newer rooms plus a bedroom, full bathroom, playroom, laundry area, temperature controlled wine cellar, workshop, storage and mechanicals. Stunning back yard includes Unilock patio, limestone semicircular seating wall, parking pad by Cele and Sons landscapers, mature trees and plantings and a 2 car garage. A very special home with wonderful architectural details on desirable double lot in fabulous location. Buyer pays Wilmette Transfer Tax. EXCLUDE: Mirror/hat rack in entry, GE monogram refrigerator.