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$2,628,684$655 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $2,200,000 on Jul 29, 2024

501 FOREST AVE

WILMETTE, IL 60091
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
4,016 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.6M
$2.3M low$3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,200,000 · Jul 29, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$28,537 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$131,726 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,926
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,726
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,317,260

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Central Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
H
New Trier Township High School - WinnetkaA-
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Wilmette Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Wilmette School District 39

Neighborhood · ZIP 60091These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.33
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,030
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,194 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$173,659
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$260,520
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

501 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Cook County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Cook County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Wilmette 60091
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Wilmette 60091

What homes are worth in Wilmette 60091

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$298K$3M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Wilmette 60091.

How it measures up in Wilmette 60091

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmette 60091.

Estimated value$2,628,684
CheaperTypical $1,054,417Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$655
CheaperTypical $487Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area4,016 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,184 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 501 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilmette 60091Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,628,68496% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$65588% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,016 ft²93% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac86% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than199990% of homes89% of homes

About 501 Forest Ave

How much is 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL is $2,628,684 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,256,072 to $3,001,296. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL last sell?

501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL last sold on Jul 29, 2024 for $2,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL?

501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4,016 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL built?

501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL?

501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL is assigned to Central Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; New Trier Township High School - Winnetka (high), rated A-; Wilmette Junior High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Wilmette School District 39. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL compare to other homes in Wilmette 60091?

Among the 9,757 homes in Wilmette 60091, it is worth more than 96% of them ($2,628,684 against a typical $1,054,417), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($655 against a typical $487), it is bigger than 93% of them (4,016 ft² against a typical 2,184 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1999 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 501 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL was $28,537. The county assessed it at $131,726.

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