$445,000

beds

baths

2,236

square ft

817 E Forest Avenue

Wheaton, Illinois 60187

Closed / MLS #12557994 / Single Family / Wheaton

Listing information updated 3/18/2026 at 6:03am

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch on a landscaped corner lot in the heart of Wheaton, offering over 2,200 square feet of finished living space and a layout that truly lives large. Modern neutral decor pairs perfectly with hardwood and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main level, while the spacious living room with fireplace flows into the adjacent dining room, creating a warm, inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The eat-in kitchen opens to the family room, and two main-floor bedrooms include the primary suite with a new lighted ceiling fan, plus an updated hall bathroom. The full finished basement adds incredible flexibility with a rec room accented by wall sconces, dedicated space for a home office, a third bedroom with egress window, and a second full bath. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard and huge patio, ideal for summer gatherings, along with a 1-car attached garage and floored attic storage. Major updates include new roof, siding, and gutters in 2024, new sump pump in 2023, along with a new garage, exterior outlets, electrical panel, and newer flooring in the kitchen and family room. Ideally located near parks, schools, Metra train service, shopping, and dining, all within award-winning Wheaton schools, this well-cared-for home checks every box for comfort, convenience, and long-term peace of mind.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,236

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.15

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

18x13 - Main

Dining Room:

10x9 - Main

Kitchen:

20x8 - Main

Family Room:

11x10 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

14x13 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

13x11 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

12x8 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

25x12 - Basement Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$6,847

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60187

City:

Wheaton

County:

Dupage

Schools

School District(s):

200

Elementary School:

Hawthorne Elementary School

Middle School:

Franklin Middle School

High School:

Wheaton North High School

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,236

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.15

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

18x13 - Main

Dining Room:

10x9 - Main

Kitchen:

20x8 - Main

Family Room:

11x10 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

14x13 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

13x11 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

12x8 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

25x12 - Basement Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$6,847

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60187

City:

Wheaton

County:

Dupage

School District(s):

200

Elementary School:

Hawthorne Elementary School

Middle School:

Franklin Middle School

High School:

Wheaton North High School

Listing Office: One Source Realty

Listing Office Phone: 630.402.0015

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