Stunning, sophisticated, sun-drenched ! This home is located on one of the most sought after quiet, tree-lined blocks in River Forest. This BEAUTY sits on an oversized lot (50x219). The home was thoughtfully renovated in 2018 by the prior owner. The moment you step up to the front porch, you will fall in love. As you peer into the foyer with marble tiles, the custom doors & tall ceiling height draw you into the home where the natural sunlight beams throughout! The living room is a classic beauty boasting original restored 8 foot pocket sliding doors, decorative fire place with black soapstone surround and an additional 3 season sunroom( currently used a playroom) The kitchen features a 48" six burner with griddle Wolf range double oven, pot-filler, custom hood, separate built-in full height refrigerator and freezer, and porcelain countertops from countertop to ceiling. The large walk-in pantry includes a second full-sized refrigerator and plenty of storage. Dining space is sun drenched and overlooks the beautifully landscaped and patio--with New custom 2 car plus garage. The second floor features 4 bedrooms. The large primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and marble bathroom with dual sinks and walk in shower. There is also a second full bath with tub on the second level. 5th bedroom is freshly carpeted and tucked away on 3rd floor, which also includes a small plumbed quarter bath plus an extra den or closet space. The finished basement has a full bathroom, office ( currently has a bed in it) , storage room, laundry room with side by side washer and dryer, not to mention a good sized Rec room. Prior owner did the full renovation in 2018 - windows, HVAC, plumbing, electric, flooring sanded and re-stained, sump pump, drain tiles and overhead sewer. Sellers have never used the fireplace; fireplace being sold As Is. See agent remarks for list of improvements done by this owner.
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$1,466,000
1038 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
5beds
3,334sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
0.25 Acres Lot
$1,532,500 Zestimate®
$440/sqft
$6,273 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,532,500
$1.38M - $1.70M
$6,273/mo
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Finished basementTall ceiling heightLarge walk-in pantryStorage roomMarble tilesLaundry roomFront porch
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Listing courtesy of:
Colleen Navigato 708-989-0989,
Compass
Bought with:
Tabitha Murphy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12442934
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink)
- Level: Second
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X19
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X19
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Walk-in, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X7
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X7
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X8
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,334 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 50 X 219
Details
- Parcel number: 15013070130000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
- Major remodel year: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: River Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Sold | $1,466,000-1.3%$440/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12442934 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Contingent | $1,485,000$445/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12442934 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,485,000+16%$445/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12442934 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2022 | Sold | $1,280,000+11.3%$384/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11322346 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2022 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$345/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11322346 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2022 | Contingent | $1,150,000$345/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11322346 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+65.5%$345/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11322346 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2020 | Listing removed | $8,500$3/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sothebys Intl Realty #10857981 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2020 | Listed for rent | $8,500$3/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sothebys Intl Realty #10857981 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2017 | Sold | $695,000-5.8%$208/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2017 | Pending sale | $738,000$221/sqft |
Source: Gagliardo Realty Associates LLC #09665002 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2017 | Price change | $738,000-4%$221/sqft |
Source: Gagliardo Realty Associates LLC #09665002 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $769,000$231/sqft |
Source: Gagliardo Realty Associates LLC #09665002 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $122,631 +13.5% |
| 2023 | $28,658 +44.8% | $108,000 +66.9% |
| 2022 | $19,786 +3.7% | $64,693 |
| 2021 | $19,083 -4.8% | $64,693 -6.3% |
| 2020 | $20,040 +11% | $69,052 +12.2% |
| 2019 | $18,049 +59.5% | $61,571 +59.9% |
| 2018 | $11,317 -38.9% | $38,507 -42.2% |
| 2017 | $18,518 +22.5% | $66,612 +34.6% |
| 2016 | $15,113 -7.3% | $49,475 -8.7% |
| 2015 | $16,295 +4.9% | $54,184 -3.6% |
| 2014 | $15,527 -5.6% | $56,207 -7.7% |
| 2013 | $16,444 -1.8% | $60,909 |
| 2012 | $16,752 +1.6% | $60,909 |
| 2011 | $16,491 -16.5% | $60,909 -27.3% |
| 2010 | $19,761 +2.2% | $83,797 |
| 2009 | $19,338 +5% | $83,797 -5% |
| 2008 | $18,413 +10.3% | $88,207 +17.3% |
| 2007 | $16,689 +6.5% | $75,181 |
| 2006 | $15,667 +4.7% | $75,181 |
| 2005 | $14,958 +17.3% | $75,181 +30.2% |
| 2004 | $12,750 +4.5% | $57,723 |
| 2003 | $12,199 +4.1% | $57,723 |
| 2002 | $11,721 +28.4% | $57,723 +45.7% |
| 2001 | $9,126 +1% | $39,610 |
| 2000 | $9,034 -1.9% | $39,610 |
| 1999 | $9,207 | $39,610 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60305
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Willard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Willard Elementary School
- Middle: Roosevelt School
- High: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- District: 90
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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