Stunning 4 BR 4 BA Mid-Century Modern Home in the heart of River Forest is completely updated and expanded. Sensitive but creative design by Tom Bassett-Dilley Architects and build-out by the craftsman at Von Dreele Freerksen. The updates included Marvin Windows, Kitchen, bathrooms, roof in addition to geothermal heating and cooling plus solar for total energy efficiency! Sought after open floor plan is accentuated with big windows, skylights, a huge crab orchard stone fireplace and Vermont slate in the main part of the 1st floor. Enjoy the open kitchen layout with island seating. The kitchen flows into the breakfast room with additional cabinetry and patio door for easy access to the BBQ. Large Laundry/Utility room off this space for total convenience. The first floor also features an extra large family room and full bath, which if needed could be used as a first-floor bedroom. The top-floor primary bedroom addition has a walk-in closet, en suite bath, and an office with treetop views. Off the main floor up 4 stairs find three more bedrooms, which include a second primary bedroom with an en suite bath plus a full hall bath, with artful tile. Head downstairs to the partially finished, dugout basement, which awaits your creative ideas. Stubbed for an extra bath this space could be an additional family room, game room, bedroom or two, 2nd home office, or gym. This huge space has ample large windows and ceiling height. There is also a door to the outside. This house can live like a ranch, a big or small home, and is absolutely ideal for entertaining!
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$1,265,000
1045 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
4beds
3,527sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.26 Acres Lot
$1,525,800 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$5,829 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,525,800
$1.40M - $1.68M
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Partially finished dugout basementAdditional family roomPrimary bedroom additionFirst-floor bedroomOffice with treetop viewsIsland seatingBig windows
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Greer Haseman 708-606-8896,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Chris Curran 708-366-0400,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Noelle Dunn
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12184654
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink)
- Level: Second
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Other), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 726 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X33
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Slate), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X24
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 161 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X23
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Slate), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Slate), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X26
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X17
Heating
- Radiant, Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air, Geothermal
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,527 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 X 140
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 15013080370000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Geothermal Heating/Cooling System
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: River Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2024 | Sold | $1,265,000-7.3%$359/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2024 | Pending sale | $1,365,000$387/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2024 | Contingent | $1,365,000$387/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,365,000+110%$387/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2010 | Sold | $650,000-6.5%$184/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07505309 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $695,000+6.9%$197/sqft |
Source: Visual Tour #07505309 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2004 | Sold | $650,000+53.7%$184/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/1999 | Sold | $423,000$120/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $99,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $25,468 +20.7% | $98,999 +38.4% |
| 2022 | $21,105 -6.6% | $71,513 -9% |
| 2021 | $22,586 +1.8% | $78,620 |
| 2020 | $22,193 -10.8% | $78,620 -8.9% |
| 2019 | $24,876 +5.6% | $86,304 |
| 2018 | $23,546 +0.2% | $86,304 |
| 2017 | $23,494 +33.1% | $86,304 +45.9% |
| 2016 | $17,656 -5.6% | $59,165 |
| 2015 | $18,698 +17.9% | $59,165 |
| 2014 | $15,852 -5% | $59,165 -4.2% |
| 2013 | $16,686 -5.8% | $61,767 |
| 2012 | $17,714 +2.4% | $61,767 |
| 2011 | $17,297 -1.2% | $61,767 -10.3% |
| 2010 | $17,502 -0.6% | $68,851 -12% |
| 2009 | $17,616 +5.6% | $78,210 -5% |
| 2008 | $16,689 +18.5% | $82,327 +25.2% |
| 2007 | $14,078 +6.7% | $65,752 |
| 2006 | $13,189 +4.4% | $65,752 |
| 2005 | $12,637 +41.1% | $65,752 +55.4% |
| 2004 | $8,958 +1.4% | $42,299 |
| 2003 | $8,833 -0.4% | $42,299 |
| 2002 | $8,869 -12.8% | $42,299 -3.7% |
| 2001 | $10,176 +1% | $43,935 |
| 2000 | $10,073 -2.3% | $43,935 |
| 1999 | $10,310 | $43,935 |
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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