A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of River Forest! Lovingly maintained and offered to the market for the first time in 40 years, this charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Tudor Revival sits on a spacious lot of more than one-quarter acre, with a beautiful, park-like backyard and an enviable location directly across from the entrance path to Priory Park. Rich in character and filled with possibilities, the home features three fireplaces, hardwood floors throughout the main living spaces and three of the four bedrooms, and generously proportioned rooms throughout. The large kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet storage and counter space, plus comfortable table space for casual everyday dining. The second floor features three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite, with hardwood floors in all three bedrooms. The third level provides a private fourth bedroom with its own ensuite bath, along with a substantial unfinished attic space offering excellent storage and exciting potential for conversion into an additional bedroom, office, studio, or other finished living space. The lower level adds even more versatility with a large recreation room, as well as dedicated storage, utility, and laundry areas. A bonus unfinished space above the attached two-car garage presents another outstanding opportunity-ideal for a home office, guest quarters, au pair suite, or additional living space. Outside, the expansive lot and serene backyard create a rare sense of privacy and provide plenty of room for recreation, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the setting. With its classic Tudor Revival architecture, generous scale, three fireplaces, abundant storage, and multiple opportunities for expansion and customization, this is a home with both character and considerable potential. This is a truly special property ready for its next chapter-offering the opportunity to restore, update, and enhance a well-loved River Forest home while preserving the charm and architectural character that make it unique. Trust sale, sold AS-IS.
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$1,100,000
1240 William St, River Forest, IL 60305
4beds
3,127sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
0.34 Acres Lot
$1,100,900 Zestimate®
$352/sqft
$5,689 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.00M - $1.21M
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Three fireplacesClassic tudor revival architectureGenerously proportioned rooms throughoutAttached two-car garageAbundant storageBeautiful park-like backyardSpacious primary suite
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Erik Schwab (312)528-9200,
Corcoran Urban Real Estate,
Stefanie Krause 847-445-8060,
Corcoran Urban Real Estate
Bought with:
Zachary Knebel, ABR,e-PRO,SFR,SRS
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12733073
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Attic, Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Workshop, Foyer, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Third
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 572 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X22
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X15
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X4
Other
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X7
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,127 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 187
Details
- Parcel number: 15012170120000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $352/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $871,960
- Annual tax amount: $23,142
- Date on market: 8/17/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Sold | $1,100,000-8.3%$352/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12733073 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2026 | Contingent | $1,199,000$383/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12733073 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000$383/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12733073 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23,143 +4.1% | $87,196 |
| 2023 | $22,237 +12.1% | $87,196 +29% |
| 2022 | $19,842 +3.6% | $67,603 |
| 2021 | $19,160 +1.7% | $67,603 |
| 2020 | $18,846 -10.8% | $67,603 -8.9% |
| 2019 | $21,126 +5.6% | $74,224 |
| 2018 | $19,996 +0.2% | $74,224 |
| 2017 | $19,956 -4.3% | $74,224 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $20,860 +2% | $67,341 |
| 2015 | $20,453 +9.1% | $67,341 |
| 2014 | $18,750 -9.8% | $67,341 -11.8% |
| 2013 | $20,791 -1.8% | $76,316 |
| 2012 | $21,171 +1.8% | $76,316 |
| 2011 | $20,806 -3.4% | $76,316 -12.7% |
| 2010 | $21,542 +6.3% | $87,447 |
| 2009 | $20,266 +3.5% | $87,447 -5% |
| 2008 | $19,577 -0.4% | $92,050 +7.4% |
| 2007 | $19,657 +8% | $85,737 |
| 2006 | $18,209 +5.3% | $85,737 |
| 2005 | $17,284 +4.5% | $85,737 +15.4% |
| 2004 | $16,536 +4.6% | $74,288 |
| 2003 | $15,815 +4.1% | $74,288 |
| 2002 | $15,195 +21% | $74,288 +38.3% |
| 2001 | $12,553 +1% | $53,725 |
| 2000 | $12,424 +13% | $53,725 |
| 1999 | $10,999 | $53,725 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60305
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Willard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- River Forest
- 60305
- 1240 William St
