Stunning two generation home in River Forest. This classic 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath Turn of the Century home has maintained the original character with updated amenities to provide a great living space combination. Primary bedroom ensuite accompanies 3 additional bedrooms and full bath. Modern kitchen including wine bar overlooking spacious family room makes for a great entertaining venue. Finished basement level includes full bathroom, laundry/utility room and private office. The mature landscape includes outdoor front patio and intimate garden space in fenced 10,000 square foot lot. Middle of the block location provides convenient access to River Forest Metra train line and CTA Blue Line. Located in District 90 School System.
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$1,060,000
126 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
4beds
3,952sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
10,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,318,700 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$5,667 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,318,700
$1.21M - $1.45M
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Conor Harmon 708-567-7164,
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Toni Stout
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11875135
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X18
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 792 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X33
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Dry Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter, Masonry, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,952
- Total interior livable area: 3,952 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,175
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 10,000 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 15114030180000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
- Major remodel year: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: River Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/3/2024 | Sold | $1,060,000-3.6%$268/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11875135 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2024 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$278/sqft |
Source:  Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group #11875135 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2024 | Contingent | $1,100,000$278/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11875135 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$278/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11875135 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $84,096 |
| 2023 | $22,114 +9.6% | $84,096 +27.6% |
| 2022 | $20,171 +3.7% | $65,884 |
| 2021 | $19,454 +2% | $65,884 |
| 2020 | $19,077 +11.7% | $65,884 +12.8% |
| 2019 | $17,072 +5.6% | $58,424 |
| 2018 | $16,160 +0.2% | $58,424 |
| 2017 | $16,120 -0.2% | $58,424 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $16,148 +2% | $52,694 |
| 2015 | $15,824 +9.1% | $52,694 |
| 2014 | $14,510 -14.2% | $52,694 -15.8% |
| 2013 | $16,921 -1.8% | $62,599 |
| 2012 | $17,237 +1.6% | $62,599 |
| 2011 | $16,965 +2.4% | $62,599 -12.1% |
| 2010 | $16,564 +2.6% | $71,222 |
| 2009 | $16,142 +5.8% | $71,222 -5% |
| 2008 | $15,253 +12.6% | $74,970 +20.2% |
| 2007 | $13,552 +6.7% | $62,372 |
| 2006 | $12,707 +4.7% | $62,372 |
| 2005 | $12,134 +13.3% | $62,372 +27.8% |
| 2004 | $10,713 +4.5% | $48,812 |
| 2003 | $10,254 +4.1% | $48,812 |
| 2002 | $9,853 +47.9% | $48,812 +65.7% |
| 2001 | $6,661 +1% | $29,457 |
| 2000 | $6,595 +3.9% | $29,457 |
| 1999 | $6,350 | $29,457 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60305
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- River Forest
- 60305
- 126 Gale Ave
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