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    130 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    5beds
    3,500sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1918
    10,000 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $297/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Finished english basementBeamed ceilingMassive backyardGourmet kitchenMarble hex floorCarrera marble countersIdeal for outdoor entertaining
    Completely updated and turn-key 5 bed, 2.5 bath home (approx.3500 sq ft of living space) on a 10,000 sq ft lot in a prime, highly walkable River Forest location. Steps to RF Metra station, Washington Commons Park, Keystone Paddle Courts, and Lincoln Elementary. Built with excellent original details preserved and tastefully updated. Charming screened-in front porch overlooking professionally landscaped yard - ideal for outdoor entertaining. Welcoming foyer with coat closet leads to cozy study/office with gas log fireplace, built-ins, and leaded glass windows. Spacious living room with original leaded glass; large formal dining room with built-in hutch and beamed ceiling. Gourmet kitchen: marble hex floor, custom Greenfield cabinetry, Carrera marble counters, custom sink, Ilve range, smoked glass fridge, barn wood accents, ample storage + open shelving. Adjacent breakfast room with bay window overlooking massive backyard. Main level also includes 1st floor bedroom/rec/craft room + powder room. Upper level: 4 bedrooms including primary suite with a his and hers walk in closet also with marble hex floor, dual custom concrete sinks, clay subway tile shower + separate soaking tub, and walk-in closet. Updated hall bath with black/white subway tile scheme. Finished English basement: large rec/family room with exposed brick and grade-level windows for natural light; additional storage behind barn doors; access to backyard via Dutch door. Basement has a extra office room. 2-car detached garage. Massive with extra storage room built in. Newer mechanicals, beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of main/upper levels. Great condition inside and out. See attached document for list of further updates and amenities.
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    Listed by:

    Jeffrey Steinberg 847-962-8378,

    Beaulieu Real Estate

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12678268MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom 5, Office, Breakfast Room, Foyer, Recreation Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X10
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X13
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X13
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X11
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X12
      Breakfast room
      • Features: Flooring (Marble), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 84 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X7
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Display Window(s))
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X13
      Foyer
      • Features: Flooring (Stone)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 25 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5X5
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Galley, Pantry-Closet, Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Marble), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 64 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8X8
      Laundry
      • Features: Flooring (Stone), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16X9
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Display Window(s))
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 234 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X18
      Office
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Display Window(s))
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X9
      Other
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 560 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20X28
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Steam
      Cooling
      • Small Duct High Velocity
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
      • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
      Features
      • 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Daylight
      • Attic: Full,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Den/Library
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,129
      • Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 560
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2.5
      • Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2.5
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
      • Fencing: Fenced,Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 10,000 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50X200
      • Features: Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 15114030170000
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: American 4-Sq.,Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1918
      • Major remodel year: 2013

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: River Forest

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $297/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $719,850
      • Annual tax amount: $17,622
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/15/2026Listing removed$1,179,000$337/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12651106 Report a problem
        6/5/2026Price change$1,179,000-7.5%$337/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12651106 Report a problem
        5/28/2026Price change$1,275,000-3.8%$364/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12651106 Report a problem
        5/18/2026Listed for sale$1,325,000+68.8%$379/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12651106 Report a problem
        7/10/2025Sold$785,000$224/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/15/2021Sold$785,000-6.4%$224/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10990443 Report a problem
        9/1/2019Listing removed$839,000$240/sqft
        Source: Gullo & Associates #10458751 Report a problem
        7/22/2019Price change$839,000-4.6%$240/sqft
        Source: Gullo & Associates #10458751 Report a problem
        7/8/2019Price change$879,900-2.1%$251/sqft
        Source: Gullo & Associates #10458751 Report a problem
        6/11/2019Listed for sale$899,000+55%$257/sqft
        Source: Gullo & Associates #10458751 Report a problem
        7/5/2012Sold$580,000-3.2%$166/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07995194 Report a problem
        5/3/2012Price change$599,000-4.1%$171/sqft
        Source: GagliardoRealty Company, Inc. #07995194 Report a problem
        4/19/2012Price change$624,900-0.8%$179/sqft
        Source: GagliardoRealty Company, Inc. #07995194 Report a problem
        4/3/2012Price change$629,900-1.6%$180/sqft
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        3/9/2012Price change$639,900-1.4%$183/sqft
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        2/14/2012Listed for sale$649,000-15.6%$185/sqft
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        6/18/2011Listing removed$769,000$220/sqft
        Source: Visual Tour #07796119 Report a problem
        5/7/2011Listed for sale$769,000+19.8%$220/sqft
        Source: Visual Tour #07796119 Report a problem
        1/4/2005Sold$642,000$183/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024-- $71,985
        2023$19,707 +4.2%$71,985 +22.9%
        2022$18,909 +10.1%$58,556
        2021$17,175 -6.8%$58,556 -8.1%
        2020$18,418 +15.2%$63,714 +16%
        2019$15,986 +5.6%$54,926
        2018$15,132 +0.2%$54,926
        2017$15,096 -5.3%$54,926 +5.5%
        2016$15,947 +2.1%$52,069
        2015$15,626 +3.7%$52,069
        2014$15,073 +5.5%$52,069 +2.8%
        2013$14,293 +3.5%$50,655
        2012$13,812 +1.4%$50,655
        2011$13,620 -4.1%$50,655 -18.2%
        2010$14,209 +5.4%$61,959
        2009$13,486 +7%$61,959 -5%
        2008$12,605 +10.4%$65,221 +18.8%
        2007$11,421 +6.9%$54,899
        2006$10,681 +4.3%$54,899
        2005$10,245 +12%$54,899 +27.3%
        2004$9,147 +1.5%$43,123
        2003$9,013 +6.7%$43,123
        2002$8,448 +43.1%$43,123 +57%
        2001$5,903 +0.9%$27,460
        2000$5,849 $27,460
        1999-- $27,460
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60305

        Getting around

        54 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        56 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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