Welcome to 1400 Forest Avenue, a timeless masterpiece in the heart of River Forest. This stunning red brick Williamsburg Colonial, designed in 1942 by a renowned architect for his family, is now available for the first time in over 60 years. This elegant home spans 3,553 square feet and features 4 spacious bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms. The living room's floor-to-ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the pristine swimming pool and lush gardens. Original painted murals, rare plaster dentil work, gleaming hardwood floors, and custom woodwork throughout, highlight the home's exquisite craftsmanship. Set on a generous 13,461 square foot lot, this architectural gem, complemented by its beautifully landscaped grounds, and sparkling swimming pool, makes this a perfect home for entertaining and family life
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$1,240,000
1400 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
4beds
3,553sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
0.31 Acres Lot
$1,733,300 Zestimate®
$349/sqft
$5,436 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,733,300
$1.54M - $1.98M
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Listed by:
Andrew Gagliardo 708-771-8040,
Compass
Bought with:
Andrew Gagliardo
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12118303
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Office, Breakfast Room, Sitting Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X17
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space)
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X18
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X18
Sitting room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Heating
- Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,553 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 77 X 175
Details
- Parcel number: 15011020480000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $349/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $990,000
- Annual tax amount: $25,468
- Date on market: 8/23/2024
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2024 | Sold | $1,240,000-11.4%$349/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12118303 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2024 | Pending sale | $1,399,000$394/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12118303 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2024 | Contingent | $1,399,000$394/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12118303 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2024 | Price change | $1,399,000-6.4%$394/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12118303 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000$421/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12118303 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $99,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $25,468 -14.8% | $98,999 +0.3% |
| 2022 | $29,883 +3.7% | $98,697 |
| 2021 | $28,829 +1.9% | $98,697 |
| 2020 | $28,294 +19.7% | $98,697 +19.9% |
| 2019 | $23,628 +5.6% | $82,284 |
| 2018 | $22,365 +0.2% | $82,284 |
| 2017 | $22,316 -11.9% | $82,284 -0.9% |
| 2016 | $25,340 +2.1% | $83,052 |
| 2015 | $24,826 +9% | $83,052 |
| 2014 | $22,767 -2.1% | $83,052 -4.5% |
| 2013 | $23,258 -1.9% | $86,937 |
| 2012 | $23,706 -0.3% | $86,937 |
| 2011 | $23,780 +0.3% | $86,937 -10.4% |
| 2010 | $23,707 +4.4% | $97,016 |
| 2009 | $22,698 +4.4% | $97,016 -5% |
| 2008 | $21,735 -2.3% | $102,122 +4.3% |
| 2007 | $22,257 +6.4% | $97,920 |
| 2006 | $20,922 +4.8% | $97,920 |
| 2005 | $19,970 +9.7% | $97,920 +20.1% |
| 2004 | $18,198 +4.6% | $81,560 |
| 2003 | $17,402 +31.7% | $81,560 |
| 2002 | $13,218 +4.5% | $81,560 +47.6% |
| 2001 | $12,654 +1% | $55,265 |
| 2000 | $12,527 | $55,265 |
| 1999 | -- | $55,265 |
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Neighborhood: 60305
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Willard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 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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