Some homes are just houses. This one is different. Lovingly cared for by the same family for nearly 50 years, this exceptional River Forest home carries something you can feel the moment you walk through the door - warmth, pride, and a lifetime of beautiful memories. Now it's ready to welcome its next chapter. Set on a premier walk-to-everything location, this oversized 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath residence offers generous room sizes, stunning natural light, and timeless details throughout. A true entry welcomes you into a warm and inviting living room anchored by a fireplace and overlooking lush, professionally landscaped grounds - beautiful from the front curb to the hidden gem of a backyard. The formal dining room flows seamlessly for entertaining - from the living room through to the family room and out to a stunning vaulted screened porch that makes every season an occasion. The eat-in kitchen features Sub-Zero and Thermador appliances, granite counters, exceptional cabinet space, and a breakfast area overlooking a gorgeous private deck and gazebo , your own personal garden oasis. Upstairs, three oversized bedrooms offer wonderful storage and light, including a true primary suite with a full bath and linen closet. The lower level surprises with a large recreation room with second fireplace, full bath, excellent ceiling height, and ideal private office space or 4th bedroom. An attached 2-car garage with additional storage completes the picture - all just steps from top-rated schools, parks, Fresh Thyme, beloved restaurants, and everything that makes River Forest one of Chicago's most sought-after communities. Many updates- Furnace and AC 21', Water Heater 22', updated electrical, new garage door 26', check valve and sump.
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$850,000
1421 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
3beds
2,473sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
9,400 Square Feet Lot
$853,400 Zestimate®
$344/sqft
$5,230 Estimated rent
Home value
$853,400
$777,000 - $939,000
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Listed by:
Elizabeth August 773-610-8000,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Sarah Abu-Taleb
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12707718
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters), Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X21
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X24
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X36
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
Features
- Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,473 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened
Lot
- Size: 9,400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x188
Details
- Parcel number: 15012080080000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $344/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $697,800
- Annual tax amount: $18,183
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Sold | $850,000$344/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12707718 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18,183 +4.1% | $69,780 |
| 2023 | $17,469 +18.9% | $69,780 +35.1% |
| 2022 | $14,692 +3.5% | $51,652 |
| 2021 | $14,199 -3.8% | $51,652 -4.6% |
| 2020 | $14,758 +4.7% | $54,150 +5% |
| 2019 | $14,099 +5.7% | $51,590 |
| 2018 | $13,344 -10.1% | $51,590 -9.1% |
| 2017 | $14,849 +0.1% | $56,783 +12.7% |
| 2016 | $14,837 +2.3% | $50,402 |
| 2015 | $14,507 +8.9% | $50,402 |
| 2014 | $13,316 -7.2% | $50,402 -9% |
| 2013 | $14,352 -2.1% | $55,373 |
| 2012 | $14,654 +0.6% | $55,373 |
| 2011 | $14,564 -11.3% | $55,373 -22.9% |
| 2010 | $16,415 +2.6% | $71,847 |
| 2009 | $15,999 +6% | $71,847 -5% |
| 2008 | $15,090 +5% | $75,628 +15.1% |
| 2007 | $14,374 +6.6% | $65,729 |
| 2006 | $13,483 +4.7% | $65,729 |
| 2005 | $12,874 +13% | $65,729 +26.9% |
| 2004 | $11,392 +4.5% | $51,780 |
| 2003 | $10,902 +4.1% | $51,780 |
| 2002 | $10,475 +28.9% | $51,780 +45.9% |
| 2001 | $8,126 +1% | $35,492 |
| 2000 | $8,045 +0.8% | $35,492 |
| 1999 | $7,979 | $35,492 |
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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: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- River Forest
- 60305
- 1421 Monroe Ave
