Beautifully updated Colonial, nestled on a quiet tree-lined street, offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern updates. Featuring hardwood floors throughout, the main level includes a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and marble surround. Pocket doors open to a large, sun-drenched family room with a vaulted ceiling (addition 2012).The stunning kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a coffered ceiling, and top-of-the-line Wolf, Miele, and Sub-Zero appliances. A bright breakfast area overlooks the backyard and flows seamlessly into the family room-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs you'll find three generous bedrooms and a full bath. The primary bedroom includes custom built-in closets, offering stylish and efficient storage.The fully finished lower level expands the living space with a large rec room, full bath, private office, spacious utility room, workshop area, three large storage closets, and plenty of room for hobbies or fitness equipment. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard retreat, featuring two dedicated bluestone patios-one ideal for outdoor dining and the other surrounding a built-in stone fire pit, perfect for crisp fall evenings. Charming stone walls add both privacy and character to this inviting outdoor space. A newer two-car garage provides additional storage and completes this move-in ready home, Located just one block from top-rated Willard Elementary, Constitution Park, shops, dining, and more.
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$1,053,900
1424 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
3beds
3,210sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
9,250 Square Feet Lot
$1,096,900 Zestimate®
$328/sqft
$4,928 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,096,900
$987,000 - $1.22M
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Wood-burning fireplaceBuilt-in stone fire pitFully finished lower levelQuiet tree-lined streetThree generous bedroomsPrivate officeDedicated bluestone patios
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Listed by:
Louise Nix 312-642-1400,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Stephanie Wesson
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12466765
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Office, Foyer, Recreation Room, Workshop, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Breakfast room
- Level: Second
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X7
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X22
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Breakfast Room), Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X22
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X5
Other
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 528 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X22
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Blinds, Drapes, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,210 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 185
Details
- Parcel number: 15011030420000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $328/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $740,000
- Annual tax amount: $19,351
- Date on market: 9/11/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Sold | $1,053,900+8.2%$328/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12466765 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Contingent | $974,000$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12466765 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $974,000+260.7%$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12466765 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/1998 | Sold | $270,000$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,197 -0.8% | $74,000 |
| 2023 | $19,351 +6.4% | $74,000 +23.9% |
| 2022 | $18,180 +3.7% | $59,719 |
| 2021 | $17,536 -11.6% | $59,719 -12.7% |
| 2020 | $19,841 +11.6% | $68,398 +12.6% |
| 2019 | $17,786 +5.6% | $60,723 |
| 2018 | $16,836 -4.7% | $60,723 -4.6% |
| 2017 | $17,660 +42.1% | $63,684 +54.8% |
| 2016 | $12,431 +2.1% | $41,139 |
| 2015 | $12,172 -3.4% | $41,139 -10.8% |
| 2014 | $12,602 -7.3% | $46,102 -9.3% |
| 2013 | $13,596 -1.9% | $50,814 |
| 2012 | $13,857 +1.4% | $50,814 |
| 2011 | $13,664 -5.4% | $50,814 -19.2% |
| 2010 | $14,439 +3% | $62,861 |
| 2009 | $14,017 +6.6% | $62,861 -5% |
| 2008 | $13,152 +7.5% | $66,170 +16.1% |
| 2007 | $12,236 +6.7% | $57,000 |
| 2006 | $11,465 +4.7% | $57,000 |
| 2005 | $10,950 +33.6% | $57,000 +50.8% |
| 2004 | $8,194 -14.5% | $37,792 -17.3% |
| 2003 | $9,579 -4% | $45,716 -3.9% |
| 2002 | $9,977 +35% | $47,583 +46.6% |
| 2001 | $7,389 -5.2% | $32,455 |
| 2000 | $7,796 +18.3% | $32,455 |
| 1999 | $6,588 | $32,455 |
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Neighborhood: 60305
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Willard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 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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