Classic vintage character meets modern amenities in this fabulous renovated bungalow. Situated on an idyllic street, just around the corner from picturesque Keystone Park and only a few short blocks from the River Forest Metra station, this is the one you have been waiting for. Original hardwood floors run throughout the main floor. Gorgeous Mark Menna Designs kitchen outfitted with center island, Quartz countertops with waterfall edge, classic shaker soft-close cabinetry, and commercial grade stainless steel appliances including exhaust hood. Expanded second floor allows for a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, skylights, beautiful exposed beams and ensuite bathroom. Three bedrooms up, plus two additional bedrooms on the main floor, currently being utilized as an office, and play-room. Recently updated basement with a large and versatile family room. Newer windows throughout all 3 levels of the home. Sizable rear yard complete with two patios and tons of room to play. Incredibly hard to find coach-house adjacent to the 2-car garage; bring your creativity to this unique space. The coach house is currently being used as both a recreation room and home office, but could be used as a fitness area, guest space, or for any other multitude of reasons, and has its own HVAC system. Fabulous home on a highly coveted block in a convenient walk-to-everything River Forest location, in the desirable Lincoln Elementary district.
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$860,000
238 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
5beds
3,708sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
7,832 Square Feet Lot
$1,023,100 Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$5,955 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,023,100
$962,000 - $1.09M
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Updated basementBeautiful exposed beamsCenter islandClassic vintage characterNewer windows throughoutFabulous homeSizable rear yard
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Listed by:
Lance Kirshner 312-319-1168,
Compass
Bought with:
Jennifer Lapins
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11784139
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Other Room, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Shower Only)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X21
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X23
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 925 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X37
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air, Partial
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Dining Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,708
- Total interior livable area: 3,708 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 7,832 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44 X 178
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 15123090140000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1911
- Major remodel year: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $232/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $509,500
- Annual tax amount: $10,031
- Date on market: 6/11/2023
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/2/2023 | Sold | $860,000+4.2%$232/sqft |
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| 7/13/2023 | Pending sale | $825,000$222/sqft |
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| 6/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/22/2023 | Contingent | $825,000$222/sqft |
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| 5/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $825,000+36.4%$222/sqft |
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| 6/4/2018 | Sold | $605,000+11%$163/sqft |
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| 8/31/2015 | Sold | $545,000-0.7%$147/sqft |
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| 7/24/2015 | Pending sale | $549,000$148/sqft |
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| 7/17/2015 | Price change | $549,000-3.5%$148/sqft |
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| 6/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $569,000+420.4%$153/sqft |
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| 11/23/1993 | Sold | $109,333$29/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,571 +4.1% | $50,950 |
| 2023 | $13,040 +25.5% | $50,950 +43.2% |
| 2022 | $10,388 +3.5% | $35,588 |
| 2021 | $10,032 +1.6% | $35,588 |
| 2020 | $9,871 -19% | $35,588 -9.4% |
| 2019 | $12,192 +15.8% | $39,275 |
| 2018 | $10,533 +0.2% | $39,275 |
| 2017 | $10,513 +21.1% | $39,275 +33.2% |
| 2016 | $8,679 +2.3% | $29,475 |
| 2015 | $8,486 +8.9% | $29,475 |
| 2014 | $7,789 -17.7% | $29,475 -18.5% |
| 2013 | $9,460 -2% | $36,156 |
| 2012 | $9,654 +1% | $36,156 |
| 2011 | $9,559 +2.8% | $36,156 -15.2% |
| 2010 | $9,295 +4.7% | $42,625 |
| 2009 | $8,873 +8% | $42,625 -5% |
| 2008 | $8,213 -0.9% | $44,868 +9.8% |
| 2007 | $8,289 +7.1% | $40,879 |
| 2006 | $7,740 +4.6% | $40,879 |
| 2005 | $7,397 +6.6% | $40,879 +26.6% |
| 2004 | $6,937 +4.3% | $32,291 |
| 2003 | $6,648 +4.1% | $32,291 |
| 2002 | $6,389 +24.7% | $32,291 +39.6% |
| 2001 | $5,123 +1% | $23,123 |
| 2000 | $5,074 +5.7% | $23,123 |
| 1999 | $4,799 | $23,123 |
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Neighborhood: 60305
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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