Imagine being in the heart of River Forest within walking distance to schools, parks, the library, River Forest Town Square and downtown Oak Park! This well maintained home has a great layout and is ready for your decorating ideas. Enter thru the foyer with a walk-in closet into the bright open concept living and dining room perfect for entertaining. A wood burning fireplace and built-in book shelves add charm to the living room. The kitchen is adjacent to the dining area and has room for an island or table. A small pantry and half bath are also nearby. A bright den/family room is off the dining area with a beamed ceiling. Walk thru the den to a mosquito free screened in porch. It's a nice spot to relax and enjoy the big fenced in backyard with plenty of grass and room to garden. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, plus a heated tandem and a full bath with original vintage tile. The primary bedroom has lots of windows and a walk-in cedar closet. There is also a walk up unfinished attic potential for future living space. Last but not least, is the large walk-out basement with areas for play, hobbies, or office. Solid home. Selling strictly "As-Is". Come see it today !
Contingent
Price cut: $15K (6/19)
$650,000
514 William St, River Forest, IL 60305
3beds
1,908sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
8,850 Square Feet Lot
$648,000 Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceHeated tandemSmall pantryBuilt-in book shelvesWalk-in cedar closet
- 95 days |
- 719 |
- 24 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Margaret Bidinger, GRI,SFR 708-524-8400,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12608343
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bonus Room, Den, Play Room, Screened Porch, Storage, Tandem Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Third
- Area: 456 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X24
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X25
Den
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X19
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X13
Heating
- Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Chute
Features
- Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Dining Combo, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,908 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,850 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x177
Details
- Parcel number: 15122140270000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $590,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,755
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$648,000
$616,000 - $680,000
$3,511/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Contingent | $650,000$341/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000-2.3%$341/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Contingent | $665,000$349/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $665,000-2.9%$349/sqft |
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| 4/27/2026 | Price change | $685,000-3.5%$359/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $710,000$372/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $59,000 |
| 2023 | $14,518 -12.3% | $59,000 +2.7% |
| 2022 | $16,556 +71.3% | $57,426 |
| 2021 | $9,666 +9.9% | $57,426 |
| 2020 | $8,798 -11.5% | $57,426 +17.5% |
| 2019 | $9,936 +5.4% | $48,886 |
| 2018 | $9,423 +2.1% | $48,886 |
| 2017 | $9,225 -19.1% | $48,886 +23.1% |
| 2016 | $11,399 -2.8% | $39,715 -4.6% |
| 2015 | $11,733 +5.4% | $41,623 -2.9% |
| 2014 | $11,130 +0.5% | $42,852 -2% |
| 2013 | $11,070 -2.2% | $43,741 |
| 2012 | $11,318 +0.1% | $43,741 |
| 2011 | $11,307 +15.9% | $43,741 -12.8% |
| 2010 | $9,756 +9.5% | $50,160 |
| 2009 | $8,908 -7.6% | $50,160 -5% |
| 2008 | $9,640 +8.5% | $52,801 +3.4% |
| 2007 | $8,883 -9.3% | $51,068 |
| 2006 | $9,796 +4.2% | $51,068 |
| 2005 | $9,401 +42.1% | $51,068 +33.7% |
| 2004 | $6,616 -1.3% | $38,209 |
| 2003 | $6,704 +4.5% | $38,209 |
| 2002 | $6,417 +6.1% | $38,209 +36.2% |
| 2001 | $6,048 -13.9% | $28,056 |
| 2000 | $7,022 +21% | $28,056 -13.3% |
| 1999 | $5,803 | $32,346 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60305
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Cook County
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- 60305
- 514 William St
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