This is your amazing opportunity for River Forest living, yet only a couple blocks from Oak Park/ RF dining and shopping + the Green line El and Metra. This 2 1/2 story stucco beauty has Prairie influences and sits on a 50 x 147 lot with a private driveway and beautiful perennial plantings front and back. You will enjoy coffee or dining al fresco on the back deck, and the security of a newer roof, gutters and Fascia (2018). Zoned AC was installed 2005 and a new boiler and hot water heater (2020/21) make for year-round comfort. On the main level you will appreciate hardwood floors, a large front living room and adjoining dining room - open to the Cherry/Granite/Stainless kitchen, an enclosed front porch and rear family room + back entry with a 1/2 bath. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms - one with access to the partially finished attic space, and one with an adjoining office. There is a full bath here, as well as in the partially finished basement that doubles as a recreation room and guest space. This home has many new appliances, smart thermostats, and sits graciously mid-block. Come imagine your best life in this sweet house.
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$725,000
551 William St, River Forest, IL 60305
3beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
7,350 Square Feet Lot
$770,100 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$4,013 Estimated rent
Home value
$770,100
$685,000 - $863,000
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Cynthia Howe Gajewski, ABR,GREEN,SRES 312-933-8440,
Beyond Properties Realty Group,
Karen Baldwin 708-288-1995,
Beyond Properties Realty Group
Bought with:
Linda Rooney, ABR
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12308908
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement Windows
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,900
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,350 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 147
Details
- Parcel number: 15122150030000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: American 4-Sq.,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: River Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $725,000-3.3%$363/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12308908 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2025 | Contingent | $749,900$375/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12308908 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Price change | $749,900-3.2%$375/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12308908 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000-3.1%$388/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12308908 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Listing removed | $799,900$400/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12157900 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,900+30.8%$400/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12157900 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2005 | Sold | $611,500$306/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $56,000 |
| 2023 | $13,697 -4.1% | $56,000 +11.1% |
| 2022 | $14,288 +3.5% | $50,403 |
| 2021 | $13,811 +1.4% | $50,403 |
| 2020 | $13,619 +5.4% | $50,403 +5.5% |
| 2019 | $12,916 +5.7% | $47,778 |
| 2018 | $12,224 +0.1% | $47,778 |
| 2017 | $12,212 +6.7% | $47,778 +19.8% |
| 2016 | $11,448 +2.4% | $39,867 |
| 2015 | $11,178 +8.9% | $39,867 |
| 2014 | $10,266 -2.1% | $39,867 -4.3% |
| 2013 | $10,484 -9.9% | $41,666 -3.3% |
| 2012 | $11,642 +1.2% | $43,090 |
| 2011 | $11,501 +2.7% | $43,090 -12.3% |
| 2010 | $11,201 +6.4% | $49,149 |
| 2009 | $10,531 +1.1% | $49,149 -10.1% |
| 2008 | $10,413 -1.4% | $54,698 +9.1% |
| 2007 | $10,558 +6.8% | $50,144 |
| 2006 | $9,881 -10.6% | $50,144 |
| 2005 | $11,053 +22.2% | $50,144 +26.8% |
| 2004 | $9,042 +9.8% | $39,558 |
| 2003 | $8,235 +4.1% | $39,558 |
| 2002 | $7,913 +29.2% | $39,558 +45.2% |
| 2001 | $6,126 +1% | $27,253 |
| 2000 | $6,066 -0.1% | $27,253 |
| 1999 | $6,071 | $27,253 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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
- 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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Estimated market value
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- Cook County
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- 551 William St
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