Long-time owners have spent years renovating this classic Victorian beauty from top to bottom! You'll appreciate the wrap around porch, character (natural woodwork, crown mouldings and hardwood floors), thoughtful improvements (remodeled Kitchen and Baths), flexible floor plan and much sought after location. Double parlour woodburning fireplace has marble surround & threshold and is flanked by custom built-ins, spacious formal dining room and a kitchen/breakfast room with custom cherry cabinetry, glass tile backsplash, stainless appliances, granite counters, pendant lighting, island with bar seating and plenty of space for a large table, and leads out to the deck and yard. 2.5 car garage with built-in shelves and loft storage. Basement waterproofing & updated electric 2024, custom windows approx 2018, furnace & central air conditioning 2017, 3rd floor furnace 2016. This one is a real beauty!
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$1,065,000
605 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
5beds
3,119sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1902
7,865 Square Feet Lot
$1,132,600 Zestimate®
$341/sqft
$5,221 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,132,600
$1.02M - $1.27M
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Double parlour woodburning fireplaceIsland with bar seatingSpacious formal dining roomRemodeled kitchen and bathsFlexible floor planCustom cherry cabinetryPendant lighting
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Listed by:
Patti Sprafka-Wagner, ABR,BPOR,E-PRO,PSA,SFR 708-218-8102,
RE/MAX In The Village
Bought with:
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12345440
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Breakfast Room, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Display Window(s), Some Wood Windows), Bathroom (Full, Shower Only)
- Level: Third
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X9
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 805 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X23
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,119 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,865 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 157.31
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 15121110080000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Plaster
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: River Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $341/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $820,000
- Annual tax amount: $20,814
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $1,065,000-3.2%$341/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12345440 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$353/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12345440 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Contingent | $1,100,000$353/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12345440 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2025 | Price change | $1,100,000-7.9%$353/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12345440 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000+319.3%$383/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12345440 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/1998 | Sold | $285,000+14%$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/1997 | Sold | $250,000$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,663 +4.1% | $82,000 |
| 2023 | $20,815 +19.2% | $82,000 +36.1% |
| 2022 | $17,469 -1.3% | $60,252 |
| 2021 | $17,702 +1.9% | $60,252 |
| 2020 | $17,366 -14.3% | $60,252 -12.3% |
| 2019 | $20,261 +5.6% | $68,695 |
| 2018 | $19,179 +0.3% | $68,695 |
| 2017 | $19,128 +11.2% | $68,695 +22.7% |
| 2016 | $17,200 +2% | $55,965 |
| 2015 | $16,858 +9.1% | $55,965 |
| 2014 | $15,457 -14.1% | $55,965 -15.7% |
| 2013 | $18,001 -1.8% | $66,426 |
| 2012 | $18,335 +3.3% | $66,426 |
| 2011 | $17,750 -4.2% | $66,426 -15.8% |
| 2010 | $18,524 +2.3% | $78,931 |
| 2009 | $18,101 +5.3% | $78,931 -5% |
| 2008 | $17,191 +27.4% | $83,086 +33.7% |
| 2007 | $13,499 +6.7% | $62,154 |
| 2006 | $12,656 +4.7% | $62,154 |
| 2005 | $12,086 +16.2% | $62,154 +30.9% |
| 2004 | $10,405 +4.5% | $47,465 |
| 2003 | $9,960 +4.1% | $47,465 |
| 2002 | $9,570 +43.7% | $47,465 +61.1% |
| 2001 | $6,661 +1% | $29,456 |
| 2000 | $6,595 -6.4% | $29,456 |
| 1999 | $7,046 | $29,456 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60305
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle: Lincoln Elementary 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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