*** Multiple Offers Received. Highest and Best Offers Due By 7pm Saturday the 3rd of May 2025*** Welcome to this amazing traditional Victorian home right in the heart of beautiful River Forest! You'll fall in love with the architectural details, the sun-filled rooms, and the updated windows throughout. When you step in, the large formal entry greets you and flows into the double parlored living room, which is perfect for multiple conversation spaces. The expansive dining room is just right for hosting your favorite holidays, and the crisp, simple kitchen has a lovely view of the park-like backyard. Don't forget to check out the full bath on this level and the spacious back porch! On the second floor, you'll find three large bedrooms and a tandem space that's perfect for a home office, conveniently located next to the second staircase leading down to the first floor kitchen. Oh, and the large attic is a great for storage or could even be transformed into a fun bonus room in the future! The basement houses newer HVAC systems and provides even more storage options. This home is in great condition and has been meticulously maintained by the current owner for over 60 years, but it's being sold in completely AS-IS condition. Be sure to ask your agent about the history of improvements made over the years!
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$685,000
607 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
3beds
2,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
9,500 Square Feet Lot
$940,600 Zestimate®
$311/sqft
$4,049 Estimated rent
Home value
$940,600
$828,000 - $1.08M
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Architectural detailsExpansive dining roomUpdated windowsPark-like backyardSun-filled roomsStorage optionsCrisp simple kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Stephen Scheuring 708-697-5900,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Sarah O'Shea Munoz, ABR,e-PRO,GRI,SFR
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12340129
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X16
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X4
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43X28
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Full
- Attic: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 9,500 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X190
Details
- Parcel number: 15112090070000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: River Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2025 | Sold | $685,000+7%$311/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12340129 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Pending sale | $640,000$291/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12340129 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2025 | Contingent | $640,000$291/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12340129 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $640,000$291/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12340129 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $65,000 |
| 2023 | $16,161 +9.6% | $65,000 +25.4% |
| 2022 | $14,749 +3.5% | $51,829 |
| 2021 | $14,254 -3.1% | $51,829 -4% |
| 2020 | $14,717 -2.9% | $54,015 -1.8% |
| 2019 | $15,154 +5.7% | $54,989 |
| 2018 | $14,343 +0.1% | $54,989 |
| 2017 | $14,324 -0.2% | $54,989 +12.4% |
| 2016 | $14,358 +2.3% | $48,913 |
| 2015 | $14,037 +8.9% | $48,913 |
| 2014 | $12,885 -15.2% | $48,913 -16.2% |
| 2013 | $15,202 -2% | $58,387 |
| 2012 | $15,518 +0.7% | $58,387 |
| 2011 | $15,408 +14.9% | $58,387 -16.2% |
| 2010 | $13,409 +9.5% | $69,656 |
| 2009 | $12,250 +0.9% | $69,656 -7.6% |
| 2008 | $12,145 -5.7% | $75,382 +23.8% |
| 2007 | $12,884 +6.8% | $60,874 |
| 2006 | $12,062 +4.3% | $60,874 |
| 2005 | $11,562 +15.9% | $60,874 +30.2% |
| 2004 | $9,976 +4.1% | $46,752 |
| 2003 | $9,583 +4.1% | $46,752 |
| 2002 | $9,209 +16.3% | $46,752 +30.8% |
| 2001 | $7,916 +1% | $35,752 |
| 2000 | $7,840 +8.5% | $35,752 |
| 1999 | $7,225 | $35,752 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60305
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: 1.9 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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