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1136 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

$886,000

Last sold 06/28/2013

  • 5

    bed

  • 3.2

    bath

House not for sale

About 1136 Monroe Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1922
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.28 Acre
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
This 5-bedroom, 3.2-bathroom single-family home is located at 1136 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL, 60305 in Cook County and was built in 1922. The lot spans 12,219 sq ft. Parking includes a 2-car attached garage. It last sold for $886,000 on 2013-06-28.
Property
Approx Year Built 1922
Property Type Detached Single
New Construction N
Lot Size Less Than 0.25 Acre
Lot Description Fenced Yard
Lot Dimensions 67 X 186
Acreage 0.2805
Taxes 19528
Parcel Identification Number 15014010120000
Tax Exemptions Homeowner
Tax Year 2011
General Information None
Remarks Spacious Colonial in pristine move-in condition. Sun-filled Living Room & Dining Room. Kitchen opens to Breakfast Room & Family Room. Upstairs boasts Master Suite with private bath and walk-in closet, 4 additional bedrooms and 2 more full baths. Lower level has large rec room, 1/2 bath and tons of storage. Wide lot with huge backyard. Attached Garage. Click VIRTUAL TOUR link for PICS & FLOOR PLANS.
Master Association Fee No
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
Frequency Not Applicable
Interior
Baths 1/2 2
Bath Amenities Double Sink
Total Full & 1/2 Baths 3.2
# Full Baths 3
Master Bedroom Bath Full
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N) Yes
Bedroom 2 Size (ft.) 15X12
Bedroom 2 Level 2nd Level
Master Bedroom Size (ft.) 21X17
Bedroom 3 Size (ft.) 15X12
Bedroom 3 Level 2nd Level
Bedroom 4 Size (ft.) 13X10
Bedroom 4 Level 2nd Level
Bedrooms All Levels 5
Master Bedroom Level 2nd Level
Bedrooms Above Grade 5
Laundry Level Basement
Laundry Size (ft.) 12X10
Additional Room 5 Level Basement
Additional Room 5 Name Storage
Additional Room 5 Size (ft.) 33X14
Dining Room Separate
Basement Description Partially Finished
Kitchen Level Main Level
Additional Room 9 Level Not Applicable
Additional Room 4 Name Work Rm
Additional Room 4 Level Basement
Additional Room 4 Size (ft.) 10X9
Basement Full
Attic Unfinished
Additional Room 3 Size (ft.) 33X16
Family Room Level Main Level
Family Room Size (ft.) 21X16
Additional Room 3 Name Recreation Rm
Additional Room 3 Level Basement
Additional Room 8 Level Not Applicable
Additional Room 10 Level Not Applicable
Additional Room 7 Level Not Applicable
Additional Room 2 Size (ft.) 12X12
Additional Room 2 Level Main Level
Additional Room 2 Name Breakfast Rm
Dining Room Size (ft.) 15X13
Additional Room 6 Level Not Applicable
Dining Room Level Main Level
Additional Rooms 5th Bedroom, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Workroom
Living Room Level Main Level
Living Room Size (ft.) 25X22
Additional Rooms 1 Name 5th Bdrm
Additional Room 1 Size (ft.) 12X12
Additional Rooms 1 Level 2nd Level
Bedroom 2 Flooring Hardwood
Living Room Flooring Hardwood
Kitchen Flooring Hardwood
Bedroom 3 Flooring Hardwood
Family Room Flooring Hardwood
Additional Room 3 Flooring Carpet
Bedroom 4 Flooring Hardwood
Additional Room 2 Flooring Hardwood
Master Bedroom Flooring Hardwood
Dining Room Flooring Hardwood
Additional Room 1 Flooring Hardwood
Kitchen Size (ft.) 19X10
Rooms Count 12
Kitchen Type Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
Interior Property Features Hardwood Floors
Exterior
Exterior Property Features Deck, Storms/Screens
Style Of House Colonial
Type Detached 2 Stories
Exterior Building Type Brick
Roof Type Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
Parking Included in Price Y/N Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Parking Garage
Car Spaces 2
Driveway Side Drive
Garage On-Site Yes
Garage Type Attached
Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
Garage Spaces 2
Amenities / Utilities
Interior Fireplaces Count 1
Heat/Fuel Gas, Hot Water/Steam, Radiant, Radiators
Air Conditioning Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
Fireplace Location Family Room, Living Room
Fireplace Details See Through/Multi Sided
Sewer Sewer-Storm
Water Lake Michigan
Electricity 200+ Amp Service
Appliances Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Location
Waterfront Y/N No
Elementary School WILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle School ROOSEVELT SCHOOL
High School District 200
Elementary School District 90
Middle School District 90
High School OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCH
Directions Division To Monroe, South To 1136 Monroe
  • Apr 2016
  • Apr 20, 2016 Delisted
    $886,000
  • Jun 28, 2013 Sold
    $886,000 (-4.6%)
  • Mar 6, 2013 Listed
    $929,000
  • Jul 2013
    Public Records
  • Jul 18, 2013 Sold
    $886,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $24,286 +16.5%
    $92,030 +35.35%
  • 2022
    $20,852 +3.7%
    $67,994
  • 2021
    $20,110 +2.0%
    $67,994
  • 2020
    $19,719 +8.8%
    $67,994 +10.02%
  • 2019
    $18,122 +5.6%
    $61,804
  • 2018
    $17,154 -25.8%
    $61,804 -24.9%
  • 2017
    $23,110 -2.8%
    $82,294 +7.69%
  • 2016
    $23,781 -11.5%
    $76,421 -12.77%
  • 2015
    $26,859 +5.9%
    $87,612
  • 2014
    $25,362 +25.3%
  • 2013
    $20,245
  • 1136 Monroe Ave
    $886K
  • River Forest
  • 60305
    $550K +37% y/y
  • River Forest
    $564K +41% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
1130 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,375,000 4/2 3,606 0.01
1142 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,155,000 5/3 2,744 0.01
1146 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,064,000 4/3 2,567 0.02
1126 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,414,000 5/2 3,167 0.02
1122 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,227,000 5/3 2,966 0.03
1133 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,771,000 5/4 4,362 0.04
1143 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,236,000 4/2 2,822 0.04
1139 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,352,000 5/2 3,038 0.04

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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Willard Elementary School
public Grades PK, K-4
River Forest School District 90
8/10
Roosevelt School
public Grades 5-8
River Forest School District 90
8/10
Oak Park & River Forest High School
public Grades 9-12
Oak Park - River Forest School District 200
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