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Sold on 03/23/2022
Steven Koleno of EXIT Strategy Realty

1147 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

  • $1,300,000

    Last sold 03/23/2022 after 1 Day

  • 5

    bed

  • 5

    bath

  • 4,416

    Sqft ($294/Sqft)

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About 1147 Forest Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1928
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.3 Acre
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
This River Forest marvel is luxury you can call home. It is an exquisite landmark property that has been meticulously maintained and restored. The home has so many of the original features that are in stunning condition, without compromising modern style and upgrades. With over 4,000 square feet in the main house alone, it's hard to pick the best features to cover. The custom cabinetry in the kitchen boasts timeless style with granite countertops and top of the line hardware. The home gourmet chef will love the collection of Thermador professional appliances and two separate sinks and all this kitchen has to offer. Enjoy meals in the breakfast room or solarium on the other side of the kitchen. Host elegant dinners in the luxurious dining room with beautiful crown molding. Invite guests to enjoy a fire in the large sunken living room. The finished basement features a bedroom, bathroom, rec room, utility room with hook-ups for a full set of kitchen appliances and plenty of space for expansion and storage. Summers can be enjoyed in the 9 ft deep in-ground heated pool with automatic cleaner and relax in the coach house with a full bathroom and kitchenette.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Steven Koleno
Listing Office - EXIT Strategy Realty
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#11336299 • last updated 10 months ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 18 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Mediterranean
MLS # 11336299
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
Living Area 4416
Type Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres) 0.3017
Property Tax $ 26876
Year Built 1928
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5% - $295
HOA Fee $ Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 4
# Half Baths 1
Basement Full, Finished
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 15
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Wood Burning, Living Room
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Roof Tile
Garage Desc Detached
# Garage Spaces 2
Driveway Desc Concrete
Parking Desc Off Street
# Parking Spaces 8
Other Structures Guest House
Lot Desc .25-.49 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Lake Michigan
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area River Forest
County Cook
Elementary School Willard Elementary School
Elementary School District 90
High School Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Middle School District 90
Middle School Roosevelt School
High School District 200
APN 15013020010000
We are not permitted to show value estimates for this property.
  • Apr 2022
    Public Records
  • Apr 20, 2022 Sold
    $1,300,000
  • Apr 2022
    mls logo MLS # 11336299
  • Apr 15, 2022 Sold
    $1,300,000 (-6.8%)
  • Mar 24, 2022 Active
  • Mar 23, 2022 Listed
    $1,395,000
  • Feb 2022
    mls logo MLS # 11326595
  • Feb 16, 2022 Listed
    $1,395,000 (+11.6%)
  • Jul 2021
    mls logo MLS # 10996656
  • Jul 30, 2021 Listed
  • Jul 2, 2021 Pending
  • May 31, 2021 Active
  • Mar 3, 2021 Price Change
    $1,250,000 (-2.0%)
  • Feb 16, 2021 Listed
    $1,275,000 (-7.3%)
  • Oct 2019
    mls logo MLS # 10360684
  • Oct 28, 2019 Expired
  • Apr 27, 2019 Listed
    $1,375,000 (-1.8%)
  • Apr 2019
    mls logo MLS # 10009024
  • Apr 27, 2019 Expired
  • Jul 6, 2018 Listed
    $1,400,000 (-11.9%)
  • May 2018
    mls logo MLS # 09579712
  • May 29, 2018 Temporarily No Showings
  • May 8, 2018 Price Change
    $1,590,000 (-5.9%)
  • Mar 29, 2018 Price Change
    $1,690,000 (-5.6%)
  • Feb 5, 2018 Re-Activated
  • Jan 2, 2018 Temporarily No Showings
  • Oct 9, 2017 Price Change
    $1,790,000 (+12.6%)
  • Mar 30, 2017 Listed
    $1,590,000
  • Feb 2017
    mls logo MLS # 09336629
  • Feb 12, 2017 Expired
  • Sep 8, 2016 Listed
    $1,590,000
  • Aug 2016
    mls logo MLS # 09138212
  • Aug 16, 2016 Expired
  • Feb 12, 2016 Listed
    $1,590,000 (-11.6%)
  • May 2015
    mls logo MLS # 08887760
  • May 30, 2015 Cancelled
  • Apr 10, 2015 Listed
    $1,799,000
  • Mar 2015
    mls logo MLS # 08652712
  • Mar 13, 2015 Cancelled
  • Feb 9, 2015 Listed
    $1,799,000 (-4.1%)
  • Nov 21, 2014 Temporarily No Showings
  • Sep 25, 2014 Price Change
    $1,875,000 (-10.7%)
  • Aug 13, 2014 Price Change
    $2,100,000 (+10.5%)
  • Jun 23, 2014 Listed
    $1,900,000 (+5.6%)
  • Sep 2013
    mls logo MLS # 07935634
  • Sep 22, 2013 Cancelled
  • Nov 1, 2011 Listed
    $1,800,000
  • 1147 Forest Ave
    $1.3M
  • River Forest
  • 60305
    $450K +12% y/y
  • River Forest
    $500K +22% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
1141 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,811,000 6/3 4,449 0.01
1135 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,458,000 5/3 3,182 0.02
1131 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,397,000 4/3 3,106 0.04
1146 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,131,000 5/2 3,307 0.04
1127 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,382,000 4/2 2,785 0.05
1138 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,905,000 6/6 5,221 0.05
1138 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,260,000 3/2 2,494 0.05
1146 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,355,000 5/2 2,907 0.05

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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