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Sold on 12/03/2020
Laura Garcia of Redfin Corporation

1523 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

$499,000

Last sold 12/03/2020 after 2147 Days

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,244

    Sqft ($401/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 1523 Monroe Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1954
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 9,409 Sqft
Parking 1 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
Pride of ownership abounds this solid brick, ranch home filled with charm, great curb appeal and spacious backyard! Meticulously maintained, updated, and move-in ready. Spacious foyer welcomes you into a cozy living room, open to the dining room. Freshly painted, white baseboards, trim and crown molding, hardwood floors, and recessed lighting throughout. The main level provides three bedrooms and two full recently renovated bathrooms. The master bedroom has a full bath with shower glass doors. Kitchen has plenty of cabinetry, built in pantry, granite countertops, and SS appliances. Convenient breakfast bar and ceramic floors blend the cabinetry and counters beautifully. Natural light flows into every room. Full finished basement with recessed lighting provides so much space. Family room, rec room, office space and a separate laundry area with plenty of storage space available. Huge fenced in backyard and patio for entertaining family and guests. New driveway allows for extra parking if needed. Walk to a plethora of dining options - so many restaurants available steps from your home. Walking distance to schools, universities, and a short drive to I290 and Blue/Green/Metra transportation.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Laura Garcia
Listing Office - Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#10930609 • last updated 2 weeks ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Levels/Style Ranch
MLS # 10930609
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
SubType 1 Story
Living Area 1244
Type Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres) 0.216
Property Tax $ 9238
Year Built 1954
HOA Fee $ 0, Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Bath Desc Soaking Tub
Attic Dormer
Add'l Room(s) Recreation Room
Dining Room Combined W/ LivRm
Total # of Rooms 7
Flooring Hardwood
Accessibility Features No
Windows Screens
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Roof Asphalt
Construction Brick
# Garage Spaces 1
Other Structures Shed(s)
Exterior Features Outdoor Grill
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Storm 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 15012020100000
Directions Harlem Ave To Division St To Monroe Ave
We are not permitted to show value estimates for this property.
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $14,236 +20.3%
    $52,000 +41.94%
  • 2022
    $11,830 +3.8%
    $36,635
  • 2021
    $11,393 +11.8%
    $36,635
  • 2020
    $10,190 +10.3%
    $36,635 +10.38%
  • 2019
    $9,238 -5.6%
    $33,189 -9.69%
  • 2018
    $9,790 +0.2%
    $36,749
  • 2017
    $9,773 +6.4%
    $36,749 +18.37%
  • 2016
    $9,184 +2.2%
    $31,046
  • 2015
    $8,982 +9.0%
    $31,046
  • 2014
    $8,244 -9.9%
    —
  • 2013
    $9,148
    —
  • 1523 Monroe Ave
    $499K
  • River Forest
    $599K
  • 60305
    $400K +2% y/y
  • River Forest
    $400K +2% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
1519 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,019,000 4/4 3,061 0.01
1527 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $756,000 4/2 2,303 0.01
1515 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $813,000 4/3 2,079 0.02
1511 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $833,000 4/2 2,144 0.03
1503 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,160,000 5/3 3,191 0.04
1526 William St, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,009,000 3/2 1,704 0.04
1522 William St, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,023,000 4/2 1,775 0.04
1518 William St, River Forest, IL 60305 $1,533,000 6/3 3,799 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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