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  • $725,000

    551 William St, River Forest, IL 60305

    3beds
    2,000sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1913
    7,350 Square Feet Lot
    $730,600 Zestimate®
    $363/sqft
    $3,835 Estimated rent

    What's special

    This is your amazing opportunity for River Forest living, yet only a couple blocks from Oak Park/ RF dining and shopping + the Green line El and Metra. This 2 1/2 story stucco beauty has Prairie influences and sits on a 50 x 147 lot with a private driveway and beautiful perennial plantings front and back. You will enjoy coffee or dining al fresco on the back deck, and the security of a newer roof, gutters and Fascia (2018). Zoned AC was installed 2005 and a new boiler and hot water heater (2020/21) make for year-round comfort. On the main level you will appreciate hardwood floors, a large front living room and adjoining dining room - open to the Cherry/Granite/Stainless kitchen, an enclosed front porch and rear family room + back entry with a 1/2 bath. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms - one with access to the partially finished attic space, and one with an adjoining office. There is a full bath here, as well as in the partially finished basement that doubles as a recreation room and guest space. This home has many new appliances, smart thermostats, and sits graciously mid-block. Come imagine your best life in this sweet house.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: May 28, 2025 at 06:43pm

    Listing courtesy of:

    Cynthia Howe Gajewski 312-933-8440,

    Beyond Properties Realty Group,

    Karen Baldwin 708-288-1995,

    Beyond Properties Realty Group

    Bought with:

    Linda Rooney

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12308908MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 216 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 162 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X9
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X8
    Other
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 195 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X13
    Bonus room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 270 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X15
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 165 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X11
    Enclosed porch
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X8
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 121 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X11
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 352 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22X16
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 165 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X11
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 330 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22X15
    Office
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Storage
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 242 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22X11
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 160 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X10
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Steam
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
    • Laundry: In Unit, Sink
    Features
    • Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Windows: Replacement Windows
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Full
    • Attic: Interior Stair
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,900
    • Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 600

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 7,350 sqft
    • Dimensions: 50 X 147
    Details
    • Parcel number: 15122150030000
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: American 4-Sq.,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1913

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: River Forest

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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