Built in the late 1800's, this charming farm house has an abundance of potential. Ideally located near Roosevelt Middle School, the River Forest Library, River Forest Town Square, the Green Line El, the Metra West Line, and downtown Oak Park. Live in it as it is and enjoy all that the Village of River Forest has to offer or let your imagination run wild. A rewarding opportunity either way. This stellar location can't be beat. This home has been in the same family for 100 plus years. The home is being sold AS IS. Endless opportunities await!
Closed
$515,000
712 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
3beds
1,839sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1886
8,750 Square Feet Lot
$779,300 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$3,179 Estimated rent
Home value
$779,300
$662,000 - $912,000
$3,179/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 22, 2024 at 01:36am
Listing courtesy of:
Ann Keeney 708-267-4795,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Jim Blaha
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12152988
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X7
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,839 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,750 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 175
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 15122010220000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1886
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: River Forest
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2025 | Listing removed | $3,900$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 12/19/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,900-4.9%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 10/29/2024 | Listing removed | $4,100$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 10/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,100$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 9/20/2024 | Sold | $515,000$280/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12152988 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,968 -17.8% | $61,000 +17.3% |
| 2022 | $9,696 +6.6% | $52,022 |
| 2021 | $9,092 +9.9% | $52,022 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60305
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Roosevelt SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 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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