611 Monroe Avenue

River Forest, IL 60305

$760,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
1,819 Sq. Ft.
$418 / Sq. Ft.
1,819
Sq. Ft.
$418
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to the Perfect River Forest Home! This stunning property is in a prime location and has everything a new owner needs. Longtime owners have cared for and meticulously maintained this home. Beautiful kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, granite countertops, tons of storage and a convenient breakfast bar. The living room is bright and spacious and features a wonderful wood-burning fireplace with built-in shelves which adds warmth and charm to the space. Separate dining room is an excellent...Welcome to the Perfect River Forest Home! This stunning property is in a prime location and has everything a new owner needs. Longtime owners have cared for and meticulously maintained this home. Beautiful kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, granite countertops, tons of storage and a convenient breakfast bar. The living room is bright and spacious and features a wonderful wood-burning fireplace with built-in shelves which adds warmth and charm to the space. Separate dining room is an excellent spot for hosting dinner parties and holidays. The first floor is complete with a newly updated and darling powder room, two closets with professional closet systems and hardwood floors throughout. Three large bedrooms with great closet space also complete with professional closet systems. The Juliet balcony off the primary bedroom is a perfect spot for your morning coffee or read a book and relax! The updated bathroom ensures modern comfort and style and offers an extra closet! The basement has additional living space with a recreation room, full bar, and a full bathroom. Laundry and more storage are also found in the lower level. One of the highlights of this property is the picturesque yard. The professional landscaping provides privacy and beauty! Sprinkler system takes away the hassle of watering the lawn and landscape! Enjoy entertaining space and grill your favorite meals or hang out by the firewall feature. This is truly an oasis to escape and unwind! Off alley parking with a 2 car garage that is spotless and great for winter months! Schools and Parks are blocks away as well as popular stores like Jewel, Whole Foods, and Panera Bread. Convenient location to the Green Line and metra station. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own this home!
  1. Listed by Kelly O'Brien • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Sold By Beyond Properties Realty Group

Property Details for 611 Monroe Avenue

Area
River Forest
Township
River Forest
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Hot Water/Steam, Radiant
LISTING UPDATED: 06/09/2024 03:00 AM

Property Details for 611 Monroe Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12035215
Days on Market41
Taxes$13,731 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1921
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,650 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 611 Monroe Avenue

Stories-Year Built1921Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,650 SF

Property Information for 611 Monroe Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 90
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Roosevelt School
  • High School District: 200
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 90
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Exterior
  • Room Type: Foyer, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Disposal, Range Hood, Water Purifier
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X173
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Exterior Building Type: Stucco
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-04-26T02:53:39
  • Photos Count: 40
  • OpenHouse Count: 3
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 04-26-2024
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 27X23
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 17X14
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23X14
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X7
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X10

Property History for 611 Monroe Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 611 Monroe Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$9,787Additions$38,890Total$48,677
Tax Record2022$13,731 ($1,144 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,819 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,819 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1921CountyCOOKAPN15-12-208-007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 611 Monroe Avenue

This home is within River Forest School District 90.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Roosevelt School
Public5 to 8

Oak Park & River Forest High School
Public9 to 12

St Luke School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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