56 Forest Ave, Unit 1N

618 Sq. Ft.
$240 / Sq. Ft.
618
Sq. Ft.
$240
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Bright, welcoming and perfectly located - this elevated first-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo delivers downtown Riverside living at its best. The open eat-in kitchen is arranged with tall cabinets, granite counters and stainless-steel appliances. Freshly painted, hardwood floors run throughout, remodeled bathroom (2025) adds modern comfort. Practical extras include assigned parking #27 near the rear entry, coin laundry and an assigned storage locker #206 in the basement. Step outside and you're within...Bright, welcoming and perfectly located - this elevated first-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo delivers downtown Riverside living at its best. The open eat-in kitchen is arranged with tall cabinets, granite counters and stainless-steel appliances. Freshly painted, hardwood floors run throughout, remodeled bathroom (2025) adds modern comfort. Practical extras include assigned parking #27 near the rear entry, coin laundry and an assigned storage locker #206 in the basement. Step outside and you're within easy walking distance of the Riverside Metra stop and Riverside's popular restaurants, including Dulce Mami Cafe, Breakfast Hacienda and Cafe, La Barra, and La Estancia. Ideal for commuters, first-time buyers, or anyone seeking a low-maintenance downtown retreat. Welcome Home!

Listing Agent

  1. Beverly Lannon

    Beverly Lannon

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (708)-705-8472

Property Details for 56 Forest Avenue, Unit 1N

Area
Riverside
Township
Riverside
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Window Unit(s)
Heat/Fuel
Radiator(s)
Pets Allowed
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 01/17/2026 03:57 AM

Property Details for 56 Forest Avenue, Unit 1N

StatusClosed
MLS #12521639
Days on Market24
Pet PolicyNot Allowed
Taxes$2,277 / year
HOA Fees$330 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1924
CountyCook County

Building

56 Forest Ave

32 Units3 StoriesBuilt in 1924

Location

Add your commute

Building Information for 56 Forest Avenue, Unit 1N

Building/Complex56 Forest AveFloor1Stories3Residences32Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsNoYear Built1924

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Principal and Interest

$740

Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 56 Forest Avenue, Unit 1N

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 96
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: L J Hauser Junior High School
  • High School District: 208
  • High School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 96
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Yes
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Pet Count Limitation, Pet Weight Limitation
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Parking, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Common Area Amenities: Coin Laundry, Storage
  • Num Of Rooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 1
  • Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2006
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: common
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Total # Units in Building: 32.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Management Company: Advantage Management Company
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-12-14T02:37:13
  • Photos Count: 21
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X16

Property History for 56 Forest Avenue, Unit 1N

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 16, 2026

Sold

MRED #12521639

$148,500
Jan 8, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927266303

$148,500
Dec 16, 2025

Pending

MRED #12521639

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/16/2026

Sold

MRED #12521639

$148,500
01/08/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927266303

$148,500
12/16/2025

Pending

MRED #12521639

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

Public Records for 56 Forest Avenue, Unit 1N

Taxable ValueLand$740Additions$9,389Total$10,129
Tax Record2023$2,179 ($182 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt618 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt618 SqFtLot Size22,980 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1925CountyCOOKAPN15-36-108-043-1009

Schools near 56 Forest Avenue, Unit 1N

This home is within Riverside-Brookfield Twp School District 208.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 3 to 11
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

L J Hauser Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Tailgrass Sudbury School
Private3 to 11

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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