79 Forest Ave

Riverside, IL 60546

$655,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,490 Sq. Ft.
$263 / Sq. Ft.
2,490
Sq. Ft.
$263
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/1/24
Closed 7/1/24

Description

This lovely modern yet timeless home boasts an ideal location, with the town, train station, and all local schools within a half-mile radius. Renovated in 2016, every detail was meticulously crafted to ensure longevity. Upon entering, a distinctive three-season room with sleek black limestone floors beckons you to savor the beauty of each season. Natural light fills the home, showcasing the spacious living and dining rooms through large picture windows. The thoughtful layout design allows for seamless...This lovely modern yet timeless home boasts an ideal location, with the town, train station, and all local schools within a half-mile radius. Renovated in 2016, every detail was meticulously crafted to ensure longevity. Upon entering, a distinctive three-season room with sleek black limestone floors beckons you to savor the beauty of each season. Natural light fills the home, showcasing the spacious living and dining rooms through large picture windows. The thoughtful layout design allows for seamless entertaining and relaxation. The kitchen features quartzite countertops, an island, and ample cabinet space. The first floor hosts two well-appointed bedrooms with great closet space and a full bathroom. Upstairs, discover a third bedroom and a generous primary suite with a spa-like master bath including a double walk-in shower, dual vanity, two large closets, and plenty of storage. A recent addition is the finished basement, offering extra living space with room for movie nights or watching the game, plus an office or guest bedroom. There is a sizable storage area and direct access to the attached garage. Outside, the backyard oasis features a deck for grilling, a spacious lawn, a paver patio, and a bonfire area. This house offers the best of both worlds - proximity to town and all Riverside amenities, as well as a large yard and a beautifully designed living space. Ready for you to move in and make lasting memories, this home is located in the historic Village of Riverside, just 11 miles from Chicago, recognized as one of the "Ten Towns That Changed America".
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Property Details for 79 Forest Avenue

Area
Riverside
Township
Riverside
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING CLOSED: 07/01/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 79 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12053459
Days on Market5
Taxes$8,144 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1911
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,599 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 79 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1911Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,599 SF

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Property Information for 79 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 96
  • High School District: 208
  • High School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 96
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Type: Full, Walkout
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Mud Room, Enclosed Porch, Office, Walk In Closet, Family Room, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2490
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2490
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2490
  • Lower Sq Ft: 702
  • Main Sq Ft: 1178
  • Upper Sq Ft: 610
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X132
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2024-05-29T04:08:01
  • Photos Count: 46
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 21X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 3X3
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X19
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 6X11
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 8X14
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 4X7
Office Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 11X12
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 12X11
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down
  • Dimensions: 26X26

Property History for 79 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2024

Sold

MRED #12053459

$655,000—
Jun 20, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1536998220

$655,000

+6.6% / yr

Jun 3, 2024

Pending

MRED #12053459

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2024

Sold

MRED #12053459

$655,000
06/20/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1536998220

$655,000

+6.6% / yr

06/03/2024

Pending

MRED #12053459

—

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Public Records for 79 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,765Additions$35,235Total$42,000
Tax Record2023$12,376 ($1,031 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,764 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,764 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910CountyCOOKAPN15-35-405-011Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 79 Forest Avenue

This home is within Riverside-Brookfield Twp School District 208.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Central Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
L J Hauser Jr High School
Public - 6 to 8
Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Tailgrass Sudbury School
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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