230 Forest Avenue

River Forest, IL 60305

$799,900
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Casual elegance with 'summer home vibes' on sought after cul de sac adjacent to beautiful Washington Commons park. A rare, totally updated, move in ready home, with charm and luxury throughout. Extra wide, welcoming front porch features space for dining/lounge area and a perfect swing for two. Soaring ceiling height defines the space as you enter the foyer. Open concept, brand new, custom kitchen with quartz counters, designer tile, stainless steel appliances, island seating, and open breakfast room...Casual elegance with 'summer home vibes' on sought after cul de sac adjacent to beautiful Washington Commons park. A rare, totally updated, move in ready home, with charm and luxury throughout. Extra wide, welcoming front porch features space for dining/lounge area and a perfect swing for two. Soaring ceiling height defines the space as you enter the foyer. Open concept, brand new, custom kitchen with quartz counters, designer tile, stainless steel appliances, island seating, and open breakfast room complete with pantry. Dramatic formal living room with plenty of space to entertain and enjoy views of Forest Ave through massive front windows. Primary bedroom on first floor with walk in closet, new en suite bathroom with walk in shower and high style. Second bedroom, 2nd beautifully appointed, brand new, full bathroom plus den/family room that opens to back deck and yard make this a perfectly planned, sun drenched first floor living space lined by tremendously large, brand new, custom windows that are exactly on point with classic lines of the home's architectural style. Second floor features 3rd bedroom with views of the yard and walk in closet. Finished basement has mud room/office area, all new windows, Huge rec room space, plus another play area. Too many updates to list including plumbing, electrical, custom flooring, high end lighting, and designer finishes. Walk to Metra, parks, award winning schools, and more. A rare, completely move in ready home, in prime location, and perfection in every room!

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Property Details for 230 Forest 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
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/26/2024 03:40 PM

Property Details for 230 Forest Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12008274
Days on Market20
Taxes$9,259 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built-
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,650 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 230 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,650 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,137 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,365

Property Taxes

$772

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 230 Forest 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 On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Great Room, Play Room, Foyer, Deck, Utility Room-Lower Level, Mud Room, Terrace
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • 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: 6650
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-04-14T18:09:40
  • Photos Count: 38
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: Image360
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X11
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: 10X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 12X11
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X15
Terrace Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Terrace
  • Terrace Dimensions: 23X14
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X8
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 9X8
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X16
Play Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Play Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 23X12
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X11
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 23X11
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X13

Property History for 230 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 230 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,151Additions$28,677Total$34,828
Tax Record2022$9,259 ($772 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,325 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,325 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,650 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1888CountyCOOKAPN15-12-307-009

Schools near 230 Forest 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

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