NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1 Gale Ave Unit 3E River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $449,000 - $489,727

2 Beds
2 Baths
2,778 Sq Ft
$630/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 02, 2025

Last sale price $436,000 $157 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,668/month

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Living Room
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Tandem Parking
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

About This Home

As of June 2025

Discover the charm of 1 Gale Street, Unit 3E - a modern 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo featuring a recently updated kitchen with elegant countertops and stainless steel appliances. The open, large, sunlit living area and spacious bedrooms with plenty of storage create a comfortable living environment. Situated in a lively neighborhood, this home provides convenient access to shopping, dining, and public transportation. Experience urban living at its finest in this beautiful condo!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Gagliardo

Compass License #471001960 Listed on: 05/12/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Nicole Gagliardo

Compass License #475199539

Last Buyer's Agent

Erica Cuneen

Beyond Properties Realty Group License #471004571

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,510

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

HOA Fees

  • $630 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Tandem Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,778 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 18 Units
  • Westword 360 Association, Phone Number (708) 704-5545
  • Property managed by Westword 360
  • 5-Story Property

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,510

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$630 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 3
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 5

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 2778
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Tandem, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 630
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Westword 360
  • Management Contact Name: Westword 360
  • Management Phone: 708-704-5545

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Special Assessments: Y

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7509.69
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 18

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2023
Closed on
Apr 17, 2023
Sold by
Sharon R Johnston Living Trust
Bought by
Wolf Barry K and Wolf Robyn K
Seller's Agent
Matthew Johnston
Fulton Grace Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joshua Berngard
Fulton Grace Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-5.71%
Views
115
Current Estimated Value
$462,932

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$132,932
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.05%
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Outstanding Balance
$240,385
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$222,547

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2022
Sold by
Johnston Sharon R
Bought by
Sharon R Johnston Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 1998
Sold by
Burnett John H
Bought by
Johnston Sharon R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
7.18%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wolf Barry K $330,000 None Listed On Document
Sharon R Johnston Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Johnston Sharon R $222,500 Professional National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wolf Barry K $247,500
Previous Owner Johnston Sharon R $65,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Sold $436,000 +2.6% $157 / Sq Ft
05/12/2025 05/12/25 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 For Sale $425,000 +28.8% $153 / Sq Ft
04/27/2023 04/27/23 Sold $330,000 -5.7% $165 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/03/2023 03/03/23 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2023 01/12/23 For Sale $350,000 -- $175 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,606 $33,751 $1,556 $32,195
2024 $7,606 $33,751 $1,556 $32,195
2023 $7,383 $33,751 $1,556 $32,195
2022 $7,383 $29,021 $1,737 $27,284
2021 $7,161 $29,020 $1,736 $27,284
2020 $7,121 $29,020 $1,736 $27,284
2019 $7,516 $30,385 $1,591 $28,794
2018 $7,112 $30,385 $1,591 $28,794
2017 $7,119 $30,385 $1,591 $28,794
2016 $7,738 $28,335 $1,338 $26,997
2015 $7,534 $28,335 $1,338 $26,997
2014 $6,928 $28,335 $1,338 $26,997
2013 $5,498 $23,992 $1,338 $22,654
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12332927

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-318-036-1010