NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1044 Park Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,945,000 - $2,065,274

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,974 Sq Ft
$401/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 13, 2024

Last sale price $2,029,000 $408 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,863/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of August 2024

Welcome to 1044 Park Avenue, a stunning Burma built French Tudor home in the coveted River Forest, IL. This elegant residence, designed by Charles Kristen in 1934 and updated by Mark Zinni Architects in 2009 and 2013, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, kitchen family room integration, a butler's pantry, a mudroom, an office, a library, two rec rooms, a screened in porch, laundry areas on each floor and an attached heated 3 car garage with an electric car charger to cater to every need, ensuring both convenience and functionality. Large windows throughout the home allow natural light to illuminate the space, creating a bright and uplifting ambiance. The spacious eat-in kitchen and charming butler's pantry also sports modern amenities such as a 48 inch Wolf range, a 48 inch side by side Sub Zero refrigerator freezer, a Uline beverage fridge, and twin Bosch dishwashers. The kitchen integrates with the family room to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. The sanctuary-like primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a private balcony with a hot tub, his and hers walk-in closets, an oversized shower, an air tub, heated bathroom floors, and a mini-kitchen for added comfort. Step outside to discover a screened-in porch and fenced in, park-like yard with a 1/2 basketball court, a patio, a putting green, and a firepit offering endless opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. Other modern amenities that truly bring this vintage home into the 21st century include a monitored security system with cameras, Ring doorbells, a tankless water heater for instant on hot water, ecobee thermostats, a sprinkler system, surround sound in the family room and one rec room, speakers on the porch, patio and a master deck that can be controlled by your phone, and a standby 17 kW Generac generator. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this home is surrounded by park-like greenery, offering a serene and picturesque setting. Additionally, roughed-out areas above the garage and in the basement provide the potential for an in-law or nanny suite, adding versatility to this already impressive property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Gagliardo

Compass License #471001960 Listed on: 07/01/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Nathan Stillwell

john greene, Realtor License #475147609

john greene, Realtor

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $35,073

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 99 x 218
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4,974 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Power Generator

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$35,073

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • LivingArea: 4974
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Generator
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Enclosed Porch, Office, Library, Foyer, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Recreation Room, Game Room, Mud Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Hot Tub, Roof Deck, Other
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • ParkingTotal: 3
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 99 X 218
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 35073
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2024
Closed on
Aug 12, 2024
Sold by
Gladden Thomas Michael and Gladden Kimberly Mclean
Bought by
Michael P Santoro Revocable Trust and Julie R Santoro Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Andrew Gagliardo
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nathan Stillwell
john greene, Realtor
List Price
$2,049,000
Sold Price
$2,029,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-0.98%
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
$2,051,911

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,911
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.11%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2007
Sold by
Crumbaugh Kathleen R
Bought by
Gladden Thomas Michael and Gladden Kimberly Mclean

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$403,600
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 1994
Sold by
Crumbaugh David G and Crumbaugh Kathleen R
Bought by
Crumbaugh Kathleen R
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
Michael P Santoro Revocable Trust $2,029,000 Chicago Title
Gladden Thomas Michael $1,567,000 Multiple
Crumbaugh Kathleen R -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gladden Thomas Michael $403,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/13/2024 08/13/24 Sold $2,029,000 -1.0% $408 / Sq Ft
07/09/2024 07/09/24 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2024 07/02/24 For Sale $2,049,000 -- $412 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $38,358 $143,431 $25,796 $117,635
2024 $38,358 $143,431 $25,796 $117,635
2023 $35,073 $143,431 $25,796 $117,635
2022 $35,073 $112,034 $22,572 $89,462
2021 $33,805 $112,032 $22,571 $89,461
2020 $33,100 $112,032 $22,571 $89,461
2019 $33,196 $110,362 $20,422 $89,940
2018 $31,424 $110,362 $20,422 $89,940
2017 $31,329 $110,362 $20,422 $89,940
2016 $32,421 $103,280 $17,197 $86,083
2015 $33,761 $109,451 $17,197 $92,254
2014 $30,941 $109,451 $17,197 $92,254
2013 $24,633 $89,932 $17,197 $72,735
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12087806

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-308-045-0000