NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1535 Forest Ave Unit 204 River Forest, IL 60305

River Forest Area

Estimated Value: $307,000 - $368,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,915 Sq Ft
0.5 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 13, 2023

Last sale price $245,000 $128 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,823 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • End Unit
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of February 2023

Who doesn't want to live in a mid-century modern elevator building with a gym, covered parking, and an amazing balcony *** $15k price drop!! 3BR condo, now only $260,000 *** This 3 bedroom condo in River Forest is for you. It's a great opportunity for someone who wants to get into the Chicago suburbs without breaking the bank. This condo has been maintained throughout, while having some modern improvements as well. The L-shaped living room and dining room are perfect for entertaining-and they're cozy enough that you can just relax too. The eat-in kitchen has white cabinets and table pace under the windows. sink while the hall bath is beautifully updated with a marble-topped vanity and a tasteful tub/shower combo. There's easy access to transportation via bus & train as well as major highways like 290 (just minutes away). With so many amenities nearby-including restaurants, grocery stores, and parks-you'll never run out of things to do!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laurie Christofano

RE/MAX In The Village License #475137664 Listed on: 01/06/2023

RE/MAX In The Village

Co-Listed By

Kyra Pych

RE/MAX In The Village License #475130931

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Ponzio - Pappas

Compass License #475168045

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,674

Year Built

  • Built in 1967

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $498 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,915 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Blinds
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Home Gym
  • Partially Carpeted

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features
  • No Interior Steps
  • Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, gas, parking, insurance, exercise facilities, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 23 Units
  • Bill Samatas Association, Phone Number (708) 452-4242
  • Mid-Rise Community
  • 1900 Sq Ft 3Br, 2Ba Ne Corner Unit
  • Property managed by Cortland Properties
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 5-Story Property

Amenities

  • Coin Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Lobby
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Fitness Center

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 25 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Storm Screens

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,674

Year Built

Built in 1967

Lot Details

0.5 Acres

HOA Fees

$498 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Mid Rise (4-6 Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Mid Rise (4-6 Stories)
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 2
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 5

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Range Hood
  • Basement: None
  • Accessibility Features: Entry Slope less than 1 foot, No Interior Steps
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Some Carpeting, Some Window Treatmnt, Drapes/Blinds, Health Facilities, Lobby, Separate Dining Room, Some Wall-To-Wall Cp, Replacement Windows
  • LivingArea: 1915
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Foyer, Walk In Closet
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1915
  • Basement Description: Slab
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: L-shaped
  • Total Sq Ft: 1915

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Storms/Screens, End Unit
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Number of Cars: 1
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 498
  • Association Amenities: Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Security Door Lock(s), Laundry, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Cortland Properties
  • Management Contact Name: Bill Samatas
  • Management Phone: 708-452-4242
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 25

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1674.21
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 23

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2023
Closed on
Feb 7, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Laurie Christofano
RE/MAX In The Village
Buyer's Agent
Susan Ponzio - Pappas
Compass
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-5.77%
Views
103
Current Estimated Value
$341,854

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,854
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.08%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2021
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 1993
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in River Forest, IL

  • Earle Atwater Real Estate Agent - Southport Realty Group, LLC

    Earle Atwater

    Southport Realty Group, LLC

    (708) 726-9755

    12 Total Sales

    1 in River Forest

    $870,000 Price

    Earle Atwater
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  • Larissa Brodsky Real Estate Agent - Compass

    Larissa Brodsky

    Compass

    (877) 750-2096

    73 Total Sales

    1 in River Forest

    $1,365,000 Price

    Larissa Brodsky
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  • Steve Nasralla Real Estate Agent - Compass

    Steve Nasralla

    Responds Quickly

    Compass

    (708) 905-4974

    196 Total Sales

    4 in River Forest

    $385K - $650K Price Range

    Steve Nasralla
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  • Ruben Camacho Real Estate Agent - Kale Realty

    Ruben Camacho

    Kale Realty

    (844) 770-1569

    115 Total Sales

    1 in River Forest

    $1,000,000 Price

    Ruben Camacho
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  • Jaeh Korwitts Real Estate Agent - Compass

    Jaeh Korwitts

    Compass

    (630) 756-5654

    101 Total Sales

    1 in River Forest

    $210,000 Price

    Jaeh Korwitts
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  • Allan McLeod-Smith Real Estate Agent - Smith and Jones Realty, LLC

    Allan McLeod-Smith

    Smith and Jones Realty, LLC

    (708) 809-2314

    62 Total Sales

    1 in River Forest

    $611,000 Price

    Allan McLeod-Smith
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$245,000 None Listed On Document
-- Accommodation
-- --
$214,000 --
$106,666 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/13/2023 02/13/23 Sold $245,000 -5.8% $128 / Sq Ft
01/13/2023 01/13/23 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2023 01/06/23 For Sale $260,000 -- $136 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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 $5,308 $25,358 $1,068 $24,290
2024 $5,308 $25,358 $1,068 $24,290
2023 $1,785 $25,358 $1,068 $24,290
2022 $1,785 $22,075 $934 $21,141
2021 $1,674 $22,074 $934 $21,140
2020 $1,524 $22,074 $934 $21,140
2019 $1,721 $17,427 $845 $16,582
2018 $1,632 $17,427 $845 $16,582
2017 $1,598 $17,427 $845 $16,582
2016 $2,544 $13,006 $711 $12,295
2015 $2,625 $13,006 $711 $12,295
2014 $2,354 $13,006 $711 $12,295
2013 $2,349 $16,432 $711 $15,721
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kyra Pych Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Kyra Pych

    RE/MAX

    (708) 648-0451

    91 Total Sales

    Kyra Pych
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11696247

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-103-080-1004

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

1535 Forest Ave Unit 204, River Forest, IL

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