Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(833) 418-3024
139 Total Sales
70 in River Forest
$115K - $2M Price Range
240 Forest Ave River Forest, IL 60305
River Forest Area
7
Beds
4
Baths
--
Sq Ft
1909
Built
Highlights
- Victorian Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
- Fenced Yard
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Sitting Room
- 4-minute walk to Washington Commons Park
About This Home
As of January 2025Charming and spacious Victorian 2-flat on an expansive double lot in a quiet cul-de-sac street. This magnificent property is located on a corner lot and features high ceilings and charming bay windows bringing in incredible natural light along with beautiful original woodwork throughout. The first floor offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and the potential to duplex down to the unfinished basement. It also includes a lovely enclosed rear porch. The top-floor duplex boasts 5 bedrooms, an office, and 2 baths, with each unit offering separate living and dining rooms. Both kitchens include stainless steel appliances, complemented by stunning maple hardwood floors. Additional features include central heat/air, two laundry sets in the basement for convenience, a 2-car garage plus an extra parking pad, and a lovely side lot with endless possibilities. Some updates could be done to truly add massive value to this property, making it perfect for an investor, owner-occupant, or a single-family conversion. PRIME LOCATION- close to parks, schools, Metra, and downtown. A rare opportunity with incredible potential!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass License #475149215 Listed on: 11/12/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475166467
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,172
Year Built
- Built in 1909
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Sitting Room
- Library
- Sun or Florida Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Potential Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 134x63x133x62
- Fenced Yard
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- 2 Units
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 12, 2024
Closed on
Jan 27, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Melanie Giglio-Vakos
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Amber Kardosh
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Views
1
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$591,237
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 4, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in River Forest, IL
-
Brian Behan
-
Edward Gunther
Edward Gunther
Keller Williams North Shore West
(224) 287-9194
24 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$100,000 Price
-
Helen Paredes
Helen Paredes
@properties Christies International Real Estate
(877) 801-0624
48 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$245,000 Price
-
Rafay Qamar
Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,068 Total Sales
3 in River Forest
$103K - $260K Price Range
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Lisa Magidson
Lisa Magidson
North Clybourn Group, Inc.
(888) 367-2916
143 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$365,000 Price
-
Yevhen Hurtovyi
Yevhen Hurtovyi
Realta Real Estate
(773) 570-9695
232 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$92,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $750,000 | First American Title | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $600,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/31/2025 01/31/25 | Sold | $750,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/20/2024 11/20/24 | For Sale | $750,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/19/2024 11/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
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 | $1,202 | $25,040 | ||
| 2024 | $1,202 | $25,040 | ||
| 2022 | $1,098 | $17,570 | $4,380 | $13,190 |
| 2021 | $988 | $17,570 | $4,380 | $13,190 |
| 2020 | $988 | $17,570 | $4,380 | $13,190 |
| 2019 | $909 | $19,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $782 | $16,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $782 | $16,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $782 | $16,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $767 | $16,360 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $900 | $16,160 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $900 | $16,160 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Melanie Giglio-Vakos
Seller's Agent in 2025
Melanie Giglio-Vakos
Compass
(312) 953-4998
577 Total Sales
-
Amber Kardosh
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Amber Kardosh
@ Properties
(773) 726-2070
181 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12206002
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