2571 Forest View Ave River Grove, IL 60171
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,547
Sq Ft
1954
Built
Highlights
- Breakfast Bar
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Family Room
- Laundry Room
- Dining Room
About This Home
As of July 2025Remarkable renovation opportunity for this two story 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 2500 sf + single family home. It features a rarely found 2.5 car attached garage. It is located on one of River Grove's prime residential streets. The 49' x 218' park like lot has space for a multitude of outdoor activities. The first floor features an expansive living room with a fireplace and dining room. The cabinet kitchen is adjacent to a spacious eating area. There is a full hallway bathroom leading to a generous sized family room with a wet bar and pleasant yard views. A first floor primary bedroom provides abundant space options. There is also an additional half bath and washer/dryer connections if desired. The second floor features an additional primary suite option, a full bathroom and two more spacious bedrooms. The full unfinished basement includes overhead sewers and a full french drain system. There are newer replacement windows and copper plumbing updates. While there are cosmetic updates needed, if you want space and potential, this is the one!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Weichert, Realtors - All Pro License #471003303 Listed on: 06/12/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,893
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 49x218
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,547 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Partial Basement
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
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- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Schools
- River Grove Elementary School
- East Leyden High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 2017
Sold by
Ahmad Zeyad
Bought by
Porzelt Stephan and Porzelt Lindsey C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,000
Outstanding Balance
$176,078
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$285,158
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 24, 2016
Closed on
Nov 22, 2016
Sold by
Tarpey Mary Patricia
Bought by
Tarab Ahmad Zeyad and Tarab Ahmad
Seller's Agent
Lynn Bjorvik
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Baha Joudeh
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$251,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,000
-6.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.27%
Original Mortgage
$226,710
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 5, 1998
Sold by
Tarpey William M and Tarpey Mary E
Bought by
Dec Tarpey Mary Elizabeth and Mary Elizabeth Tarpey Self Declaration T
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $260,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | $252,000 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $208,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $226,710 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Sold | $380,000 | +8.6% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | For Sale | $349,900 | +38.9% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2016 11/22/16 | Sold | $251,900 | -3.1% | $99 / Sq Ft |
| 08/18/2016 08/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/05/2016 08/05/16 | Price Changed | $259,900 | -3.7% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2016 06/24/16 | For Sale | $269,900 | -- | $106 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,965 | $37,000 | $11,445 | $25,555 |
| 2023 | $11,730 | $37,000 | $11,445 | $25,555 |
| 2022 | $11,730 | $37,000 | $11,445 | $25,555 |
| 2021 | $9,296 | $24,723 | $8,175 | $16,548 |
| 2020 | $8,831 | $24,723 | $8,175 | $16,548 |
| 2019 | $8,778 | $27,999 | $8,175 | $19,824 |
| 2018 | $9,018 | $26,000 | $7,085 | $18,915 |
| 2017 | $10,535 | $30,740 | $7,085 | $23,655 |
| 2016 | $8,573 | $30,740 | $7,085 | $23,655 |
| 2015 | $8,498 | $26,269 | $6,267 | $20,002 |
| 2014 | $7,007 | $26,269 | $6,267 | $20,002 |
| 2013 | $6,692 | $26,269 | $6,267 | $20,002 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
George Ristau
Seller's Agent in 2025
George Ristau
Weichert, Realtors - All Pro
(708) 205-3868
6 in this area
200 Total Sales
-
Frank Scaletta
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Frank Scaletta
xr realty
(708) 218-3787
7 in this area
201 Total Sales
-
Lynn Bjorvik
Seller's Agent in 2016
Lynn Bjorvik
Coldwell Banker Realty
(708) 878-0289
55 in this area
143 Total Sales
-
Baha Joudeh
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Baha Joudeh
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc
(708) 677-4401
218 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12381680
APN: 12-26-329-003-0000
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