Seller's Agent in 2025
Kara Keller
Baird & Warner
(708) 705-5272
27 in this area
187 Total Sales
319 Gale Ave River Forest, IL 60305
4
Beds
4
Baths
4,181
Sq Ft
0.32
Acres
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- 4-minute walk to River Forest Station
- Wood Flooring
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- 5-minute walk to Keystone Park East
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome Home! Relax on your welcoming front porch and enjoy the beauty of this tree-lined street. This gorgeous, updated brick bungalow features 4-5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and sunlit hardwood floors throughout, all nestled on an extra-large 75 x 190 lot! Full of character and warmth, 319 has been lovingly maintained with thoughtful updates: Windows and Bathrooms (2013), Kitchen (2014), front Porch (2015), and Roof (2018). Spacious, finished, dry basement with sump pump and backup battery and updated water line (no more lead!). The 300 block of Gale is known for its tight-knit community, fostering fun and connections at the block party, turkey trot, loaning library stand, and more. Prime walkable location near: Award-winning schools (Lincoln Elementary & Roosevelt Middle); Metra station; Keystone Park (paddle & pickleball courts, sledding hill, and park district). Shops and restaurants in Oak Park & Forest Park - less than 1 mile away!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,890
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 0.32 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75 x 190
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,181 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Play Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- No Tub in Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Two Heating Systems
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 200+ Amp Service
- 100 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2014
Closed on
Aug 14, 2014
Sold by
National Residential Nominee Services In
Bought by
Logan David and Logan Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Lea Smirniotis
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kris Sagan
RE/MAX In The Village
List Price
$770,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-5.84%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.41%
Original Mortgage
$543,750
Outstanding Balance
$404,109
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$645,277
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2014
Closed on
Aug 7, 2014
Sold by
Ward Brandon R and Ward Margaret H
Bought by
National Residential Nominee Services In
Seller's Agent
Lea Smirniotis
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kris Sagan
RE/MAX In The Village
List Price
$770,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-5.84%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$543,750
Outstanding Balance
$404,109
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$645,277
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 2006
Sold by
Beaudoin Gordon J and Beaudoin Irene
Bought by
Ward Brandon R and Ward Margaret H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$523,200
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $725,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $725,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $655,000 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $543,750 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $668,700 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $146,800 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $523,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | Sold | $1,100,000 | +4.8% | $263 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | For Sale | $1,050,000 | +44.8% | $251 / Sq Ft |
| 09/03/2014 09/03/14 | Sold | $725,000 | -2.7% | $256 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2014 08/01/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/24/2014 07/24/14 | Price Changed | $745,000 | -1.8% | $263 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2014 07/18/14 | Price Changed | $759,000 | -1.4% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 07/08/2014 07/08/14 | For Sale | $770,000 | -- | $272 / 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 | $16,890 | $63,980 | $15,158 | $48,822 |
| 2023 | $15,213 | $75,595 | $15,158 | $60,437 |
| 2022 | $15,213 | $53,268 | $13,043 | $40,225 |
| 2021 | $15,530 | $53,267 | $13,042 | $40,225 |
| 2020 | $15,244 | $53,267 | $13,042 | $40,225 |
| 2019 | $17,552 | $59,970 | $11,985 | $47,985 |
| 2018 | $17,691 | $63,631 | $11,985 | $51,646 |
| 2017 | $17,645 | $63,631 | $11,985 | $51,646 |
| 2016 | $15,087 | $49,395 | $9,870 | $39,525 |
| 2015 | $15,610 | $49,395 | $9,870 | $39,525 |
| 2014 | $14,880 | $53,971 | $9,870 | $44,101 |
| 2013 | $12,689 | $47,602 | $9,870 | $37,732 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kara Keller
-
Monica Dalton
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Monica Dalton
Compass
(773) 263-6030
9 in this area
144 Total Sales
-
Lea Smirniotis
Seller's Agent in 2014
Lea Smirniotis
@ Properties
(773) 562-0575
96 Total Sales
-
Kris Sagan
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Kris Sagan
RE/MAX
(708) 359-1632
2 in this area
52 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12168962
APN: 15-12-300-010-0000
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