NOT LISTED FOR SALE

344 Keystone Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,591,640 - $1,894,000

6 Beds
3 Baths
4,796 Sq Ft
$356/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 3, 2019

Last sale price $1,035,000 $216 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,884 / mo

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near park
  • 3-minute walk to Keystone Park East

About This Home

As of May 2019

The jewel of River Forest stands alone in its iconic architecture & historical significance. This alluring 3-story brick home with wrap-around porch sits impressively on sprawling 162 x 188 manicured lawn. Built in 1883, this Italianate Villa has been lovingly updated and meticulously preserved. First fl. boasts new HW floors, original pocket doors, 2 WBFPs & high ceilings. Second fl. features 3 generous bedrooms, flexible open landing, office & craft room. Complete 3rd fl. rehab in 2017 includes new ceilings, walls, electric, carpet, paint & light fixtures. This enticing level offers 3 BRs, abundant open space for rec area, game rm, sitting rm, stairs to tower, & sizable rm plumbed for 3rd fl. bath. Designer guest house introduces modern getaway just steps from main house. Relax or entertain in style in the massive great rm featuring dramatic chandeliers and natural stone FP. High-end kitchen w/SS appliances & granite counters, luxurious full bath & 2nd laundry. Walk to Metra & parks.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kirstin Gloor

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475144911 Listed on: 01/28/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Shea Kiessling

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475158907

Last Buyer's Agent

Linda Cole

Taylor-Cole Realty LLC License #471015878

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,729

Year Built

  • Built in 1883

Lot Details

  • 24,041 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 162 x 188
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Side Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4,796 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Sitting Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Sewing Room

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Cellar

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Partial Air Conditioning Available
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Property is near park

Community Details

  • Tennis Courts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,729

Year Built

Built in 1883

Lot Details

0.55 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 4796
  • Room Type: Foyer, Bedroom 5, Office, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Game Room, Sewing Room, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet, Sitting Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 4796
  • Basement Description: Cellar
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
  • Square Footage Comments: Professionally measured. Guest House offers an additional 1290 square feet of living space.
  • Total Sq Ft: 4796
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Other

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Patio, Porch
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • OtherStructures: Guest House
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Driveway: Side Drive
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Partial, Space Pac
  • Heating: Steam, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: Multiple Locations, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5519
  • Lot Dimensions: 162 X 188
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 30728.67
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,903,258

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2019
Closed on
May 1, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kirstin Gloor
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Linda Cole
Taylor-Cole Realty LLC
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,035,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$260,000
-20.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.19%
Original Mortgage
$931,500
Interest Rate
0.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 1993
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 1993
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
$1,035,000 Prairie Title
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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $931,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/03/2019 05/03/19 Sold $1,035,000 -20.1% $216 / Sq Ft
02/19/2019 02/19/19 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2019 02/08/19 For Sale $1,295,000 0.0% $270 / Sq Ft
01/30/2019 01/30/19 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2019 01/28/19 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $270 / 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 $43,253 $158,000 $25,842 $132,158
2024 $43,253 $158,000 $25,842 $132,158
2023 $33,423 $158,000 $25,842 $132,158
2022 $33,423 $110,409 $22,236 $88,173
2021 $32,187 $103,500 $22,236 $81,264
2020 $31,451 $103,500 $22,236 $81,264
2019 $30,970 $105,936 $20,433 $85,503
2018 $29,316 $105,936 $20,433 $85,503
2017 $29,243 $105,936 $20,433 $85,503
2016 $25,771 $84,390 $16,827 $67,563
2015 $24,156 $84,390 $16,827 $67,563
2014 $20,685 $75,860 $16,827 $59,033
2013 $19,678 $74,249 $16,827 $57,422
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Kirstin Gloor

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Shea Kiessling

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Shea Kiessling

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    (708) 710-5952

    36 Total Sales

    Shea Kiessling
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Linda Cole

    Taylor-Cole Realty LLC

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  • James D'Astice

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    James D'Astice

    Compass

    (773) 425-0706

    445 Total Sales

    James D'Astice
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 10258561

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-300-015-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

344 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL

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