NOT LISTED FOR SALE

345 Forest Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $970,000 - $1,219,000

6 Beds
3 Baths
3,581 Sq Ft
$320/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 23, 2013

Last sale price $774,500 $216 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,967/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Washington Commons Park

About This Home

As of August 2013

Charming, spacious & updated Victorian on beautiful double lot! Wrap-around porch welcomes you into sunny foyer w/inlay floors. Large rooms w/good flow for entertainment on 1st plus BR or office. BIG kitchen w/eating island & plenty of space for table or couch & TV. Large deck off Mudroom & KIT. 2nd floor has 3 BR & large flex space. MBR has BA & deck. 3rd floor is adorable w/2 BR & full BA. Walk to Metra, schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Greer Haseman

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475109657 Listed on: 08/15/2013

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Jolyn Crawford

Exit Strategy Realty License #475093144

Exit Strategy Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,909

Year Built

  • 1896

Lot Details

  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,909

Year Built

1896

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Style Of House: Victorian
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1896
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1896

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 2nd Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X24, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Security System, Intercom, Ceiling Fan, Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Power Generator
  • Fireplace Details: Decorative Only
  • Attic: Finished, Full, Interior Stair
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 6
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 6
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X23, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X19, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, 6th Bedroom, Foyer, Mud Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 14X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 12X19, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: 6th Bdrm, Dimensions: 12X15, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 7X12, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Mud, Dimensions: 9X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 18X12, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3581
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 15X25, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Porch
  • Acreage: 0.1901

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Hot Water/Steam

Schools

  • School District: 200
  • Elementary School: LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: ROOSEVELT SCHOOL
  • High School: OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCH
  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 120 X 134
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15123020030000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 21421.43

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 15, 2013
Closed on
Aug 23, 2013
Sold by
Roeser Deborah K
Bought by
Flynn Derek
Seller's Agent
Greer Haseman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jolyn Crawford
Exit Strategy Realty
List Price
$779,000
Sold Price
$774,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,500
-0.58%
Current Estimated Value
$1,145,942

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$371,442
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.27%
Original Mortgage
$585,500
Outstanding Balance
$435,415
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$710,527

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2009
Sold by
Roeser John C and Roeser Deborah K
Bought by
Roeser Deborah K and The Deborah K Roeser Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
5.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2009
Sold by
Roeser Deborah K
Bought by
Roeser John C and Roeser Deborah K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
5.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2008
Sold by
Roeser John C and Roeser Deborah K
Bought by
Roeser Deborah K and Deborah K Roeser Revocable Trust
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Flynn Derek $774,500 Cti
Roeser Deborah K -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Roeser John C -- Multiple
Roeser Deborah K -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Flynn Derek $585,500
Previous Owner Roeser John C $225,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/23/2013 08/23/13 Sold $774,500 -0.6% $216 / Sq Ft
08/15/2013 08/15/13 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2013 08/15/13 For Sale $779,000 -- $218 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $22,909 $87,000 $8,901 $78,099
2023 $20,495 $87,000 $8,901 $78,099
2022 $20,495 $66,888 $7,659 $59,229
2021 $19,766 $66,888 $7,659 $59,229
2020 $19,383 $66,888 $7,659 $59,229
2019 $20,435 $69,256 $7,038 $62,218
2018 $19,344 $69,256 $7,038 $62,218
2017 $19,292 $69,256 $7,038 $62,218
2016 $22,405 $72,144 $5,796 $66,348
2015 $21,971 $72,144 $5,796 $66,348
2014 $20,141 $72,144 $5,796 $66,348
2013 $19,540 $71,883 $5,796 $66,087
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Greer Haseman

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Greer Haseman

    @ Properties

    (708) 606-8896

    18 in this area

    133 Total Sales

    Greer Haseman
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  • Jolyn Crawford

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Jolyn Crawford

    Exit Strategy Realty

    (708) 860-2510

    3 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Jolyn Crawford
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08421638

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-302-003-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

345 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL

This home is located at 345 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 since 15 August 2013 and is currently estimated at $1,145,942, approximately $320 per square foot. This property was built in 1896. 345 Forest Ave is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School.

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