$549,900

37 Forest Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated payment $4,285/month

Total Views 5
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,050 Sq Ft
$268 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • End Unit
  • Soaking Tub
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • 3-minute walk to Washington Square Park

About This Home

Located in the sought-after Lincoln Elementary School Boundaries, this all-brick townhouse in the River Forest Collection. Just a short walk to the Metra, Green Line, and the shops and restaurants along Madison Street, the home combines convenience with style. Built a handful of years ago, the residence features flat modern Italian cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a quartz island kitchen that opens to separate living and dining areas with access to a large balcony-perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining. The luxe primary suite boasts a massive walk-in closet and spa-like bath with double quartz vanity and oversized shower. A spacious second bedroom includes its own walk-in closet and en-suite bath. There is a third bedroom on the main level. Additional highlights include full-size LG stacked laundry on the bedroom level, a versatile main-level bedroom with a full bath that can serve as an office or family room, and an attached heated two-car garage.

Listing Agent

Brian Behan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475175921 Listed on: 09/22/2025

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,235

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 20x40
  • End Unit

HOA Fees

  • $195 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal
  • 29 Units
  • Bill Planek Association, Phone Number (708) 622-9246
  • Property managed by MASTERCARE MGMT

Amenities

  • Common Area

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,235

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$195 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories,Townhouse-TriLevel
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories,Townhouse-TriLevel
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Age: 1-5 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 2050
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Deck, Walk In Closet
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2050
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2209
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 2050
  • Total Sq Ft: 2050
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 819
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 819
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 412
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 549900
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level, Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 195
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Developer Controls
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: MASTERCARE MGMT
  • Management Contact Name: BILL PLANEK
  • Management Phone: 708-622-9246

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 90

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 20x40
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14235.25
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 29

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $14,235 $52,000 $912 $51,088
2023 $15,084 $52,000 $912 $51,088
2022 $15,084 $50,130 $784 $49,346
2021 $14,554 $50,130 $784 $49,346
2020 $14,290 $50,130 $784 $49,346
2019 $3,472 $11,183 $720 $10,463
2018 $1,749 $5,951 $720 $5,231
2017 $211 $720 $720 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/06/2023 10/06/23 Sold $495,000 -1.0% $196 / Sq Ft
09/13/2023 09/13/23 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2023 09/11/23 For Sale $500,000 0.0% $198 / Sq Ft
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Rented -- -- --
09/22/2021 09/22/21 Under Contract -- -- --
07/16/2021 07/16/21 For Rent $3,750 +4.2% --
08/15/2020 08/15/20 Rented $3,599 0.0% --
07/21/2020 07/21/20 Under Contract -- -- --
07/14/2020 07/14/20 For Rent $3,599 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $495,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $470,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $4,000,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12463215

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-313-057-0000