NOT LISTED FOR SALE

37 Forest Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $539,000 - $552,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,050 Sq Ft
$266/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 07, 2025

Last sale price $540,000 $263 Per Sq Ft

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • End Unit
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • 3-minute walk to Washington Square Park

About This Home

As of November 2025

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Behan

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

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Eddie Aloisio

Fulton Grace Realty License #475187368

Fulton Grace Realty

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 Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • 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
  • Laundry on upper level
  • 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
  • Humidifier
  • 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
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • 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
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 2050
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • 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, Yes, 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

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2025
Closed on
Oct 27, 2025
Sold by
Harper Geoffrey and Harper Andrea
Bought by
Mott Emily Rose and Hajek Joseph
Seller's Agent
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Eddie Aloisio
Fulton Grace Realty
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-1.8%
Views
32

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.10%
Original Mortgage
$459,000
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2023
Closed on
Sep 27, 2023
Sold by
7820 Madison Llc
Bought by
Harper Geoffrey and Harper Andrea
Seller's Agent
Mario Greco
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Becky Sexson
Baird & Warner
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1%
Views
75

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.25%
Original Mortgage
$470,250
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mott Emily Rose $540,000 Proper Title
Harper Geoffrey $495,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mott Emily Rose $459,000
Previous Owner Harper Geoffrey $470,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/07/2025 11/07/25 Sold $540,000 -1.8% $263 / Sq Ft
09/29/2025 09/29/25 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2025 09/22/25 For Sale $549,900 +11.1% $268 / Sq Ft
10/06/2023 10/06/23 Sold $495,000 -1.0% $196 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
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)

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
2025 $14,235 $52,000 $912 $51,088
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

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12463215

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-313-057-0000