503 Keystone Ave River Forest, IL 60305
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,126
Sq Ft
8,146
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- 3-minute walk to River Forest Station
- Center Hall Plan
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3-minute walk to Keystone Park East
About This Home
As of April 2025This extraordinary home offers a fine blend of classic charm, luxurious amenities and impeccable attention to detail, making it a true standout. Professionally landscaped, extra wide corner lot, included rebuilding the front terrace, which welcomes you to the home. Inside, you are immediately treated to walnut herringbone floors in the foyer, living room, and dining room adding an air of timeless elegance. Mark Menna created the custom wall of built-ins surrounding the LR Fireplace, highlighting the Ann Sacks tile surround. This sets a warm and sophisticated tone. Both the LR & DR have french doors that open to the front terrace, a wonderful feature for summertime entertaining. The custom kitchen, designed by Jean Stoffer, is a chef's dream with high-end appliances, including a 48" Wolf with double ovens, Subzero refrigerator and honed quartz countertops. The extra large island is great for prep with it's 2nd sink and seating allowing your guests and family alike to enjoy a casual meal. The kitchen and breakfast area have serene views of the backyard. French doors in the breakfast room provide access to the impressive outdoor space, featuring a Trex deck entry porch and access to this impressive outdoor space with multiple areas for seating and outdoor cooking. The mature landscaping and lighting that surrounds this area gives off an enchanting vibe. Back inside the family room, enjoy a gas fireplace and custom built-in bookshelves. Through a glass pocket door you enter the mudroom, which is conveniently located just steps from the garage. An updated 1/2 bath and 4th bedroom, with hip sputnik light fixtures, is currently used as an office. Upstairs, the unusual bookcase wall wrapping the stairs invites you to sit and enjoy a book in the reading nook. The primary bedroom is a zen retreat with beautiful views and a luxurious bath with Calcutta marble countertop and tile. Two additional bedrooms with ample closet space share the updated hall bath. During their tenure the sellers finished the basement which now features a large TV room with built-in cabinets and shelves, a game room complete with Uline wine refrigerator and Uline beverage refrigerator. Cute laundry room also has ample storage and there is a utility room with additional storage. The list of improvements is extensive and includes, a full roof replacement and insulation (2015) flat roof and gutters (2022) new chimney (2020) New central air (2024) Garage was new in (2004) and has ample storage and 4 skylights too! Located on the street of dreams, this home is a very short walk to the METRA, parks, blue ribbon schools and shopping. Don't miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind property! *Please exclude the DR light fixture* *sellers have never used the LR FP*
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475109657
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,394
Year Built
- Built in 1898
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 123 x 125
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 3,126 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Center Hall Plan
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Game Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
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
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 17, 2025
Sold by
David A Krupp Estate Trust and Beth Ann Cafaro Estate Trust
Bought by
Julian Alexandria Irondina and Julian Michael Lucius
Seller's Agent
Greer Haseman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Parker
Compass
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,410,000
Premium/Discount to List
$110,000
8.46%
Total Days on Market
3
Views
58
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-84.34%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2021
Sold by
Krupp David and Cafaro Beth Ann
Bought by
Krupp David A and Cafaro Beth Ann
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 3, 2009
Sold by
Kozak Russell and Kozak Lauren
Bought by
Krupp David and Cafaro Beth Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
5.07%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 23, 2002
Sold by
Svenson Judith M
Bought by
Kozak Russell and Kozak Lauren
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$444,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 2000
Sold by
Mccracken Alice Ursula
Bought by
Mccracken Alice Ursula
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,410,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $935,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $248,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $406,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $678,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $678,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $444,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Sold | $1,410,000 | +8.5% | $451 / Sq Ft |
| 02/16/2025 02/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $1,300,000 | -- | $416 / Sq Ft |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,754 | $83,001 | $10,563 | $72,438 |
| 2023 | $17,754 | $83,001 | $10,563 | $72,438 |
| 2022 | $17,754 | $58,400 | $9,141 | $49,259 |
| 2021 | $17,126 | $58,399 | $9,140 | $49,259 |
| 2020 | $16,803 | $58,399 | $9,140 | $49,259 |
| 2019 | $19,493 | $66,222 | $8,328 | $57,894 |
| 2018 | $18,952 | $67,922 | $8,328 | $59,594 |
| 2017 | $18,901 | $67,922 | $8,328 | $59,594 |
| 2016 | $16,270 | $53,073 | $6,906 | $46,167 |
| 2015 | $15,944 | $53,073 | $6,906 | $46,167 |
| 2014 | $16,896 | $60,935 | $6,906 | $54,029 |
| 2013 | $16,721 | $61,892 | $6,906 | $54,986 |
Source: Public Records
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12289673
APN: 15-12-107-022-0000
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