$710,000
OPEN SUN 12PM - 2PM

514 William St River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated payment $4,554/month

Total Views 1,061
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,908 Sq Ft
$372 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

Imagine being in the heart of River Forest within walking distance to schools, parks, the library, River Forest Town Square and downtown Oak Park! This well maintained home has a great layout and is ready for your decorating ideas. Enter thru the foyer with a walk-in closet into the bright open concept living and dining room perfect for entertaining. A wood burning fireplace and built-in book shelves add charm to the living room. The kitchen is adjacent to the dining area and has room for an island or table. A small pantry and half bath are also nearby. A bright den/family room is off the dining area with a beamed ceiling. Walk thru the den to a mosquito free screened in porch. It's a nice spot to relax and enjoy the big fenced in backyard with plenty of grass and room to garden. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, plus a heated tandem and a full bath with original vintage tile. The primary bedroom has lots of windows and a walk-in cedar closet. There is also a walk up unfinished attic potential for future living space. Last but not least, is the large walk-out basement with areas for play, hobbies, or office. Solid home. Selling strictly "As-Is". Come see it today !

Listing Agent

Margaret Bidinger

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475132315 Listed on: 04/06/2026

Coldwell Banker Realty

Open House Schedule

  • Sunday, April 12, 2026
    12:00 to 2:00 pm
    4/12/2026 12:00:00 PM +00:00
    4/12/2026 2:00:00 PM +00:00

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,755

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x177
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,908 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Play Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Tandem Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Chute

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Schools

  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,755

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Dining Combo, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 1908
  • Room Type: Attic, Bonus Room, Den, Play Room, Screened Porch, Storage, Tandem Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Chute
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50x177
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8755
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

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Home Values in the Area

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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 $14,518 $59,000 $11,570 $47,430
2024 $14,518 $59,000 $11,570 $47,430
2023 $16,556 $59,000 $11,570 $47,430
2022 $16,556 $57,428 $10,013 $47,415
2021 $9,666 $57,426 $10,012 $47,414
2020 $8,798 $57,426 $10,012 $47,414
2019 $9,936 $48,886 $9,122 $39,764
2018 $9,423 $48,886 $9,122 $39,764
2017 $9,225 $48,886 $9,122 $39,764
2016 $11,399 $39,715 $7,565 $32,150
2015 $11,733 $41,623 $7,565 $34,058
2014 $11,130 $42,852 $7,565 $35,287
2013 $11,070 $43,741 $7,565 $36,176
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/06/2026 04/06/26 For Sale $710,000 -- $372 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12608343

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-214-027-0000

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