Seller's Agent in 2025
Rosa Pitassi
Compass
(708) 807-9888
1 in this area
51 Total Sales
531 Thatcher Ave River Forest, IL 60305
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,982
Sq Ft
9,540
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- 4-minute walk to River Forest Station
- Recreation Room
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2025Beautiful sun-filled home sits on a 230-foot-deep lot. This rarely available, meticulously rebuilt property includes all NEW INFRASTRUCTURE! Bright sunny kitchen with center island leads to breakfast area, family room, and a large 13X11 enclosed screened deck and 9X9 unscreened porch overlooking the yard. The spacious primary suite boasts an elegant full bath, including a separate walk-in shower, soaking tub, and double vanity! Enjoy morning coffee on your 10X9 outdoor deck with expansive tree-top views! Two other 2nd-floor B/R's also offer a large 16X10 shared outdoor deck! Convenient 2nd floor laundry. Generous sunlit 3rd floor with two added bedrooms and a quant sitting area perfect for homework or home office space. Semi-finished basement is bright with above-grade windows for added living space including a large rec room, bonus room, half bath, and storage! Finishes chosen by Designer, Sanem D'Angelo with Studio Sanem. Side drive to new 3 car garage! All new Anderson windows. Generac generator adds peace of mind! 3 heat sources! A boiler and 2 gas-forced air furnaces provide redundant heat! Blown-in spray foam insulation, 5/8" drywall, all new headers, and 4 steal I-beams! A short commute to Downtown Chicago, and O'Hare Airport! Close to Metra, schools, library, and Thatcher Woods.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,804
Year Built
- Built in 1924 | Remodeled in 2024
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x230
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,982 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Power Generator
- Lake Michigan Water
- Multiple Water Heaters
- Gas Water Heater
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 3, 2024
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Cozza Frank and Cozza Ann
Bought by
Lynum Alton and Wessel Teryn
Seller's Agent
Rosa Pitassi
Compass
Buyer's Agent
DeVon Chandler
Real Broker LLC
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$170,000
-12.19%
Views
383
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$477,667
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-51.18%
Original Mortgage
$775,000
Outstanding Balance
$768,268
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$37,268
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 2020
Sold by
Lawinger Dorothy V
Bought by
Cozza Frank
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,225,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $300,000 | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $775,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | Sold | $1,225,000 | -7.5% | $308 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | Price Changed | $1,325,000 | -5.0% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 01/27/2025 01/27/25 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | 0.0% | $350 / Sq Ft |
| 01/20/2025 01/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/03/2024 10/03/24 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -- | $350 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $641 | $2,340 | $2,340 | -- |
| 2024 | $641 | $2,340 | $2,340 | -- |
| 2023 | $283 | $2,340 | $2,340 | -- |
| 2022 | $283 | $878 | $878 | $0 |
| 2021 | $273 | $877 | $877 | $0 |
| 2020 | $267 | $877 | $877 | $0 |
| 2019 | $242 | $780 | $780 | $0 |
| 2018 | $229 | $780 | $780 | $0 |
| 2017 | $228 | $780 | $780 | $0 |
| 2016 | $204 | $633 | $633 | $0 |
| 2015 | $200 | $633 | $633 | $0 |
| 2014 | $183 | $633 | $633 | $0 |
| 2013 | $179 | $633 | $633 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rosa Pitassi
-
DeVon Chandler
Buyer's Agent in 2025
DeVon Chandler
Real Broker LLC
(708) 527-6336
1 in this area
68 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12161437
APN: 15-11-209-018-0000
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