NOT LISTED FOR SALE

540 Keystone Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $978,918 - $1,267,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,100 Sq Ft
$376/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 09, 2020

Last sale price $902,500 $291 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,699/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Keystone Park East

About This Home

As of April 2020

Delivering incredible space and location, this sunlit home sits on one of the prettiest blocks in River Forest. Offering a walk to train, schools and park location along with easy access to the expressway and both airports, this picturesque home features spacious rooms, charming details and high-end amenities throughout. Double-entry hall, hardwood floors, natural woodwork, pocket doors, leaded glass windows, and dual staircases add to its character. The first floor offers an impressive foyer with decorative fireplace, grand living room, inviting sunroom, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with SS appliances & 9-foot granite breakfast bar and adjoining family room. The second floor hosts 4 bedrooms, including a master ensuite featuring oversized shower and dual vanities, and an updated hall bath. The 3rd floor retreat, with its zen-like appeal, makes for a great teen space, office or additional family room. It also offers a 5th bedroom and full bath. Find more hangout space in the finished basement. The charming covered porches, sweeping front lawn, fenced yard and 3 car garage make this home perfect for the most discriminating buyer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kirstin Gloor

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475144911 Listed on: 01/27/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Shea Kiessling

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475158907

Last Buyer's Agent

Angie schneider

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475131001

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1890

Lot Details

  • 9,191

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bedroom Suite
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Location

  • Property is near bus stop

Utilities

  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Zoned Heating
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • $4,000 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Total Sq Ft: 4330
  • Style Of House: Victorian
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1890
  • Total Sq Ft: 4330
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 13
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Finished
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 5
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 13X13, On Level: Basement
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Recreation Room, Suite, Exercise Room, 5th Bedroom, Sun/Florida Room, Game Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16X16, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 25X23, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Suite, Dimensions: 21X18, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12X8, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Exercise Rm, Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: Basement
  • Additional Room 6 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Curtains/Drapes
  • Additional Room 7 Name: Sunroom, Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 8 Name: Game Rm, Dimensions: 25X23, On Level: Basement
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3100
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 4330
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 1230
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 3100
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 16X16, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Space Pac
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Hot Water/Steam, Radiators, Zoned

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40X246
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15121060110000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 20578.37

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 27, 2020
Closed on
Apr 9, 2020
Sold by
Ashe Anthony R and Manning Ashe Nichole
Bought by
Bruffey Michael and Martin Shannon
Seller's Agent
Kirstin Gloor
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Angie schneider
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$929,000
Sold Price
$902,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,500
-2.85%
Current Estimated Value
$1,165,980

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$263,480
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.57%
Original Mortgage
$812,250
Outstanding Balance
$719,721
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$446,259

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2013
Closed on
Jun 17, 2013
Sold by
Tomaino Ann C
Bought by
Ashe Anthony R
Seller's Agent
Andrew Gagliardo
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kirstin Gloor
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$889,800
Sold Price
$847,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$42,300
-4.75%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.93%
Original Mortgage
$678,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2004
Sold by
Advani Suresh T and Advani Sharon L
Bought by
Tomaino Joseph C and Tomaino Ann C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 1999
Sold by
Winslow Bruce E and Winslow Janet D
Bought by
Advani Suresh T and Advani Sharon L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$362,400
Interest Rate
7.35%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bruffey Michael $902,500 Chicago Title
Ashe Anthony R $847,500 First American Title Insuran
Tomaino Joseph C $745,000 Cti
Advani Suresh T $453,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bruffey Michael $812,250
Previous Owner Ashe Anthony R $678,000
Previous Owner Tomaino Joseph C $240,000
Previous Owner Advani Suresh T $362,400
Closed Tomaino Joseph C $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/09/2020 04/09/20 Sold $902,500 -2.9% $291 / Sq Ft
02/24/2020 02/24/20 Pending -- -- --
01/27/2020 01/27/20 For Sale $929,000 +9.6% $300 / Sq Ft
06/20/2013 06/20/13 Sold $847,500 -4.8% $283 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/09/2013 03/09/13 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2013 03/04/13 For Sale $889,800 -- $297 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $19,077 $73,000 $11,040 $61,960
2024 $19,077 $73,000 $11,040 $61,960
2023 $20,541 $73,000 $11,040 $61,960
2022 $20,541 $67,030 $9,660 $57,370
2021 $19,810 $67,030 $9,660 $57,370
2020 $19,426 $67,030 $9,660 $57,370
2019 $21,737 $70,022 $8,740 $61,282
2018 $20,578 $70,022 $8,740 $61,282
2017 $20,505 $70,022 $8,740 $61,282
2016 $16,576 $51,528 $7,360 $44,168
2015 $16,284 $51,528 $7,360 $44,168
2014 $14,916 $51,528 $7,360 $44,168
2013 $13,710 $51,220 $7,360 $43,860
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Kirstin Gloor

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Shea Kiessling

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Shea Kiessling

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    (708) 710-5952

    7 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Shea Kiessling
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  • Angie schneider

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Angie schneider

    @ Properties

    (312) 399-4233

    16 Total Sales

    Angie schneider
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  • Andrew Gagliardo

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Andrew Gagliardo

    Compass

    (708) 456-6965

    38 in this area

    101 Total Sales

    Andrew Gagliardo
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10620313

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-106-011-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

540 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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