542 Thatcher Ave River Forest, IL 60305
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,565
Sq Ft
0.58
Acres
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- 4-minute walk to River Forest Station
- Walk-In Pantry
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Detached Garage
About This Home
As of January 2021EXQUISITELY GORGEOUS HOME WITH STUNNING CURB APPEAL, JUST A 4-MIN WALK TO THE METRA. THIS STATELY HISTORIC HOME HAS 4-LEVELS OF LIVING WITH 5 BEDROOMS AND 4.1 BATHS. THE WELCOMING FOYER OPENS UP TO A GRACIOUSLY LARGE LIVING ROOM AND ELEGANT FORMAL DINING ROOM, EACH WITH THEIR VERY OWN FIREPLACE. EACH ROOM IS SURROUNDED BY LARGE WINDOWS AND HAS 11-FEET CEILINGS, MAKING IT A DREAM TO ENTERTAIN. THE KITCHEN IS UPDATED WITH GRANITE COUNTERS INCLUDING MIELE/BOSCH APPLIANCES. THE FAMILY ROOM IS RIGHT OFF THE KITCHEN SURROUNDED BY WINDOWS, OVERLOOKING AN EXTRA-LARGE AND PRIVATE BACKYARD. ON THE 2ND LEVEL, THE MASTER BEDROOM HAS ITS OWN SPA-LIKE SUITE WITH A JACUZZI AND SEPARATE SHOWER AS WELL AS HIS/HER WALK-IN CLOSETS. THERE ARE 4 OTHER ROOMS ON THIS LEVEL, INCLUDING A LIBRARY AND BONUS ROOM. THE 3RD FLOOR IS A DELIGHTFUL SPACE WITH A FULL BATHROOM AND GORGEOUS SKYLIGHTS. A DIVIDER WAS ADDED TO CREATE PRIVATE SPACES FOR A LARGE FAMILY HOWEVER IT CAN BE REMOVED TO REVEAL ONE BIG OPEN SPACE. THE SPACIOUS LOWER LEVEL WAS JUST UPDATED TO CREATE A FUN PLAYFUL AREA FOR ANY FAMILY TO RELAX. THIS WELL MAINTAINED HOME HAS TONS OF STORAGE AND PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPING HAS ALREADY BEEN DONE FOR YOU! RECENT WORK INCLUDES A NEW ROOF, EXTERIOR WORK AND FRESH PAINTING. FABULOUS LOCATION, WALK EASILY TO SCHOOLS, PARKS, SHOPS AND TRAINS. COME AND LIVE THE RIVER FOREST WAY OF LIFE :)!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $32,542
Year Built
- 1896
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- SpacePak Central Air
- Radiator
- Baseboard Heating
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near a bus stop
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- $5,000 Seller Concession
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2020
Closed on
Jan 7, 2021
Sold by
Skelding David L and Deighan Karen J
Bought by
Anderson Ross
Seller's Agent
Claudine Cantu
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Buyer's Agent
Victoria Krause Schutte
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List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-6.52%
Total Days on Market
99
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 1997
Sold by
Wesolowski James J and Wesolowski Karen K
Bought by
Skelding David L and Deighan Karen J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
8.05%
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,075,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $650,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $457,375 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $502,134 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $651,850 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $650,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $620,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $520,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $1,575,000 | +46.5% | $1,050 / Sq Ft |
| 01/11/2021 01/11/21 | Sold | $1,075,000 | 0.0% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2020 11/20/20 | Off Market | $1,075,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/28/2020 10/28/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/27/2020 08/27/20 | Price Changed | $1,098,000 | -4.5% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 07/21/2020 07/21/20 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | -- | $252 / 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 | $32,542 | $129,000 | $30,589 | $98,411 |
| 2023 | $32,542 | $129,000 | $30,589 | $98,411 |
| 2022 | $32,542 | $100,775 | $26,766 | $74,009 |
| 2021 | $30,304 | $100,774 | $26,765 | $74,009 |
| 2020 | $29,680 | $100,774 | $26,765 | $74,009 |
| 2019 | $26,720 | $89,500 | $24,216 | $65,284 |
| 2018 | $25,293 | $89,500 | $24,216 | $65,284 |
| 2017 | $25,220 | $89,500 | $24,216 | $65,284 |
| 2016 | $31,951 | $101,817 | $20,392 | $81,425 |
| 2015 | $31,348 | $101,817 | $20,392 | $81,425 |
| 2014 | $28,731 | $101,817 | $20,392 | $81,425 |
| 2013 | $32,472 | $117,714 | $20,392 | $97,322 |
Source: Public Records
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10789180
APN: 15-11-208-033-0000
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