NOT LISTED FOR SALE

543 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $862,482 - $1,296,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
2,168 Sq Ft
$471/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 22, 2014

Last sale price $685,000 $316 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,766/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Detached Garage
  • Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
  • Home Office
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of August 2014

CLASSIC RED BRICK COLONIAL IN PRIME WALKING LOCATION MINUTES FROM SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, TRANSPORTATION. 3 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL & 2 HALF BATHS. GOURMET KITCHEN ENHANCED WITH SS APPLS., CUSTOM CABINETS, SPECIAL FEATURES. SUNNY EATING AREA OVERLOOKS GORGEOUS YARD WITH LARGE PATIO FOR ENTERTAINING. INCREDIBLE REC. ROOM IN BASEMENT PLUS OFFICE IDEAL FOR PROFESSIONAL WORKING AT HOME. CHECK OUT AMAZING 4 CAR GARAGE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marina Farruggia

Baird & Warner License #475131501 Listed on: 07/16/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Grace Lin

Villager Realty License #475110851

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,433

Year Built

  • 1924

Lot Details

  • 8,712

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,433

Year Built

1924

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.2
  • Style Of House: Colonial
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1924
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1924

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 24X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 17X9, On Level: Basement
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 19X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Island
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer, Office
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 10X7, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Office, Dimensions: 14X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 4
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Heated
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Hot Water/Steam

Schools

  • School District: 200
  • Elementary School: LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle School: ROOSEVELT SCHOOL
  • High School: OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCH
  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 173
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15122140050000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 13401.38

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2014
Closed on
Aug 22, 2014
Sold by
Johnson Pierce E and Johnson Ann M
Bought by
Yu Chen Pai and Yu Sara
Seller's Agent
Marina Farruggia
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Grace Lin
Villager Realty
List Price
$699,999
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,999
-2.14%
Current Estimated Value
$1,021,121

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$336,121
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.64%
Original Mortgage
$548,000
Outstanding Balance
$416,124
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$604,997

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2008
Sold by
Johnson Pierce E and Johnson Ann M
Bought by
Johnson Pierce E and Johnson Ann M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Yu Chen Pai $685,000 Cti
Johnson Pierce E -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Yu Chen Pai $548,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/22/2014 08/22/14 Sold $685,000 -2.1% $316 / Sq Ft
07/24/2014 07/24/14 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2014 07/16/14 For Sale $699,999 -- $323 / 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
2024 $16,433 $63,342 $11,310 $52,032
2023 $17,073 $66,072 $11,310 $54,762
2022 $17,073 $56,292 $9,788 $46,504
2021 $18,230 $61,950 $9,787 $52,163
2020 $17,882 $61,950 $9,787 $52,163
2019 $18,739 $63,791 $8,917 $54,874
2018 $17,738 $63,791 $8,917 $54,874
2017 $17,692 $63,791 $8,917 $54,874
2016 $16,830 $54,815 $7,395 $47,420
2015 $16,494 $54,815 $7,395 $47,420
2014 $15,124 $54,815 $7,395 $47,420
2013 $13,401 $50,126 $7,395 $42,731
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Marina Farruggia

    Baird Warner

  • Grace Lin

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Grace Lin

    RE/MAX

    (847) 502-7133

    4 Total Sales

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08674520

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-214-005-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

543 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL

This home is located at 543 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 since 16 July 2014 and is currently estimated at $1,021,121, approximately $470 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 543 Monroe Ave is a home located in Cook County with nearby schools including Roosevelt Middle School, Lincoln Elementary School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School.

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