$1,383,000
SOLD FEB 18, 2026

554 Thatcher Ave River Forest, IL 60305

6 Beds
6 Baths
5,258 Sq Ft
1891 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 18, 2026

$263 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Pool House
  • 5-minute walk to River Forest Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Prairie Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2026

Sold in PLN. This historic Prairie-style home rich with timeless architectural detail. Classic features fill every inch of this home, including exquisite natural woodwork and stunning art glass windows throughout. A gracious entrance with two sets of double doors opens to a grand foyer anchored by a fireplace. The first floor offers exceptional living space with an extra-large living room, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast room, and a distinctive octagonal library featuring hidden built-in filing cabinets-currently used as a family room. The expansive second floor includes five bedrooms and three full baths. The third floor is highlighted by a one-of-a-kind game room, an additional bedroom or office, and a half bath. The elaborate backyard oasis completes the home, featuring a beautiful pool and pool house. Truly too much to list-this remarkable property is a must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Zak Knebel

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475131969 Listed on: 09/02/2025

@properties   Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Camille Hoover

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475191106

Last Buyer's Agent

Greer Haseman

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475109657

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,769

Year Built

  • Built in 1891

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 90 x 178
  • Fenced
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Side Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Prairie Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 5,258 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

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

Pool

  • Pool House
  • In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,769

Year Built

Built in 1891

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Prairie
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 3 Stories
  • Year Built: 1891
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator
  • LivingArea: 5258
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 6, Great Room, Foyer
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • OtherStructures: Pool House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Side Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Zoned
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: 90 X 178
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 30769
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2025
Closed on
Feb 20, 2026
Sold by
Brian Donlan and Brian Donlan Trust
Bought by
Hado Andrew
Seller's Agent
Zak Knebel
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Greer Haseman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,400,000
Sold Price
$1,383,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-1.21%
Views
11

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
112.26%
Original Mortgage
$1,106,400
Outstanding Balance
$1,104,444
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$467,326

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2021
Sold by
Donlan Brian J and Donlan Tracey A
Bought by
Donlan Brian and Brian Donlan Trust
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,383,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,106,400 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/18/2026 02/18/26 Sold $1,383,000 -1.2% $263 / Sq Ft
12/18/2025 12/18/25 For Sale $1,400,000 -- $266 / 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
2025 $24,722 $98,887 $18,276 $80,611
2024 $24,722 $92,959 $18,276 $74,683
2023 $24,129 $97,991 $18,276 $79,715
2022 $24,129 $77,459 $15,992 $61,467
2021 $23,260 $77,457 $15,991 $61,466
2020 $22,783 $77,457 $15,991 $61,466
2019 $23,996 $80,040 $14,468 $65,572
2018 $22,715 $80,040 $14,468 $65,572
2017 $22,648 $80,040 $14,468 $65,572
2016 $23,080 $73,742 $12,184 $61,558
2015 $22,642 $73,742 $12,184 $61,558
2014 $20,752 $73,742 $12,184 $61,558
2013 $23,625 $85,833 $12,184 $73,649
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12534736

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-11-208-044-0000

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