Seller's Agent in 2025
Maria Cullerton
Compass
(312) 501-2033
138 Total Sales
555 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $1,139,000 - $1,273,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,182
Sq Ft
$545/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Landscaped Professionally
- Recreation Room
- Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2025Light, bright, move in ready, totally classic center entrance Colonial situated in the most convenient pocket of River Forest. First floor features generous foyer, sun drenched living room with lovely mantle and built-in bookcases. Formal dining room with built-in cabinets and plenty of space to host large groups for sit down dinners. Massive eat-in kitchen features island, tons of counter space, plenty of storage, newer high end appliances, fully open eat-in area with gorgeous fireplace. Kitchen opens to family room with distinctive molding and space to spare! The star of the first floor is enormous screened porch with soaring cathedral ceilings overlooks professionally landscaped, lush, private yard. + beautiful Patio / hardscaping and *rare* three car garage Second floor includes primary suite with walk in closet and en-suite bathroom, plus another 3 large bedrooms, 2nd updated bathroom and jumbo-sized laundry room with custom cabinetry for copious storage for maximum organization. Stylish basement completely remodeled in 2021 with extensive improvements including updated plumbing, updated electrical, and brand new cleanout/water service-2024. Basement has tons of space with large rec room, 5th bedroom featuring stunning and thoughtfully designed en-suite bathroom, charming Butler's pantry, and additional storage. Plus new furnace, hot water heater, washer + dryer Classic home, designer's vision throughout, highly sought after block in hyper-prime/walkable location only a few short blocks from Metra, Green Line, shopping, dining, downtown Oak Park, library, parks, award winning schools, and more!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,256
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 8,699 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 174
- Landscaped Professionally
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
May 5, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Maria Cullerton
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
List Price
$1,249,900
Sold Price
$1,260,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
0.81%
Views
27
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
-$69,737
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,008,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,000,829
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$189,434
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 9, 2018
Closed on
Jun 4, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Susan Maienza
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
John Coleman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$835,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-5.39%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.97%
Original Mortgage
$632,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 8, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,500
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,260,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| $790,000 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,008,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $632,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $125,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/2025 05/09/25 | Sold | $1,260,000 | +0.8% | $577 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/05/2025 04/05/25 | For Sale | $1,249,900 | +58.2% | $573 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/06/2018 06/06/18 | Sold | $790,000 | -3.5% | $362 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/29/2018 04/29/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/12/2018 04/12/18 | Price Changed | $819,000 | -1.9% | $375 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/09/2018 03/09/18 | For Sale | $835,000 | -- | $383 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $18,256 | $88,000 | $11,310 | $76,690 |
| 2024 | $18,256 | $88,000 | $11,310 | $76,690 |
| 2023 | $20,650 | $70,000 | $11,310 | $58,690 |
| 2022 | $20,650 | $67,367 | $9,788 | $57,579 |
| 2021 | $19,914 | $67,366 | $9,787 | $57,579 |
| 2020 | $19,528 | $67,366 | $9,787 | $57,579 |
| 2019 | $16,301 | $55,939 | $8,917 | $47,022 |
| 2018 | $16,440 | $55,939 | $8,917 | $47,022 |
| 2017 | $16,381 | $55,939 | $8,917 | $47,022 |
| 2016 | $13,110 | $45,035 | $7,395 | $37,640 |
| 2015 | $13,632 | $47,631 | $7,395 | $40,236 |
| 2014 | $13,379 | $50,620 | $7,395 | $43,225 |
| 2013 | $13,371 | $51,896 | $7,395 | $44,501 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Maria Cullerton
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Julie Downey
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Julie Downey
Compass
(708) 203-0289
67 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2018
Susan Maienza
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
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J
Buyer's Agent in 2018
John Coleman
@ Properties
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12328394
APN: 15-12-214-002-0000
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