Joelle Venzera
Compass
(708) 564-3952
112 Total Sales
6 in River Forest
$143K - $1.3M Price Range
605 Ashland Ave River Forest, IL 60305
River Forest AreaEstimated Value: $1,157,135
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,119
Sq Ft
$371/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Mature Trees
- Property is near park
- Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
- Deck
- Recreation Room
About This Home
As of June 2025Long-time owners have spent years renovating this classic Victorian beauty from top to bottom! You'll appreciate the wrap around porch, character (natural woodwork, crown mouldings and hardwood floors), thoughtful improvements (remodeled Kitchen and Baths), flexible floor plan and much sought after location. Double parlour woodburning fireplace has marble surround & threshold and is flanked by custom built-ins, spacious formal dining room and a kitchen/breakfast room with custom cherry cabinetry, glass tile backsplash, stainless appliances, granite counters, pendant lighting, island with bar seating and plenty of space for a large table, and leads out to the deck and yard. 2.5 car garage with built-in shelves and loft storage. Basement waterproofing & updated electric 2024, custom windows approx 2018, furnace & central air conditioning 2017, 3rd floor furnace 2016. This one is a real beauty!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX In The Village License #475092330 Listed on: 04/24/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,815
Year Built
- Built in 1902
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 157.31
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Side Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Plaster
Interior Spaces
- 3,119 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Some Wood Windows
- Replacement Windows
- Blinds
- Drapes & Rods
- Wood Frame Window
- Window Screens
- Six Panel Doors
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Dual Sinks
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near park
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2025
Closed on
Jun 23, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Patti Sprafka Wagner
RE/MAX In The Village
Buyer's Agent
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,065,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$130,000
-10.88%
Views
37
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
$92,135
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.25%
Original Mortgage
$852,000
Outstanding Balance
$842,477
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$300,787
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 19, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in River Forest, IL
-
Joelle Venzera
-
Deneen Ruffolo
Deneen Ruffolo
Realty Executives Midwest
(708) 286-5683
91 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$112,000 Price
-
Ali Bakir
Ali Bakir
MorphEasy Realty
(833) 433-0982
130 Total Sales
2 in River Forest
$270K - $495K Price Range
-
Israel Hernandez
Israel Hernandez
Epique Realty Inc
(219) 351-6354
94 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$147,500 Price
-
Elizabeth Goodchild
Elizabeth Goodchild
Realty of America
(224) 479-1826
474 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$135,000 Price
-
Lisa Grimes
Lisa Grimes
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
(708) 340-6771
55 Total Sales
9 in River Forest
$132K - $2.1M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,065,000 | First American Title | ||
| $285,000 | -- | ||
| $250,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $852,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | Sold | $1,065,000 | -3.2% | $341 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Price Changed | $1,100,000 | -7.9% | $353 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -- | $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 | $20,815 | $82,000 | $10,205 | $71,795 |
| 2024 | $20,815 | $82,000 | $10,205 | $71,795 |
| 2023 | $17,469 | $82,000 | $10,205 | $71,795 |
| 2022 | $17,469 | $60,252 | $8,831 | $51,421 |
| 2021 | $17,702 | $60,252 | $8,831 | $51,421 |
| 2020 | $17,366 | $60,252 | $8,831 | $51,421 |
| 2019 | $20,261 | $68,695 | $8,046 | $60,649 |
| 2018 | $19,179 | $68,695 | $8,046 | $60,649 |
| 2017 | $19,128 | $68,695 | $8,046 | $60,649 |
| 2016 | $17,200 | $55,965 | $6,672 | $49,293 |
| 2015 | $16,858 | $55,965 | $6,672 | $49,293 |
| 2014 | $15,457 | $55,965 | $6,672 | $49,293 |
| 2013 | $18,001 | $66,426 | $6,672 | $59,754 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Patti Sprafka Wagner
Seller's Agent in 2025
Patti Sprafka Wagner
RE/MAX
(708) 218-8102
46 Total Sales
-
Brian Behan
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brian Behan
@ Properties
(312) 480-1244
139 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12345440
APN: 15-12-111-008-0000
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