Yaritza Velasquez
Pak Home Realty
(224) 479-1525
28 Total Sales
2 in River Forest
$143K - $168K Price Range
618 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305
River Forest Area
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,239
Sq Ft
1923
Built
Highlights
- Property is near park
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Flooring
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Georgian Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of May 2026Classic charm meets modern comfort in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath all brick Georgian Revival. A light and bright entryway welcomes you in, flanked by formal living and dining rooms. The inviting living room features a wood burning fireplace and flows seamlessly into a sunroom. The formal dining room connects to a well-appointed kitchen with table space and stainless steel appliances. The spacious family room is a standout, featuring a gas fireplace, vaulted beamed ceiling, and skylights that fill the space with natural light. There is also a convenient half bath for guests. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms, including the primary bedroom with dual closets, a cozy window seat, and a private balcony Two additional generously sized bedrooms and an updated hall bath with a soaking tub complete the main level. The unfinished basement offers great storage and a laundry area with sink, ready for your finishing touches. Step outside to a huge fenced backyard featuring a patio and fire pit and access to the 2 car detached garage. Unbeatable location just blocks to Whole Foods, Austin Gardens, the Oak Park Metra station, and with easy access to I-290 and the Green & Blue Lines. Zoned to highly rated Oak Park & River Forest High School. This is the perfect place to start your next chapter.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Marina Collazo
Redfin Corporation Brokerage Phone: (224) 699-5002 License #475116062 Listed on: 04/02/2026
Co-Listed By
Karen Delgado
Redfin Corporation Brokerage Phone: (224) 699-5002 License #475169102
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,625
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Shared Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Georgian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,239 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Fire Pit
- Shed
- Porch
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2026
Closed on
May 20, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Marina Collazo
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
Ivan Blanco
eXp Realty
List Price
$829,900
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-2.4%
Views
52
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.39%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Outstanding Balance
$749,322
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$70,090
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 1, 2013
Closed on
Jun 14, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
List Price
$570,000
Sold Price
$570,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.76%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 2004
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
$448,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in River Forest, IL
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Yaritza Velasquez
-
Erica Cuneen
Erica Cuneen
Beyond Properties Realty Group
(630) 757-8294
312 Total Sales
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$152K - $930K Price Range
-
Laura Catrambone-Gerace
Laura Catrambone-Gerace
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(224) 507-7159
173 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$825,000 Price
-
Cecille Plurad
Cecille Plurad
Coldwell Banker Realty
(877) 761-6689
181 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$103,500 Price
-
Andrew Gagliardo
Andrew Gagliardo
Compass
(708) 905-8112
101 Total Sales
36 in River Forest
$189K - $2M Price Range
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Chester Jakala
Chester Jakala
Telequest Corp.
(844) 480-0258
32 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$914,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $810,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $570,000 | Multiple | |
| Warranty Deed | $583,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $750,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $448,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2026 05/13/26 | Sold | $810,000 | -2.4% | $362 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/12/2026 04/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/02/2026 04/02/26 | For Sale | $829,900 | +45.6% | $371 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/17/2013 06/17/13 | Sold | $570,000 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/03/2013 05/03/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/01/2013 05/01/13 | For Sale | $570,000 | -- | $250 / 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 | $16,938 | $65,186 | $13,156 | $52,030 |
| 2024 | $16,938 | $65,186 | $13,156 | $52,030 |
| 2023 | $16,212 | $67,168 | $13,156 | $54,012 |
| 2022 | $16,212 | $53,624 | $11,385 | $42,239 |
| 2021 | $15,641 | $53,623 | $11,385 | $42,238 |
| 2020 | $16,229 | $56,510 | $11,385 | $45,125 |
| 2019 | $15,088 | $52,033 | $10,373 | $41,660 |
| 2018 | $14,282 | $52,033 | $10,373 | $41,660 |
| 2017 | $16,450 | $59,552 | $10,373 | $49,179 |
| 2016 | $15,457 | $50,547 | $8,602 | $41,945 |
| 2015 | $15,145 | $50,547 | $8,602 | $41,945 |
| 2014 | $13,889 | $50,547 | $8,602 | $41,945 |
| 2013 | $13,864 | $51,766 | $8,602 | $43,164 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Marina Collazo
M
Seller's Agent in 2026
Marina Collazo
Redfin Corporation
-
Karen Delgado
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Karen Delgado
Redfin Corporation
(224) 303-8186
37 Total Sales
-
Ivan Blanco
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Ivan Blanco
eXp Realty
(773) 841-4716
120 Total Sales
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Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2026
sal azar
eXp Realty
(888) 574-9405
18 Total Sales
-
Laura Maychruk
Seller's Agent in 2013
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
(708) 205-7044
191 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12597965
APN: 15-12-207-011-0000
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