625 Keystone Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Estimated Value: $1,462,000 - $1,944,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,454
Sq Ft
$512/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Deck
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
- Property is near a park
- Recreation Room
About This Home
As of March 2023Elegant, updated French Provincial inspired home is simply the best River Forest has to offer! Superbly located on a one-third acre lot on Keystone Avenue - one of River Forest's most sought after streets. A short walk to Blue-Ribbon Lincoln Elementary & Roosevelt Middle schools, 10 acre Keystone Park, the Metra train station and Lake Street shopping! 25 minutes to ORD, 30 to MDW. This 3500 SF completely move-in ready home featuring a substantial addition & updates from 2017 and an attached, heated 2 car garage. The open, flowing layout is picture perfect for entertaining family, friends & guests and is centered around the truly amazing chef's kitchen. Featured on the 2018 local kitchen walk and Chicago Social Magazine, it's a custom kitchen that features a 48" six burner BlueStar range with double oven, Carrara marble counters, two sinks, two dishwashers, 2 refrigerated beverage drawers, custom range hood and separate built-in full height Thermador refrigerator and freezer, water filtration system AND a large island with seating for 4. The large walk-in skullery/butler's pantry has a mini-sink and lots of storage. A 3-sided gas fireplace is at the center of the kitchen, dining area and family room. The fabulous living space is connected by double french doors off the dining area to the outdoor living space which features a large Trex deck along the entire east side of the home. There is a fully fenced park-sized backyard with a hot tub. And located off the pantry is the mudroom which features its own entrance and built-ins. Down a short hall from the Mud Room is the 1st floor powder room. The second floor features 3 full baths, 5 bedrooms (currently laid out as 4 bedrooms and an office) all with walk-in closets PLUS a terrace that overlooks the backyard. The primary suite, office and third bedroom all have access to the terrace. The luxurious primary bedroom overlooks the backyard and has closets galore! The ensuite primary bath is sunny and south facing with double sinks, soaking tub, separate large shower (with rainfall showerhead) and heated floors. The ensuite west bedroom features 2 closets. The playful middle bedroom features a loft space and walk-in closet and shares a bath with the large bedroom above the garage which has vaulted ceilings and charming window seats. There is a laundry closet equipped for a stacked washer/dryer on the 2nd floor hall plus a laundry chute (from the 2nd floor and 1st floor pantry) to the basement laundry. The newly carpeted basement rec room is the perfect space to hangout. The heated, attached two-car garage features epoxied floors and has been used as a home gym. The home has 2 gas fireplaces, updated plumbing, new copper water service, copper gutters, slate roof, 200amp electrical, (2) high efficiency HVAC units and a perimeter drain tile system w/sump pump and exterior drainage system. A wonderful home on a wonderful street. 2021 property taxes $24,394.36 without Homeowner's Exemption.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gullo & Associates License #471004288 Listed on: 11/28/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475151345
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,394
Year Built
- Built in 1936 | Remodeled in 2016
Lot Details
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80x176
- Fenced Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slate Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,454 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range Hood
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Laundry Chute
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Balcony
- Deck
- Fire Pit
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Water Purifier
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 28, 2022
Closed on
Feb 21, 2023
Sold by
Pesavento Dianna Barrows and Pesavento Anthony
Bought by
Blair Robert and Blair Laurie
Seller's Agent
David Gullo
Gullo & Associates
Buyer's Agent
David Zwarycz
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,679,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,000
-4.71%
Total Days on Market
56
Views
16
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
$167,521
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.52%
Original Mortgage
$1,280,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,247,661
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$519,860
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 30, 2021
Closed on
Sep 24, 2021
Sold by
Smith Anthony Martin and Smith Kathleen Mary
Bought by
Pesavento Dianna Barrows
Seller's Agent
Cynthia Osta
Redfin Corporation
Buyer's Agent
David Gullo
Gullo & Associates
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
7.53%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.62%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 13, 2013
Closed on
Jul 9, 2013
Sold by
Shorney Erika E
Bought by
Smith Anthony Martin and Osta Kathleen Mary
Seller's Agent
Richard C. Gloor
d'aprile properties
Buyer's Agent
Clara Prouty
Gloor Realty Company
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.77%
Original Mortgage
$648,000
Interest Rate
2.1%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 26, 1994
Sold by
Shorney William G and Shorney Erika E
Bought by
Shorney Erika E and Eriak E Shorney Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blair Robert | $1,600,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Pesavento Dianna Barrows | $1,500,000 | Prairie Title | |
| Smith Anthony Martin | $810,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Shorney Erika E | -- | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Blair Robert | $1,280,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Anthony Martin | $648,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shorney Erika E | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shorney Erika E | $124,961 | |
| Previous Owner | Shorney Erika E | $150,118 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2023 03/06/23 | Sold | $1,600,000 | -4.7% | $463 / Sq Ft |
| 01/23/2023 01/23/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/28/2022 11/28/22 | For Sale | $1,679,000 | +11.9% | $486 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2021 09/30/21 | Sold | $1,500,000 | +7.5% | $523 / Sq Ft |
| 09/02/2021 09/02/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/30/2021 08/30/21 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | +72.2% | $486 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2013 07/10/13 | Sold | $810,000 | +1.4% | $405 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2013 05/15/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/13/2013 05/13/13 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $400 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $25,330 | $136,000 | $18,533 | $117,467 |
| 2023 | $25,330 | $136,000 | $18,533 | $117,467 |
| 2022 | $25,330 | $85,941 | $16,038 | $69,903 |
| 2021 | $24,394 | $78,441 | $16,038 | $62,403 |
| 2020 | $23,836 | $78,441 | $16,038 | $62,403 |
| 2019 | $23,851 | $76,829 | $14,612 | $62,217 |
| 2018 | $22,579 | $76,829 | $14,612 | $62,217 |
| 2017 | $22,498 | $76,829 | $14,612 | $62,217 |
| 2016 | $24,423 | $75,920 | $12,117 | $63,803 |
| 2015 | $23,993 | $75,920 | $12,117 | $63,803 |
| 2014 | $21,977 | $75,920 | $12,117 | $63,803 |
| 2013 | $16,499 | $58,474 | $12,117 | $46,357 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
David Gullo
Seller's Agent in 2023
David Gullo
Gullo & Associates
(708) 567-1375
21 in this area
117 Total Sales
-
David Zwarycz
Buyer's Agent in 2023
David Zwarycz
@ Properties
(312) 405-1843
1 in this area
148 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
Cynthia Osta
Redfin Corporation
(630) 254-2497
-
R
Seller's Agent in 2013
Richard C. Gloor
d'aprile properties
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Clara Prouty
Gloor Realty Company
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11679545
APN: 15-12-107-055-0000
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