NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7 Gale Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $472,000 - $571,292

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
$224/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 16, 2021

Last sale price $465,000 $194 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,069/month

107 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Balcony
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Attached Garage

About This Home

As of March 2021

Stylish 3 level, 3-bedroom 2.5 bath townhome nestled back from the street on lovely mature landscaped grounds, making this a sought after complex. Each unit has a large patio facing the park-like setting, to enjoy the changing seasons. When you come into the family room, on the ground level, this spacious room features a wet bar, 1/2 bath and storage, for total convenience while entertaining. This unit features many quality recent updates including complete window replacement (2017). Richly finished hardwood floors, high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows enhance the ambiance of the main floor as does the wood burning fireplace surrounded by custom cabinetry. The on-trend kitchen with white Shaker cabinets, granite counters and stainless-steel appliances is set to delight any chef. The kitchen is also flooded with natural light, open the door to the adjacent balcony for grilling or just enjoying the first cup of coffee. Upstairs, on the bedroom floor, you will find a spacious primary bedroom with lovely views of the grounds, double closets with organizers and a remodeled primary bathroom with new granite countertop and a walk-in, Subway tiled shower. Two additional generous bedrooms share a remodeled 2nd floor full bath. This unit features an attached 2 car garage, how nice will that be once the weather turns colder. Short walk to the River Forest Metra Station, River Forest Community Center, Parks, Blue Ribbon Lincoln School, Blue Line or power walk to the Green Line. Don't forget a visit to many shops, renowned restaurants and breweries. This is the one, see it today and be in by the holiday season!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Greer Haseman

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475109657 Listed on: 10/02/2020

@properties   Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Christopher Curran

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475191011

Last Buyer's Agent

April Moon

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475139031

@properties   Christie's International Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • 1990

Lot Details

  • 2,004

HOA Fees

  • $318 per month

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Bookcases
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Attached Fireplace Door

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near bus stop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

Amenities

  • Common Area

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

1990

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$318 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Unit Floor Level: 1
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Estimated Year Built: 1990
  • Type Attached: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1990

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Bookcases, Some Carpeting
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X15, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: TV-Cable
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: COMBO, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 18X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 20X12, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2400
  • Dining Room Type: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway: Concrete, Off Alley
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Assessment Includes: Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2400
  • Assessment Association Fees: 318
  • Management Contact Name: Shirley Grott
  • Management Phone: 708-452-4242

Fee Information

  • Management Company: Cortland Management

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Common Grounds
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15123180390000

Multi Family

  • Total Number Unitsin Building: 6
  • Number Stories: 3

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 13685.65

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2020
Closed on
Mar 9, 2021
Sold by
Mcnair Charles Benjamin and Mcnair Kasey Padgett
Bought by
Robert H Barlow & Roberta H Borst Rev Tr
Seller's Agent
Greer Haseman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
April Moon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$494,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-5.87%
Current Estimated Value
$541,150

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$76,150
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.11%
Original Mortgage
$372,000
Outstanding Balance
$332,945
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$205,628

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 5, 2018
Closed on
Aug 3, 2018
Sold by
Corcoran Kevin and Corcoran Patricia
Bought by
Mcnair Charles Benjamin and Mcnair Kasey Padgett
Seller's Agent
Lauren Cody
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Debra Hadelman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$479,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.00%
Original Mortgage
$418,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2015
Closed on
Oct 30, 2015
Sold by
Gibson Greg M
Bought by
Corcoran Patricia and Corcoran Kevin
Seller's Agent
Jim Blaha
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Cody
Baird & Warner
List Price
$429,000
Sold Price
$404,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,500
-5.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.10%
Original Mortgage
$303,350
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2012
Closed on
Feb 26, 2013
Sold by
Leadbetter David
Bought by
Gibson Greg M
Seller's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jim Blaha
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-13.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.82%
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2001
Sold by
Logan David J and Logan Elizabeth A
Bought by
Leadbetter David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1998
Sold by
Gniady Susan M
Bought by
Logan David J and Logan Elizabeth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$217,500
Interest Rate
6.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 1995
Sold by
Panovich Donald J and Panovich Michelle C
Bought by
Gniady Susan M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,800
Interest Rate
7.68%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Robert H Barlow & Roberta H Borst Rev Tr $465,000 Chicago Title
Mcnair Charles Benjamin $465,000 First American Title
Corcoran Patricia $404,500 Prairie Title
Gibson Greg M $315,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Leadbetter David $359,000 --
Logan David J $190,000 --
Gniady Susan M $281,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Robert H Barlow & Roberta H Borst Rev Tr $372,000
Previous Owner Mcnair Charles Benjamin $418,500
Previous Owner Corcoran Patricia $303,350
Previous Owner Gibson Greg M $252,000
Previous Owner Logan David J $217,500
Previous Owner Gniady Susan M $224,800
Closed Logan David J $43,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/16/2021 03/16/21 Sold $465,000 -2.8% $194 / Sq Ft
01/17/2021 01/17/21 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2020 10/22/20 Price Changed $478,500 -1.1% $199 / Sq Ft
10/16/2020 10/16/20 Price Changed $484,000 -2.0% $202 / Sq Ft
10/02/2020 10/02/20 For Sale $494,000 +6.2% $206 / Sq Ft
08/21/2018 08/21/18 Sold $465,000 -2.9% $194 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/14/2018 07/14/18 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2018 07/05/18 For Sale $479,000 +18.4% $200 / Sq Ft
11/04/2015 11/04/15 Sold $404,500 -5.7% $169 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/26/2015 09/26/15 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2015 09/18/15 For Sale $429,000 +36.2% $179 / Sq Ft
03/04/2013 03/04/13 Sold $315,000 -1.3% $145 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/25/2013 01/25/13 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2013 01/04/13 Price Changed $319,000 -3.3% $147 / Sq Ft
11/09/2012 11/09/12 Price Changed $330,000 -3.5% $152 / Sq Ft
10/10/2012 10/10/12 Price Changed $342,000 -3.7% $157 / Sq Ft
09/10/2012 09/10/12 Price Changed $355,000 -2.7% $163 / Sq Ft
08/05/2012 08/05/12 For Sale $365,000 -- $168 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $11,096 $46,501 $2,129 $44,372
2023 $11,775 $53,001 $2,129 $50,872
2022 $11,775 $42,620 $1,832 $40,788
2021 $11,390 $42,619 $1,831 $40,788
2020 $12,008 $42,619 $1,831 $40,788
2019 $13,686 $44,085 $1,683 $42,402
2018 $12,956 $44,085 $1,683 $42,402
2017 $12,910 $44,085 $1,683 $42,402
2016 $10,161 $31,585 $1,386 $30,199
2015 $9,982 $31,585 $1,386 $30,199
2014 $9,143 $31,585 $1,386 $30,199
2013 $8,888 $31,500 $1,386 $30,114
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10889661

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-318-039-0000