NOT LISTED FOR SALE

716 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $740,638 - $830,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,860 Sq Ft
$416/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 09, 2024

Last sale price $700,000 $376 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,176/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
  • Home Office
  • 3-minute walk to Centennial Park

About This Home

As of April 2024

Inviting and bright, this move-in ready three bedroom home is a charming combination of brick and stone in a walk to downtown River Forest location. First floor boasts a large double parlor living room with gas starter fire place. Separate dining room off the living room. Oak hardwood flooring throughout 1st and 2nd floor living areas. The bright and spacious kitchen has been recently remodeled and includes an island for added convenience and counter space. The finished basement offers a second family room, office space, and additional storage. The property features an oversized yard on a deep and wide lot measuring 50x174. Ultra convenient second-floor laundry room. Situated on one of the few brick streets in the village, this home is within a quick walk to Lincoln Elementary, Roosevelt Middle School, River Forest Public Library, River Forest Tennis Club, and Lake Street. Enjoy walkability of a great location and the warmth of this well-maintained home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Berg

Berg Properties License #475110440 Listed on: 02/07/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Fei Martin

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475157365

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,195

Year Renovated

  • 2022

Lot Details

  • 8,699 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x174

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason

Interior Spaces

  • 1,860 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Roosevelt Middle School
  • Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,195

Year Renovated

2022

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2022
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2022

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry
  • LivingArea: 1860
  • Room Type: Foyer, Family Room, Office, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle/Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1997
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X174
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13194.92
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2024
Closed on
Mar 21, 2024
Sold by
Meyer Steven C and Meyer Suann M
Bought by
Martin Daniel and Hu Yanfei
Seller's Agent
Scott Berg
Berg Properties
Buyer's Agent
Fei Martin
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.45%
Views
75
Current Estimated Value
$773,910

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$73,910
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.73%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 23, 2014
Closed on
Oct 30, 2014
Sold by
Harder Daniel Edward
Bought by
Meyer Steven C and Meyer Susan M
Seller's Agent
Terrance Buckley
County Line Properties, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Scott Berg
Berg Properties
List Price
$469,000
Sold Price
$454,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.69%
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2009
Sold by
Harder Daniel E and Harder Mary L
Bought by
Declaration Harder Mary Louise and Mary Louise Harder Declaration Of Trust
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Martin Daniel $700,000 First American Title Insurance
Meyer Steven C $454,000 Prairie Title
Declaration Harder Mary Louise -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Martin Daniel $250,000
Previous Owner Meyer Steven C $125,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/09/2024 04/09/24 Sold $700,000 -3.4% $376 / Sq Ft
02/16/2024 02/16/24 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2024 02/07/24 For Sale $725,000 +59.7% $390 / Sq Ft
10/30/2014 10/30/14 Sold $454,000 -3.2% $244 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/28/2014 09/28/14 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2014 09/23/14 For Sale $469,000 -- $252 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $12,829 $52,832 $11,310 $41,522
2024 $12,829 $52,832 $11,310 $41,522
2023 $12,789 $52,832 $11,310 $41,522
2022 $12,789 $45,761 $9,788 $35,973
2021 $13,195 $45,759 $9,787 $35,972
2020 $12,962 $45,759 $9,787 $35,972
2019 $12,728 $44,428 $8,917 $35,511
2018 $12,047 $44,428 $8,917 $35,511
2017 $12,022 $44,428 $8,917 $35,511
2016 $11,522 $38,313 $7,395 $30,918
2015 $11,279 $38,313 $7,395 $30,918
2014 $11,091 $38,313 $7,395 $30,918
2013 $10,101 $40,308 $7,395 $32,913
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11974729

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-201-021-0000