
738 Lathrop Ave River Forest, IL 60305
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
- Sun or Florida Room
- 1-minute walk to Centennial Park
About This Home
As of June 2024This charming vintage and cool bungalow with full finished basement is located in a great River Forest hot spot. From the foyer and bright sun room you'll find open and green views of the park across the street. The lovely living room features built-ins, a gas fireplace and curved archways. You'll find a large dining room with beautiful original windows and moldings. Hardwood floors throughout the first level along with original doors, hardware and built in storage/linen cabinet and drawers in hallway. Main level also has 3 bedrooms and a full bath. Primary bedroom faces lush green yard and has a walk in closet with Elfa shelving system. Classic white kitchen and granite counters, peninsula with eat in area, pantry closet and separate coffee bar or buffet space. Downstairs in the finished basement you'll find a comfortable ceiling height of almost 7 ft and lots of windows, a large rec room, 4th bedroom, another full bathroom plus a finished storage space that could be used for an office or playroom. Awesome storage throughout including a full laundry room and utility room. The mudroom area and landing leads you out to the amazing and peaceful yard with brick paver patio space, fire pit area, 2 car garage. 50 x 158 lot, fenced yard including across the driveway. You'll find the park and River Forest library across the street. Lincoln Elem. Wonderful and walkable location!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate Listed on: 04/25/2024

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,845
Year Built
- Built in 1909
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,759 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
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- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
- Laundry Chute
Finished Basement
- English Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Basement Storage
- Basement Window Egress
Home Security
- Storm Screens
- Storm Doors
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 158
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $730,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $527,000 | Chicago Title | |
Warranty Deed | $670,000 | Multiple | |
Deed | $515,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Insu | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $693,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $384,710 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $240,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $140,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $33,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $536,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/13/2024 06/13/24 | Sold | $730,000 | +1.5% | $265 / Sq Ft |
04/26/2024 04/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/25/2024 04/25/24 | For Sale | $719,000 | +36.4% | $261 / Sq Ft |
08/17/2020 08/17/20 | Sold | $527,000 | -4.0% | $375 / Sq Ft |
06/24/2020 06/24/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/27/2020 05/27/20 | Price Changed | $549,000 | -3.5% | $390 / Sq Ft |
04/06/2020 04/06/20 | For Sale | $569,000 | -- | $405 / Sq Ft |
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 | $14,646 | $53,499 | $10,270 | $43,229 |
2023 | $12,845 | $53,499 | $10,270 | $43,229 |
2022 | $12,845 | $39,780 | $8,888 | $30,892 |
2021 | $12,371 | $39,778 | $8,887 | $30,891 |
2020 | $11,145 | $39,778 | $8,887 | $30,891 |
2019 | $12,378 | $39,873 | $8,097 | $31,776 |
2018 | $12,445 | $42,347 | $8,097 | $34,250 |
2017 | $12,401 | $42,347 | $8,097 | $34,250 |
2016 | $12,516 | $38,907 | $6,715 | $32,192 |
2015 | $12,296 | $38,907 | $6,715 | $32,192 |
2014 | $11,263 | $38,907 | $6,715 | $32,192 |
2013 | $11,217 | $39,756 | $6,715 | $33,041 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Joelle Cachey Hayes
@ Properties
(312) 451-7831
3 in this area
98 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Kathy Hussey
Baird Warner
(630) 740-1849
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2020
Andrew Gagliardo
Compass
(708) 456-6965
42 in this area
104 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Laura Gancer
Compass
(630) 460-5183
12 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12036086

APN: 15-12-105-019-0000
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