NOT LISTED FOR SALE

739 Forest Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $720,425 - $947,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,394 Sq Ft
$349/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 14, 2019

Last sale price $526,000 $220 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,450/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Bonus Room
  • Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cottage

About This Home

As of June 2019

Super charming cottage in the heart of River Forest! Tons of original wood work and stained glass. Eat-in kitchen opens to butlers pantry and dining room. Living room is spacious and bright. 2 bedrooms plus a bonus room with balcony on 2nd floor. 3rd floor is fully finished and could be used as bedroom, or bonus space. Basement is nicely finished with great ceiling height and features a large family room, adorable kids play house, full spa bathroom and office. Giant yard features a brick paver patio, beautiful perennial landscaping and a 2 car garage. Walk a few blocks to parks, schools, library and train!! Sellers prefer June 9 or later closing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Maychruk

Laura Maychruk Real Estate License #471021717 Listed on: 04/03/2019

Co-Listed By

David Gullo

Gullo & Associates License #471004288

Last Buyer's Agent

Richard Szekely

Redfin Corporation

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1911 | 1998

Lot Details

  • 9,148

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Play Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Brick Porch or Patio

Location

  • The property is located in a historic district

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built | Renovated

1911 | 1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Train, Historical District
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 1998
  • Square Footage Comments: professionally measured and includes basement
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Style Of House: Cottage
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1911
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Year Renovated: 1998

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features
  • Number Of Rooms: 10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 11X8, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 20X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Butler
  • Additional Rooms: Office, Bonus, Play Room, Foyer
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 17X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Office, Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Bonus, Dimensions: 14X10, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Playroom, Dimensions: 8X3, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 28X11, On Level: 3rd Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 12X5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2394
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 25X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame, Stucco
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Porch, Brick Paver Patio
  • Acreage: 0.2137

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Zoned
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1452

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 90

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 52 X 179
  • Parcel Identification Number: 15121020050000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 13449.75

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2019
Closed on
Jun 5, 2019
Sold by
Schaller Thomas and Bentley Julia
Bought by
Carvalho Marco A and Tomazini Paula
Seller's Agent
Laura Maychruk
Laura Maychruk Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Richard Szekely
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$526,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-0.57%
Current Estimated Value
$834,356

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$308,356
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.22%
Original Mortgage
$226,000
Outstanding Balance
$143,834
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$690,522

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1997
Sold by
Fuschi Mary H
Bought by
Schaller Thomas and Bentley Julia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$199,400
Interest Rate
7.7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 1994
Sold by
Sotkiewicz Todd Joseph and Sotkiewicz Mary Margaret
Bought by
Fuschi Gary L and Fuschi Mary H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$197,550
Interest Rate
8.53%
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
Carvalho Marco A $526,000 First American Title
Schaller Thomas -- --
Schaller Thomas $166,666 --
Fuschi Gary L $219,500 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Carvalho Marco A $226,000
Previous Owner Schaller Thomas $199,400
Previous Owner Fuschi Gary L $197,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/14/2019 06/14/19 Sold $526,000 -0.6% $220 / Sq Ft
05/05/2019 05/05/19 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2019 04/03/19 For Sale $529,000 -- $221 / 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 $13,408 $52,294 $12,100 $40,194
2024 $13,408 $52,294 $12,100 $40,194
2023 $13,738 $52,294 $12,100 $40,194
2022 $13,738 $45,964 $10,472 $35,492
2021 $13,258 $45,962 $10,471 $35,491
2020 $13,024 $45,962 $10,471 $35,491
2019 $11,444 $40,293 $9,540 $30,753
2018 $13,480 $49,305 $9,540 $39,765
2017 $13,450 $49,305 $9,540 $39,765
2016 $11,573 $38,473 $7,911 $30,562
2015 $11,330 $38,473 $7,911 $30,562
2014 $10,394 $38,473 $7,911 $30,562
2013 $9,889 $37,677 $7,911 $29,766
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10329409

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-12-102-005-0000

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