Seller's Agent in 2025
Andrew Gagliardo
Compass
(708) 456-6965
38 in this area
102 Total Sales
820 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,630
Sq Ft
1924
Built
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Wine Refrigerator
- Willard Elementary School Rated A
- Mud Room
- 3-minute walk to Centennial Park
About This Home
As of September 2025Classic, massive, brick, and beautiful! This solid, Buurma-built, side entrance Colonial updated with relaxed glamour in mind and located in highly sought after heart of River Forest. A rarely available 'must see' home that's move-in ready blend of timeless elegance and sophisticatedly designed recent renovations. 5 bedrooms, plus tandem room, 4.5 baths, all renovated (2019-2023). First floor offers large living/dining combo with leaded glass French doors, spacious foyer, first floor family room directly adjacent to Debbie Sheehan Design custom kitchen, renovated in 2021 featuring high-end appliances, massive 11 foot quartz dining island, Mark Menna custom cabinets, walk-in pantry, wine refrigerator and mini-butler's pantry. First floor also has well appointed 1st floor office and powder room updated in classic style. 2nd floor with luxurious primary bedroom includes stunning en-suite bath with walk in shower, heated floors, and marble tile renovated 2023. 2nd and 3rd jumbo-sized bedrooms both with double walk-in closets plus double access to tandem bedroom. 2nd floor also has another full bathroom with double vanity and loads of storage, renovated 2023. Massive finished 3rd floor offers versatile living space that's the entire footprint of the house and includes 5th bedroom, additional office, giant playroom room/guest area, plus a stylish bathroom with soaking tub, renovated in 2021. Finished basement is an entertainer's dream with open floorplan pool table/game room, long bar, rec room and 2nd private office, 4th full bathroom renovated in 2019 with walk-in shower, stylish mudroom added in 2020 and conveniently accessed from the 2-car attached garage. Garage also boasts additional storage, workshop area, wall storage hooks galore, space for bikes and more! 65x187 landscaped lot is fully fenced and gated with spacious yard, hardscaping for play/basketball and brick patio. Dual zoned AC and a newer high-efficiency boiler (2021). Hyper-prime location for pedestrians of every age! Walk to schools, parks, library, Metra, Green Line, padded workout track, shopping, dining, convenient to both River Forest Town Center and Downtown Oak Park. Expertly designed updates and high design finishes throughout all 4 levels of this classic beauty with room for everyone- plus space to spare! 5,162 total sq feet of living space does NOT include 566 sq foot attached garage 3rd floor 1,046 2nd floor 1,366 1st floor 1,665 Lower level 1,616
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $26,468
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Bar
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Game Room
- Play Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Willard Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Additional Features
- Lot Dimensions are 65x187
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2025
Closed on
Sep 12, 2025
Sold by
Cullerton Terrence and Cullerton Maria
Bought by
Ortiz Michael and Hudson Caroline
Seller's Agent
Andrew Gagliardo
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Dyson
REMAX Legends
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.39%
Views
52
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
-$2,296
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.53%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$700,000
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$597,704
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 3, 2019
Sold by
Cullerton Terrence
Bought by
Cullerton Terrence and Cullerton Maria
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2003
Sold by
Cendanb Mobility Financial Corp
Bought by
Cullerton Terrence
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$616,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2003
Sold by
Goff Andrew C and Goff Ann M
Bought by
Cendant Mobility Financial Corp
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$616,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 1994
Sold by
Maccarthy Terence F and Maccarthy Marian F
Bought by
Goff Andrew C and Goff Ann M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
8.78%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,300,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Warranty Deed | $770,000 | Burnet Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $770,000 | Burnet Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $555,000 | 1St American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $700,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $616,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $333,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2025 09/15/25 | Sold | $1,300,000 | +0.4% | $358 / Sq Ft |
| 08/17/2025 08/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $357 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,468 | $100,000 | $14,664 | $85,336 |
| 2024 | $26,468 | $100,000 | $14,664 | $85,336 |
| 2023 | $21,349 | $100,000 | $14,664 | $85,336 |
| 2022 | $21,349 | $69,532 | $12,831 | $56,701 |
| 2021 | $20,588 | $69,532 | $12,831 | $56,701 |
| 2020 | $20,186 | $69,532 | $12,831 | $56,701 |
| 2019 | $22,801 | $76,876 | $11,609 | $65,267 |
| 2018 | $21,583 | $76,876 | $11,609 | $65,267 |
| 2017 | $23,929 | $85,090 | $11,609 | $73,481 |
| 2016 | $21,283 | $68,655 | $9,776 | $58,879 |
| 2015 | $20,868 | $68,655 | $9,776 | $58,879 |
| 2014 | $21,501 | $76,843 | $9,776 | $67,067 |
| 2013 | $19,401 | $71,389 | $12,220 | $59,169 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Andrew Gagliardo
-
Kelly Dyson
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kelly Dyson
RE/MAX
(630) 202-3526
1 in this area
33 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12432340
APN: 15-01-414-013-0000
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