NOT LISTED FOR SALE

835 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305

Estimated Value: $1,086,000 - $1,154,818

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,500 Sq Ft
$322/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 28, 2022

Last sale price $915,000 $261 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,918/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 1-Story Property
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Attached Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Centennial Park

About This Home

As of January 2022

Beautiful Burma brick built side entrance colonial home with a porte cochere for easy access. Located in the desirable central part of River Forest, close to schools, parks and transportation. The inviting foyer with original art glass windows and impressive staircase evokes a warm welcome. Special features in the living room and formal dining room include beautiful octagon bay windows, a wood burning fireplace, crown moldings, hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light. Coved ceilings, and newer windows continue into the cozy den off the dining room with lovely views of the backyard. The updated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, glass backsplash, inlay wood flooring and pantry closet connects to a butler's pantry and mudroom. The 2nd and 3rd floors offer 4 large bedrooms, 2 nice sized tandems that can be used as an office or extra kid's room. The main bedroom has a private bath with walk-in shower and the 2nd remodeled bath hosts a large soaking tub and double vanity. On the lower level is a large family room and lots of additional storage. The 2-car attached garage is accessed by a side drive. The backyard provides lots of green space for play or entertaining.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberly Wojack & Anne Ferri

Baird & Warner, Inc. Listed on: 11/22/2021

Baird & Warner, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Zahara Bazigos

Keller Williams Infinity License #475184286

Keller Williams Infinity

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1936

Lot Details

  • 0.32

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1936

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Property Sub Type: 1 Story
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MRD90140
  • Co List Office Phone: (708) 697-5900
  • Directions: Chicago Ave. west from Harlem to Monroe and go north until 835.
  • Lot Size: 50X140
  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1936

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Other Equipment: Security System
  • Dining Room Type: Attic, Den, Foyer, Recreation Room, Study, Heated Sun Room, Tandem Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • Exterior Features: Storms/Screens, Workshop
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Streetlights
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Space Pac
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 200
  • Middle Or Junior School: Roosevelt School

Lot Info

  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Additional Parcels: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16

Tax Info

  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Tax Annual Amount: 20326
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2024
Sold by
Berger Ian D and Leal Berenice
Bought by
Ian Berger And Berenice Berger Declaration Of and Berger
Current Estimated Value
$1,128,455

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2021
Closed on
Feb 4, 2022
Sold by
Kuntz Donald R
Bought by
Berger Ian D and Leal Berenice
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Wojack & Anne Ferri
Baird & Warner, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Zahara Bazigos
Keller Williams Infinity
List Price
$880,000
Sold Price
$915,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
3.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.42%
Original Mortgage
$732,000
Interest Rate
2.5%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2021
Closed on
Jan 14, 2022
Sold by
Kuntz Donald R
Bought by
Berger Ian D and Leal Berenice
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Wojack & Anne Ferri
Baird & Warner, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Zahara Bazigos
Keller Williams Infinity
List Price
$880,000
Sold Price
$915,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
3.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$732,000
Interest Rate
2.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2003
Sold by
Lasalle Bank Na
Bought by
Kuntz Donald R and Kuntz Rebecca

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$664,000
Interest Rate
6.44%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ian Berger And Berenice Berger Declaration Of -- None Listed On Document
Berger Ian D $915,000 --
Berger Ian D $915,000 --
Kuntz Donald R $830,000 Agtf Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Berger Ian D $732,000
Previous Owner Kuntz Donald R $664,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/28/2022 01/28/22 Sold $915,000 +4.0% $261 / Sq Ft
12/21/2021 12/21/21 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2021 11/22/21 For Sale $880,000 -- $251 / 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
2025 $24,912 $91,000 $16,920 $74,080
2024 $24,912 $91,000 $16,920 $74,080
2023 $21,498 $91,000 $16,920 $74,080
2022 $21,498 $69,993 $14,805 $55,188
2021 $20,731 $69,993 $14,805 $55,188
2020 $20,326 $69,993 $14,805 $55,188
2019 $23,100 $77,842 $13,395 $64,447
2018 $21,867 $77,842 $13,395 $64,447
2017 $21,806 $77,842 $13,395 $64,447
2016 $22,502 $72,445 $11,280 $61,165
2015 $22,066 $72,445 $11,280 $61,165
2014 $20,228 $72,445 $11,280 $61,165
2013 $19,516 $71,796 $14,100 $57,696
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Zahara Bazigos

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Zahara Bazigos

    Keller Williams Infinity

    (630) 536-9311

    1 in this area

    191 Total Sales

    Zahara Bazigos
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11286628

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-415-003-0000

Illinois Cook County River Forest 60305

835 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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