$950,000
SOLD AUG 15, 2025

934 Jackson Ave River Forest, IL 60305

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,251 Sq Ft
9,252 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$422 Per Sq Ft

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Room
  • Willard Elementary School Rated A
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • 4-minute walk to Centennial Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Elegant and natural light drenched Arts and Crafts inspired home in Prime River Forest Location! This beautifully crafted full brick home boasts a slate roof, copper gutters is situated on a sought-after charming block. Step into a welcoming foyer with a classic arched entryway and onto the gracious living room features a pair of French doors and a gas log fireplace, while the formal dining room opens seamlessly into a cozy family room and onto the kitchen. The stunning white kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, double oven, warming drawer, and beverage cooler-perfect for both daily living and entertaining. The open layout connects the kitchen, breakfast room, and inviting family room, all overlooking the professionally landscaped, park-like yard and patio. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and an updated full bath. The fully renovated lower level offers even more space with a full bath, recreation room, craft room, and laundry room. Unbeatable location in the heart of River Forest-just a short walk to schools, parks, library, shops, restaurants, Metra and CTA. Bright, cheerful, and move-in ready-this home is the perfect blend of classic charm and modern comfort. Brand new SpacePak installed June 11th.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Behan

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475175921 Listed on: 07/14/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Emily Gangwer

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475169029

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,412

Year Built

  • Built in 1932

Lot Details

  • 9,252 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x184

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,251 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

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

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,412

Year Built

Built in 1932

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
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 2251
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Recreation Room, Storage, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2124
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X184
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18411.85
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2025
Closed on
Aug 13, 2025
Sold by
Luce Michael Edward and Luce Natalie Bauer
Bought by
Hoffman Eric and Hoffman Jacquelyn
Seller's Agent
Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Emily Gangwer
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$949,900
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.01%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$950,697

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$697
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.23%
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Outstanding Balance
$759,346
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$191,351

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 4, 2018
Closed on
Nov 7, 2018
Sold by
Nix Matthew T and Nix Katherine S
Bought by
Bauer Luce Michael Edward and Bauer Luce Natalie
Seller's Agent
Colleen Navigato
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Valeria Gubenko
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$729,000
Sold Price
$690,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-5.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.85%
Original Mortgage
$552,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2003
Sold by
Smith Kathleen K and Smith John N
Bought by
Nix Matthew T and Nix Katherine S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 1999
Sold by
Smith John Newell and Smith Kathleen K
Bought by
Smith Kathleen K and Smith John N
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $950,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $690,000 Citywide Title Corporation
Warranty Deed $575,000 Prairie Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $760,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $552,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $460,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $950,000 0.0% $422 / Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Sale $949,900 +37.7% $422 / Sq Ft
11/16/2018 11/16/18 Sold $690,000 -4.0% $307 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/15/2018 10/15/18 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2018 10/06/18 Price Changed $719,000 -1.4% $319 / Sq Ft
10/03/2018 10/03/18 For Sale $729,000 0.0% $324 / Sq Ft
09/10/2018 09/10/18 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2018 09/04/18 For Sale $729,000 -- $324 / 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
2024 $18,412 $67,105 $11,100 $56,005
2023 $13,728 $78,000 $11,100 $66,900
2022 $13,728 $45,933 $9,713 $36,220
2021 $13,248 $45,931 $9,712 $36,219
2020 $15,600 $54,439 $9,712 $44,727
2019 $14,912 $51,466 $8,787 $42,679
2018 $14,115 $51,466 $8,787 $42,679
2017 $14,083 $51,466 $8,787 $42,679
2016 $14,474 $47,490 $7,400 $40,090
2015 $14,179 $47,490 $7,400 $40,090
2014 $13,004 $47,490 $7,400 $40,090
2013 $12,659 $47,494 $9,250 $38,244
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12419862

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-01-407-012-0000