Brian Behan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(833) 418-3024
139 Total Sales
71 in River Forest
$115K - $2M Price Range
943 Monroe Ave River Forest, IL 60305
River Forest Area
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,260
Sq Ft
1924
Built
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Sun or Florida Room
- Willard Elementary School Rated A
- Bonus Room
- Sitting Room
About This Home
As of September 2026This stunning brick Dutch Colonial is located in the center of River Forest. Featuring three bedrooms on the second level and an additional bedroom in the lower level, this home is sure to impress from the moment you walk through the door. The expansive floor plan is seamless for entertaining and offers many layout options. Highlights include a custom-designed kitchen curated by North & Madison that opens to the dining and family room areas, as well as a generous living room that connects to a sunroom, which could easily serve as an office or playroom. The large primary suite on the second level features a walk-in closet, access to a screened-in porch, and options to add a primary bath. Additionally, a third-floor walk-up attic provides endless potential. The basement was thoughtfully planned and renovated in 2024 to include a full bath, an additional bedroom, a beautiful laundry area, a large storage room, and two recreation areas equipped with cabinetry and space for entertaining. New roof this year too!! Fantastic location, walkable to award winning schools, parks, El/Metra and steps to Concordia. Don't miss this special home.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,798
Year Built
- Built in 1924 | Remodeled in 2020
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 174
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,260 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Willard Elementary School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2019
Closed on
Apr 26, 2019
Sold by
Robert J Buschmann Declaration Of Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Donna Serpico
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Colleen Navigato
Compass
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$539,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.75%
Original Mortgage
$499,999
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 1995
Sold by
Buschmann Robert J and Buschmann Marybeth T
Bought by
Buschmann Robert J and Buschmann Marybeth Tank
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in River Forest, IL
-
Brian Behan
-
Edward Gunther
Edward Gunther
Keller Williams North Shore West
(224) 287-9194
23 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$100,000 Price
-
Helen Paredes
Helen Paredes
@properties Christies International Real Estate
(877) 801-0624
47 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$245,000 Price
-
Rafay Qamar
Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,072 Total Sales
3 in River Forest
$103K - $260K Price Range
-
Lisa Magidson
Lisa Magidson
North Clybourn Group, Inc.
(888) 367-2916
142 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$365,000 Price
-
Tiana Key
Tiana Key
Redhawk Realty IL
(708) 859-6233
75 Total Sales
1 in River Forest
$92,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $539,000 | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $499,999 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2026 09/10/26 | Sold | $1,030,000 | +4.1% | $456 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/11/2026 08/11/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/06/2026 08/06/26 | For Sale | $989,000 | +83.5% | $438 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/29/2019 04/29/19 | Sold | $539,000 | 0.0% | $238 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/06/2019 03/06/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/05/2019 03/05/19 | For Sale | $539,000 | -- | $238 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $20,258 | $69,520 | $11,280 | $58,240 |
| 2024 | $20,258 | $69,520 | $11,280 | $58,240 |
| 2023 | $17,418 | $74,000 | $11,280 | $62,720 |
| 2022 | $17,418 | $53,941 | $9,870 | $44,071 |
| 2021 | $16,775 | $53,940 | $9,870 | $44,070 |
| 2020 | $16,391 | $53,940 | $9,870 | $44,070 |
| 2019 | $14,186 | $51,870 | $8,930 | $42,940 |
| 2018 | $15,725 | $59,690 | $8,930 | $50,760 |
| 2017 | $15,700 | $59,690 | $8,930 | $50,760 |
| 2016 | $16,000 | $54,018 | $7,520 | $46,498 |
| 2015 | $15,650 | $54,018 | $7,520 | $46,498 |
| 2014 | $14,363 | $54,018 | $7,520 | $46,498 |
| 2013 | $14,802 | $56,968 | $9,400 | $47,568 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Colleen Navigato
Seller's Agent in 2026
Colleen Navigato
Compass
(708) 989-0989
96 Total Sales
-
Madeline Heller
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Madeline Heller
Baird Warner
(847) 736-3371
53 Total Sales
-
Donna Serpico
Seller's Agent in 2019
Donna Serpico
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 565-5262
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12727411
APN: 15-01-409-002-0000
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