Estimated payment $4,991/month
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Tennis Courts
- Formal Dining Room
- Roosevelt Middle School Rated A
- Home Office
- 4-minute walk to Centennial Park
About This Home
Solid Structure. Endless possibility. Prime River Forest Location. Bring your design visions to River Forest's most desired tree-line streets. 700 Monroe Ave offers the rare chance to create a dream home from the inside out - the interior is ready for a full gut rehab, while key exterior updates are already complete. The home's handsome brick facade has been fully tuck-pointed, ensuring long-term structural integrity and a new two-car garage has just been built- major expenses already handled. Inside is a blank canvass awaiting your custom floor plan, finishes and fixtures. Nestled among stately homes and mature trees, sits moments from River Forest's top-rated schools, METRA station, parks and Lake Street dining. Whether you're a builder, investor or homeowner ready to craft a truly personalized residence, the groundwork is here-and the potential is exceptional. PROPERTY SOLD AS-IS, Showings by appointment 24 hours notice please.
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475173049 Listed on: 12/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,601
Year Built
- Built in 1918
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 35x104
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,123 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,601 | $55,000 | $4,732 | $50,268 |
| 2023 | $14,207 | $55,000 | $4,732 | $50,268 |
| 2022 | $14,207 | $50,154 | $4,095 | $46,059 |
| 2021 | $13,733 | $50,153 | $4,095 | $46,058 |
| 2020 | $13,543 | $50,153 | $4,095 | $46,058 |
| 2019 | $13,659 | $50,173 | $3,731 | $46,442 |
| 2018 | $10,680 | $50,173 | $3,731 | $46,442 |
| 2017 | $10,455 | $50,173 | $3,731 | $46,442 |
| 2016 | $13,402 | $44,157 | $3,094 | $41,063 |
| 2015 | $13,126 | $44,157 | $3,094 | $41,063 |
| 2014 | $12,039 | $44,157 | $3,094 | $41,063 |
| 2013 | $12,127 | $45,608 | $3,094 | $42,514 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 12/02/25 | Price Changed | $799,000 | 0.0% | $376 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/02/2025 12/02/25 | For Sale | $799,000 | +35.0% | $376 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/25/2024 09/25/24 | Sold | $592,000 | -1.3% | $279 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/08/2024 08/08/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/02/2024 08/02/24 | For Sale | $600,000 | -- | $283 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $592,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12511397
APN: 15-12-201-026-0000
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