$1,466,000

beds

baths

half baths

3,334

square ft

1038 Forest Avenue

River Forest, Illinois 60305

Closed / MLS #12442934 / Single Family / River Forest

Listing information updated 9/18/2025 at 6:03am

Stunning, sophisticated, sun-drenched ! This home is located on one of the most sought after quiet, tree-lined blocks in River Forest. This BEAUTY sits on an oversized lot (50x219). The home was thoughtfully renovated in 2018 by the prior owner. The moment you step up to the front porch, you will fall in love. As you peer into the foyer with marble tiles, the custom doors & tall ceiling height draw you into the home where the natural sunlight beams throughout! The living room is a classic beauty boasting original restored 8 foot pocket sliding doors, decorative fire place with black soapstone surround and an additional 3 season sunroom( currently used a playroom) The kitchen features a 48" six burner with griddle Wolf range double oven, pot-filler, custom hood, separate built-in full height refrigerator and freezer, and porcelain countertops from countertop to ceiling. The large walk-in pantry includes a second full-sized refrigerator and plenty of storage. Dining space is sun drenched and overlooks the beautifully landscaped and patio--with New custom 2 car plus garage. The second floor features 4 bedrooms. The large primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and marble bathroom with dual sinks and walk in shower. There is also a second full bath with tub on the second level. 5th bedroom is freshly carpeted and tucked away on 3rd floor, which also includes a small plumbed quarter bath plus an extra den or closet space. The finished basement has a full bathroom, office ( currently has a bed in it) , storage room, laundry room with side by side washer and dryer, not to mention a good sized Rec room. Prior owner did the full renovation in 2018 - windows, HVAC, plumbing, electric, flooring sanded and re-stained, sump pump, drain tiles and overhead sewer. Sellers have never used the fireplace; fireplace being sold As Is. See agent remarks for list of improvements done by this owner.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,334

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.2514

Internal Features:

Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

24x14 - Main

Dining Room:

18x15 - Main

Kitchen:

17x12 - Main

Family Room:

12x19 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

19x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

15x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

13x19 - Second

Walk In Closet:

9x8 - Second Level

Office:

10x9 - Third Level

Bedroom 5:

21x13 - Third Level

Play Room:

23x12 - Basement Level

Other Room:

15x11 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$28,658

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60305

City:

River Forest

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

90, 200

Elementary School:

Willard Elementary School

Middle School:

Roosevelt School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,334

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.2514

Internal Features:

Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

24x14 - Main

Dining Room:

18x15 - Main

Kitchen:

17x12 - Main

Family Room:

12x19 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

19x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

15x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

13x19 - Second

Walk In Closet:

9x8 - Second Level

Office:

10x9 - Third Level

Bedroom 5:

21x13 - Third Level

Play Room:

23x12 - Basement Level

Other Room:

15x11 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$28,658

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60305

City:

River Forest

County:

Cook

School District(s):

90, 200

Elementary School:

Willard Elementary School

Middle School:

Roosevelt School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Listing Office: Compass

Listing Office Phone: 708.771.8040

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