$525,000

beds

baths

half bath

2,600

square ft

1407 Monroe Avenue

River Forest, Illinois 60305

Contingent / MLS #12570907 / Single Family / River Forest

Listing information updated 2/23/2026 at 11:43am

The opportunity of a lifetime awaits in this incredible, stately brick home on a 50x188 deep lot in coveted River Forest. First time on the market in over 70 years, the home has been lovingly maintained and is ready for its next chapter. This sunny home is filled with positive energy and good vibes! Gorgeous oak floors on both the 1st and 2nd levels. Amazing stained glass, leaded, and picture windows can be found throughout this impressive property, which is beaming with vintage charm. The 1st floor features a lovely living room, dining room, and family room. An additional sunroom off the kitchen overlooks the gorgeous backyard. The 2nd floor is well laid out with 3 large bedrooms and oversized closets. Massive finished basement space adds to the possibilities. A functional floor plan makes redesign easy. A sprawling backyard oasis features a full-car garage. It doesn't get better. Gather your ideas, your next home awaits!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Radiator(s)

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Detached,Side Apron,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,600

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s)

Room Information

Living Room:

20x15 - Main

Dining Room:

18x15 - Main

Kitchen:

14x10 - Main

Family Room:

14x18 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

13x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x15 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

13x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

30x19 - Basement Level

Heated Sun Room:

8x18 - Main Level

Laundry:

8x16 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$13,385

Tax Year:

2024

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

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Window Unit(s)

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Radiator(s)

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Detached,Side Apron,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,600

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s)

Living Room:

20x15 - Main

Dining Room:

18x15 - Main

Kitchen:

14x10 - Main

Family Room:

14x18 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

13x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x15 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

13x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

30x19 - Basement Level

Heated Sun Room:

8x18 - Main Level

Laundry:

8x16 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$13,385

Tax Year:

2024

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: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 773.472.0200

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