$1,325,000

beds

baths

half bath

2,405

square ft

130 Gale Avenue

River Forest, Illinois 60305

New / MLS #12651106 / Single Family / River Forest

Listing information updated 5/18/2026 at 11:03am

Completely updated and turn-key 5 bed, 2.5 bath home (approx.3500 sq ft of living space) on a 10,000 sq ft lot in a prime, highly walkable River Forest location. Steps to RF Metra station, Washington Commons Park, Keystone Paddle Courts, and Lincoln Elementary. Built with excellent original details preserved and tastefully updated. Charming screened-in front porch overlooking professionally landscaped yard - ideal for outdoor entertaining. Welcoming foyer with coat closet leads to cozy study/office with gas log fireplace, built-ins, and leaded glass windows. Spacious living room with original leaded glass; large formal dining room with built-in hutch and beamed ceiling. Gourmet kitchen: marble hex floor, custom Greenfield cabinetry, Carrera marble counters, custom sink, Ilve range, smoked glass fridge, barn wood accents, ample storage + open shelving. Adjacent breakfast room with bay window overlooking massive backyard. Main level also includes 1st floor bedroom/rec/craft room + powder room. Upper level: 4 bedrooms including primary suite with a his and hers walk in closet also with marble hex floor, dual custom concrete sinks, clay subway tile shower + separate soaking tub, and walk-in closet. Updated hall bath with black/white subway tile scheme. Finished English basement: large rec/family room with exposed brick and grade-level windows for natural light; additional storage behind barn doors; access to backyard via Dutch door. Basement has a extra office room. 2-car detached garage. Massive with extra storage room built in. Newer mechanicals, beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of main/upper levels. Great condition inside and out. See attached document for list of further updates and amenities.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

American 4-Sq.,Bungalow

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full,Daylight

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Steam

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,405

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

13x18 - Main

Dining Room:

14x13 - Main

Kitchen:

8x8 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x13 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

9x11 - Second

Bedroom 5:

11x12 - Main Level

Office:

11x9 - Main Level

Breakfast Room:

12x7 - Main Level

Foyer:

5x5 - Main Level

Recreation Rm:

20x28 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$17,622

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60305

City:

River Forest

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

90, 200

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School

Middle School:

Roosevelt School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Architecture Style:

American 4-Sq.,Bungalow

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full,Daylight

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Steam

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,405

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

13x18 - Main

Dining Room:

14x13 - Main

Kitchen:

8x8 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x13 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

9x11 - Second

Bedroom 5:

11x12 - Main Level

Office:

11x9 - Main Level

Breakfast Room:

12x7 - Main Level

Foyer:

5x5 - Main Level

Recreation Rm:

20x28 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$17,622

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60305

City:

River Forest

County:

Cook

School District(s):

90, 200

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School

Middle School:

Roosevelt School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Listing Office: Beaulieu Real Estate

Listing Office Phone: 773.282.7979

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130 Gale Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 is a single family home currently listed at $1,325,000. 130 Gale Avenue features 5 Beds, 2 Baths, 1 Half Bath. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since May 18th, 2026 and was built in 1918. Nearby schools include Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt School, and Oak Park & River Forest High Sch. The nearest transit stops include Forest Park CTA Blue line and River Forest Metra Metra Milwaukee District West line.