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$1,275,000

1444 Forest Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
4 Beds3 Baths0 sqft7 days
1444 Forest Avenue·River Forest, IL 60305
4Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1928Year Built
About This Home

Beautiful Tudor filled with charm, character, and a true sense of home from the moment you arrive. Enter through the arched front door into a dramatic slate-tiled foyer, where a two-story skylight floods the space with natural light. The warmth and craftsmanship of this home are immediately felt. The sunken living room features 9.5 ft beamed ceilings, rich wood trim, oversized windows, and an impressive stone fireplace. An elegant formal dining room offers classic crown molding and a large bay window perfect for holiday gatherings. A large chefs kitchen, with custom cabinetry, open shelving, calacatta marble countertops, farmhouse sink, all complemented by high-end appliances including a Wolf 6 burner dual fuel range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Bosch dishwasher. A few steps up from the main level, the spacious family room offers a quiet retreat with custom woodwork, built-in bookshelves, a sunlit window seat overlooking the backyard, and a striking limestone wbfp. Upstairs, you'll find four large bedrooms, each with generously sized closets, along with two full baths that still showcase their original vintage charm.The finished lower level includes a sunken rec room with a wbfp-great for movie nights and game days. The large utility room offers laundry, extra storage, space for exercise equipment, and room for a third bath. A 2 car heated attached garage provides convenience and additional storage. Enjoy a peaceful backyard with a large stone patio and a built-in wood-burning fireplace-ideal for outdoor entertaining or cozy fall evenings. Located just blocks from top-rated Willard School, Constitution Park, restaurants, shops, and more.

MLS# 12448283Listed August 21, 2025ResidentialTudor
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Total Rooms10

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces3
Year Built1928
Lot Size51 x 175

Location

CountyCook
TownshipRiver Forest
Zip Code60305

Financial

List Price$1,275,000
Annual Taxes (2023)$20,855
Monthly Tax Est.$1,738
Parcel #15011020380000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalRange HoodGas Oven

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Small Duct High Velocity

Basement

FinishedFullDaylight

Laundry

Laundry Chute

Fireplace

Wood BurningGas Log
Exterior & Lot

Construction

BrickStone

Roof

Tile

Foundation

Stone

Patio & Porch

Patio
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Electric

200+ Amp Service

Parking

Heated GarageOn SiteDetachedGarage
Schools
Elementary
Willard Elementary School
District: 90
Middle School
Roosevelt School
District: 90
High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
District: 200
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$20,855
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,738
per month
Property Location

1444 Forest Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 — Cook County

$1,275,000
1444 Forest Avenue
4 bd3 ba0 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
7 days on market
2-car garage
3 fireplaces
51 x 175
$20,855/yr taxes
$8,439
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$6,701/mo
Property Tax
$1,738/mo
$1,275,000
20% — $255,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,020,000
Down Payment
$255,000

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agent: Louise Nix
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