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$150,000

1538 Park Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
1 Beds1 Baths0 sqft7 days
1538 Park Avenue·River Forest, IL 60305
1Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1961Year Built
About This Home

Easily accessible first floor 1 bed/1 bath condo in north River Forest that lives large with a very smart layout maximizing the space. Enjoy great east and west natural light through the large windows in this so well cared for home, just freshly painted top to bottom. Updates include 2021 vinyl plank flooring throughout and new ceiling fan in kitchen, plus 2022 new dishwasher and refrigerator. This spacious ground floor unit features a generous sized bedroom with nice sized closets and an large open living/dining room. 1 portable AC unit conveys. Designated parking space, designated storage in basement, and free laundry on site. Monthly assessment includes heat, water, common insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, and snow removal. Animals and rentals allowed. No planned specials. A new board began in 2025 and has worked to reduce expenses and rebuild reserves - projects already completed include power washing the awnings and entrances and rekeying the back doors. They have more projects planned for 2026! They will be painting the front and back stairwells, replacing the back door, cleaning out the basement, and fully replacing the parking lot. Fantastic walkable location, steps from Constitution Park, Willard Elementary, and all the shops and restaurants on North Ave, with easy access to downtown Chicago, the western suburbs, and both airports.

MLS# 12575680Listed April 6, 2026Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms1
Total Bathrooms1
Full Baths1
Half Baths0
Total Rooms4

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Stories3
Year Built1961
Lot SizeCOMMON

Location

CountyCook
TownshipRiver Forest
Zip Code60305

Financial

List Price$150,000
Annual Taxes (2024)$2,979
Monthly Tax Est.$248
Parcel #15011030821002
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigerator

Heating

Steam

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Basement

UnfinishedFull

Laundry

Common AreaSink
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Parking

AssignedOff AlleyYesOwned
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$385
Monthly

HOA Includes

HeatWaterParkingInsuranceExterior MaintenanceLawn CareScavengerSnow Removal
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
$2,979
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$248
per month
Property Location

1538 Park Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 — Cook County

$150,000
1538 Park Avenue
1 bd1 ba0 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
7 days on market
COMMON
$2,979/yr taxes
$385 HOA (monthly)
$1,422
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$788/mo
Property Tax
$248/mo
HOA
$385/mo
$150,000
20% — $30,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$120,000
Down Payment
$30,000

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

Listed by
Baird & Warner
Agent: Kara Gabbert Keller
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