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$750,000

240 FOREST Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
7 Beds4 Baths6 days
240 FOREST Avenue·River Forest, IL 60305
7Bedrooms
4Bathrooms
1909Year Built
About This Home

Charming and spacious Victorian 2-flat on an expansive double lot in a quiet cul-de-sac street. This magnificent property is located on a corner lot and features high ceilings and charming bay windows bringing in incredible natural light along with beautiful original woodwork throughout. The first floor offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and the potential to duplex down to the unfinished basement. It also includes a lovely enclosed rear porch. The top-floor duplex boasts 5 bedrooms, an office, and 2 baths, with each unit offering separate living and dining rooms. Both kitchens include stainless steel appliances, complemented by stunning maple hardwood floors. Additional features include central heat/air, two laundry sets in the basement for convenience, a 2-car garage plus an extra parking pad, and a lovely side lot with endless possibilities. Some updates could be done to truly add massive value to this property, making it perfect for an investor, owner-occupant, or a single-family conversion. PRIME LOCATION- close to parks, schools, Metra, and downtown. A rare opportunity with incredible potential!

MLS# 12206002Listed November 12, 2024Residential IncomeVictorian
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms7
Total Bathrooms4
Total Rooms15

Size & Structure

Garage Spaces2
Year Built1909
Lot Size134X63X133X62

Location

CountyCook
TownshipRiver Forest
Zip Code60305

Financial

List Price$750,000
Annual Taxes (2023)$20,172
Monthly Tax Est.$1,681
Parcel #15123070070000
Interior Features

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Basement

UnfinishedFull
Exterior & Lot

Foundation

Block

Patio & Porch

PatioPorch
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Parking

Garage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedOff StreetSide ApronOwnedGarage
HOA & Community

Community Features

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Lincoln Elementary School
District: 90
Middle School
Roosevelt School
District: 90
High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
District: 200
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$20,172
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,681
per month
Property Location

240 FOREST Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 — Cook County

$750,000
240 FOREST Avenue
7 bd4 ba
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
6 days on market
2-car garage
134X63X133X62
$20,172/yr taxes
$5,623
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$3,942/mo
Property Tax
$1,681/mo
$750,000
20% — $150,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$600,000
Down Payment
$150,000

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

Listed by
Compass
Agent: Melanie Giglio
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