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$600,000

700 Monroe Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
4 Beds3 Baths0 sqft7 days
700 Monroe Avenue·River Forest, IL 60305
4Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1918Year Built
About This Home

Discover the potential of this gem nestled among multi-million-dollar homes. Perfect for rehabbers, this property offers a unique chance to transform a solid, all-brick home into a masterpiece. Owned by the same family for over 35 years, it boasts strong bones and a classic layout with formal living and dining rooms, a spacious office, and an eat-in kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and a full bath, while the basement, already plumbed for an additional bathroom, awaits your finishing touches. With over 2000 square feet above grade and built in 1920, this home exudes timeless charm. Though it needs TLC and is sold as-is, its prime location on a great block, within walking distance to shopping, parks, schools, library and trains, makes this home a rare find. Bring your vision and creativity to this promising property and create an exceptional residence in a highly desirable location. Don't miss this opportunity to make it your dream home!

MLS# 12127758Listed August 2, 2024Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths1
Half Baths2
Total Rooms8

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1918
Lot Size35X104

Location

CountyCook
TownshipRiver Forest
Zip Code60305

Financial

List Price$600,000
Annual Taxes (2022)$14,207
Monthly Tax Est.$1,184
Parcel #15122010260000
Interior Features

Heating

Steam

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Basement

UnfinishedFull

Fireplace

Wood Burning
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public SewerStorm Sewer

Water Source

Lake MichiganPublic

Parking

On SiteAttachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

ParkTennis Court(s)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
$14,207
Tax Year 2022
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,184
per month
Property Location

700 Monroe Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305Cook County

$600,000
700 Monroe 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
1 fireplace
35X104
$14,207/yr taxes
$4,337
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$3,153/mo
Property Tax
$1,184/mo
$600,000
20% — $120,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$480,000
Down Payment
$120,000

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

Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent: Elizabeth Badrinath
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