1538 Park Avenue, River Forest, Illinois 60305
$150,000
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For Sale
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| Status: | Contingent |
| Sqft: | 761 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $197 |
| Beds: | 1 |
| Baths: | 1 |
| Year Built: | 1961 |
| Property Taxes: | $2,979 |
| Days On Market: | 9 |
| Lot Size: | 0,00 |
Description
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.
Property Specifics
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| 3 | |
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| 1961 | |
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| Cook | |
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| 385 / Monthly | |
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| 12575680 | |
| 15011030821002 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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Grade School
Willard Elementary School |
90 | — | |
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Middle School
Roosevelt School |
90 | Not in DB | |
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High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch |
200 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 12 Jun, 2009 | Sold | $110,000 | MRED MLS |
| 24 Apr, 2009 | Under contract | $129,900 | MRED MLS |
| 6 Apr, 2009 | Listed for sale | $129,900 | MRED MLS |
| 9 Mar, 2018 | Sold | $83,000 | MRED MLS |
| 25 Jan, 2018 | Under contract | $85,000 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $89,000 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Oct, 2017 | Listed for sale | $95,000 | MRED MLS |
| 20 Sep, 2021 | Sold | $100,000 | MRED MLS |
| 13 Aug, 2021 | Under contract | $100,000 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Aug, 2021 | Listed for sale | $100,000 | MRED MLS |
| 15 Apr, 2026 | Under contract | $150,000 | MRED MLS |
| 6 Apr, 2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 1
Bedrooms Above Ground: 1
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Rooms: —
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Other Specifics
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2009 | $2,693 |
| 2018 | $2,001 |
| 2021 | $2,005 |
| 2026 | $2,979 |
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Listing Provided By
Baird & Warner
