1045 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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OFF MARKET

$1,511,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,527 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

1045 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

Est. Refi. Payment $10,383/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 25, 2024 for $1,265,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.51M
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$106K (+7.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$246K (+19.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +124% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.51M
July 2026$1.51M
June 2026$1.53M
May 2026$1.54M
April 2026$1.52M
March 2026$1.5M
February 2026$1.46M
January 2026$1.44M
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2024
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2020
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1117 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,340,000
09/24/25
4
3.5
3,091
1038 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,466,000
09/16/25
5
4
3,334
1030 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,685,000
07/21/26
4
3
3,916
923 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,199,000
06/12/26
3
2.5
2,840
931 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
08/03/26
4
3.5
3,197
1317 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
03/26/26
4
3.5
3,240
1206 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
02/25/26
5
4
3,500
1235 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$775,000
05/05/26
4
3.5
2,218
1444 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
10/15/25
4
2.5
3,505

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1038 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.05
$1,536,000
5
4
3,334
Off Market
1030 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.06
$1,685,000
4
3
3,916
Recently Sold
1102 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.05
$1,708,600
4
3.5
3,484
Off Market
1114 N Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.07
$1,042,400
4
3.5
-
Off Market
1044 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.05
$2,313,700
5
5.5
4,974
Off Market
1122 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.08
$1,511,200
6
5.5
5,362
Off Market
1117 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.11
$1,402,200
4
3.5
3,091
Off Market
1125 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.12
$1,094,000
4
2.5
2,881
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, River Forest, IL 60305
0.12
$800,000
3
2.5
1,726
Recently Sold
1046 N Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.15
$1,066,900
4
3.5
2,354
Off Market
936 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.15
$920,700
3
2.5
1,866
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1960
Lot Size
0.26 acres
Living Area
3,527 sqft
Price/Sqft
$429
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Stunning 4 BR 4 BA Mid-Century Modern Home in the heart of River Forest is completely updated and expanded. Sensitive but creative design by Tom Bassett-Dilley Architects and build-out by the craftsman at Von Dreele Freerksen. The updates included Marvin Windows, Kitchen, bathrooms, roof in addition to geothermal heating and cooling plus solar for total energy efficiency! Sought after open floor plan is accentuated with big windows, skylights, a huge crab orchard stone fireplace and Vermont slate in the main part of the 1st floor. Enjoy the open kitchen layout with island seating. The kitchen flows into the breakfast room with additional cabinetry and patio door for easy access to the BBQ. Large Laundry/Utility room off this space for total convenience. The first floor also features an extra large family room and full bath, which if needed could be used as a first-floor bedroom. The top-floor primary bedroom addition has a walk-in closet, en suite bath, and an office with treetop views. Off the main floor up 4 stairs find three more bedrooms, which include a second primary bedroom with an en suite bath plus a full hall bath, with artful tile. Head downstairs to the partially finished, dugout basement, which awaits your creative ideas. Stubbed for an extra bath this space could be an additional family room, game room, bedroom or two, 2nd home office, or gym. This huge space has ample large windows and ceiling height. There is also a door to the outside. This house can live like a ranch, a big or small home, and is absolutely ideal for entertaining!
1045 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,527 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $1,265,000 on Nov 25, 2024 (7% below the $1,365,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,511,400, with a rent estimate of $6,550/month.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Greer Haseman, (708) 606-8896
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Chris Curran, (708) 366-0400
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Noelle Dunn, (847) 877-3473, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12184654

Home Details for 1045 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3527 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Gas CooktopDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant,GeothermalHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,GeothermalHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiant
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Driveway,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960Year Renovated: 2012
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15013080370000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,365,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 18 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: River Forest
School Information
Elementary School: Willard Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 90Jr High / Middle School: Roosevelt SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 90High School: Oak Park & River Forest High SchHigh School District: 200

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Geothermal Heating/Cooling System

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12184654

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 25, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654
Sold
$1,265,000
Nov 18, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654
Pending
$1,365,000
Oct 19, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654
Contingent
$1,365,000
Oct 10, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12184654
Listed For Sale
$1,365,000
Jul 1, 2010
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07505309
Sold
$650,000

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
31
2MoM

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What Locals Say about River Forest

At least 104 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say car is needed

  • 63 % Say there are community events

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Krist Haiman
    "It’s right next to downtown and has a lot of things to do and has public transportation everywhere, it’s well mixed too"
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  • Lou Friedmann
    "Better schools than most of the state Suburban vibe without the pretence. My kids grew up here, I would do it again"
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    "We have dinners and block parties and pot lucks and welcome to the neighborhood get togethers. We play bunch every other week."
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  • Quinncarlson
    "Close to city, great schools, great community and love being in between midway and ohare. It’s very walkable to libes, green line, metra and several grocery stores. We have lived here for 5 years now and used to live in city. Doesn’t feel like a ‘burb’."
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  • Tatiana P.
    "I live near by and pass through this area every day. great family area and schools are good. "
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  • Mom
    "Park events, theatre group at Austin gardens, concerts at other local parks, sporting events at two local Universities, 4th of July at Oak Park River Forest High School. Tour of Frank Lloyd Wright homes. "
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  • Witt.VictoriaL
    "This has been my home since 2001. In my opinion you cannot beat the combination of walkability, access to downtown, schools, parks, neighbors....it's a special place."
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  • Angela W.
    "We have great access to public transportation and my commute to downtown is 20-40, depending on traffic."
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  • Suzanne D. a.
    "I’ve lived in RF for 7.5 years. Never want to leave! It’s a true community and it’s beautiful. Proximity to Oak Park and the city are key. "
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  • Vanessa A.
    "Proximity to the city, excellent schools, great neighbors, beautiful architecture, family friendly activities "
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  • Lizkahlingstetson
    "Great schools, walkability to transportation, schools and retail/restaurants, engaged and friendly neighbors"
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  • Tyandmeegan
    "It’s the most historically beautiful suburb there is. The people are all friendly, educated, socially involved and have a deep interest in their community."
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Frequently asked questions about 1045 Forest Ave

  • What is 1045 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1045 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL is $1,511,400.
  • What is the price history for 1045 Forest Ave?
    1045 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL last sold for $1,265,000 in November 2024.
  • Is River Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    River Forest is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about River Forest?
    Residents describe River Forest, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in River Forest, IL.
  • Does 1045 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1045 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1045 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1045 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL has in-unit laundry.

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