1220 William St, River Forest, IL 60305
OFF MARKET

1220 William St
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 5 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 5,192 sqft (on 0.39 acres)

$1,937,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,301/mo*
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$1,937,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $13,301/mo*
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5 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,192 sqft
(on 0.39 acres)

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
Lot Size
0.39 acres
Living Area
5,192 sqft
Price/Sqft
$373
Parking
Garage

About this House

Stunning and stately in prime location across from Priory Park with luxurious updates, generous space, and jumbo sized/park-like yard! This classic Tudor defines 'forever home' with grand rooms, thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, and an ideal layout for entertaining. Brilliantly designed by Jean Stouffer, kitchen meets and exceeds the needs of a semi-pro chef while celebrating the grandeur of the home's elegance. The inviting space includes extra long dining/serving island, 2 dishwashers new in 2022, walk-in pantry, separate bar/buffet with beverage refrigerator and ice maker, high end appliances, furniture-quality custom cabinetry, well appointed storage solutions, exquisite finishes and custom French doors that open to outdoor porch/patio dining. The light and bright living room/dining room combo is glamorous yet practical with plenty of room for formal dining plus additional lounge area. Giant 1st floor family room with heated floors, gas fireplace, views of glorious yard, office nook, and yet another dining area. Primary suite stretches across the entire south wing of the home's second floor and includes 'his and hers' separate bathrooms, tons of storage, tandem room that could be a nursery or den/library, and sunroom overlooking backyard treetops. Second floor also features updated Jack and Jill bathroom and 2nd and 3rd enormous bedrooms. Third floor offers a 4th large bedroom and possible 5th bedroom/bonus space plus full bathroom. Finished basement with large rec room, updated full bathroom, uniquely functional laundry room, high ceilings, and dedicated storage spaces. The backyard is outdoor living at its best with hardscape patio, bar/raised dining space, fire feature, lush.landscaping strategically designed for maximum privacy, newer 2018 built garage, and 2018 concrete apron. Walk to award winning schools, oversized lot, prime location, gorgeous block, smart updates throughout, and meticulously maintained. Truly a timeless beauty with space for everyone!
1220 William St, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,192 sqft single-family home. It last sold for the $1,499,900 asking price on Aug 19, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,937,600, with a rent estimate of $7,015/month.

Home Details for 1220 William St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation Rm, Storage, Sun Room, Utility Room Lower Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5192 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Tile
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Side Driveway,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Tudor
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, StoneNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15012170150000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,499,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jul 21 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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12096717

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Maria Cullerton, (312) 501-2033
Compass
Bought with: Maria Cullerton, (312) 501-2033, Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12096717

Price History for 1220 William St

DatePriceEventSource
08/19/2024$1,500,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096717
08/09/2024$1,499,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096717
07/22/2024$1,499,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096717
06/27/2024$1,499,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096717
05/22/2024$1,500,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11992451
05/17/2024$1,575,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11992451
04/12/2024$1,599,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11992451
12/06/1999$730,000Sold
N/A
05/13/1998$415,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$35,229
Assessment$1,270,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1220 William St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1138 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$2,110,000
05/04/26
5
5.5
4,782
1026 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$2,810,000
11/25/25
5
5.5
5,630
1037 Belleforte Ave, Oak Park, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,840,000
04/06/26
6
5.5
5,735
7424 Berkshire St, River Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
10/09/25
4
3.5
3,000
1317 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
03/26/26
4
3.5
3,240
810 N Marion St, Oak Park, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,292,000
11/21/25
5
5.5
5,100
940 Bonnie Brae Pl, River Forest, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
04/16/26
4
4
3,701
838 William St, River Forest, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,865,000
12/08/25
5
3.5
5,100
823 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$1,865,000
05/13/26
6
5.5
5,551

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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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    "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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