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FOR SALE

1420 N Harlem Ave #E
River Forest, IL 60305

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,044 sqft

$286,000

$299,000

Est. Mortgage $1,994/mo*

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$286,000

$299,000

Est. Mortgage $1,994/mo*

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2 Beds

1.5 Baths

1,044 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Welcome home to 1420 N Harlem, a fantastic townhouse offering the perfect blend of comfort, space, and an unbeatable River Forest location. From the moment you step inside, you'll love the warm and inviting vibe, highlighted by lovely hardwood floors and natural light. The main level features a seamless combination of living and dining rooms, creating an ideal layout for both everyday living and easy entertaining. Just off the main area, the cute, efficient kitchen is perfect for whipping up your favorite meals. Upstairs, you will find two spacious bedrooms and beautifully updated bathrooms, offering a serene retreat at the end of the day. Looking for more space? The expansive basement is a true blank slate waiting for your imagination! Whether you need a cozy family room, a quiet study space, a dedicated work-from-home office, or a home gym, this flexible area can easily adapt to your lifestyle. It has in-Unit laundry and plenty of storage, too. Outside, enjoy your own private patio space-perfect for morning coffee, casual grilling, or just soaking up some fresh air. Situated in a highly desirable, convenient neighborhood with top-rated schools and within walking distance of shopping, dining, parks, and transit, this townhouse is a gem. Schedule your tour today and start imagining the possibilities!

Home Highlights

Parking

1 Parking Spaces

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$274

Listed

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Home Details for 1420 N Harlem Ave #E

Active Status
MLS Status: Price Change

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1044 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View No View

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Unassigned,Off Alley,Yes,Owned
Frontage Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1950Year Renovated: 2015
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information Parcel Number: 15012110560000

Price & Status
Price List Price: $286,000Price Per Sqft: $274
Status Change & Dates Possession 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

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 12677866

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1105 sqft

Listing Info
Special Conditions: None

Business
Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 12677866Attribution Contact: (708) 205-9518Activation Date: Fri Jun 19 2026

Additional Information
MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago

Listing courtesy of: Lisa Grimes, (708) 205-9518

Engel & Voelkers Chicago

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12677866

Also Listed on Engel & Volkers, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026

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Price History for 1420 N Harlem Ave #E

Date	Price	Event	Source
07/09/2026	$286,000	PriceChange	Engel & Volkers #12677866
Price Change $13,000 (-4%)
06/19/2026	$299,000	Listed For Sale	Engel & Volkers #12677866

06/08/2026	$2,395	ListingRemoved	Zillow Rentals

02/23/2026	$2,395	PriceChange	Zillow Rentals
Price Change $100 (-4%)
01/28/2026	$2,495	PriceChange	Zillow Rentals
Price Change $55 (-2%)
10/22/2025	$2,550	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rentals

08/26/2023		ListingRemoved	Zillow Rentals

07/07/2023	$2,050	PriceChange	Zillow Rentals
Price Change $100 (-5%)
06/06/2023	$2,150	PriceChange	Zillow Rentals
Price Change $175 (9%)
05/05/2023	$1,975	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rentals

10/14/2021		ListingRemoved	Zillow Rental Network Premium

10/02/2021	$1,875	PriceChange	Zillow Rental Network Premium
Price Change $100 (-5%)
09/02/2021	$1,975	PriceChange	Zillow Rental Network Premium
Price Change $100 (5%)
08/31/2021	$1,875	PriceChange	Zillow Rental Network Premium
Price Change $100 (-5%)
08/06/2021	$1,975	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rental Network Premium

06/17/2021		ListingRemoved	Zillow Rental Network Premium

06/04/2021	$1,750	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rental Network Premium

07/16/2020	$1,695	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

07/01/2020	$1,695	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $30 (-2%)
06/26/2020	$1,725	Listed For Rent	Agent Provided

04/05/2019	$1,675	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

03/23/2019	$1,675	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $50 (3%)
01/29/2019	$1,625	Listed For Rent	Agent Provided

03/18/2015	$1,550	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

02/27/2015	$1,550	Listed For Rent	Agent Provided

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
7205 W Le Moyne St, River Forest, IL	0.06	Townhouse	$278,000	09/10/25	2	1.5	1,044
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1916 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL	0.88	Townhouse	$287,250	11/04/25	2	1.5	1,108

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OFF MARKET
Est. $246,200
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1,105 sqft
1414 N Harlem Ave #E,
River Forest, IL 60305
Elite Real Estate and Mgmt Co., Closed
OFF MARKET
Est. $264,100
2 bd
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1414 N Harlem Ave #C,
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Baird & Warner, Closed
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1420 N Harlem Ave #A,
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, Closed
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What Locals Say about River Forest

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97 % Say there are sidewalks
94 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
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"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
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2y ago
"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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Nancy C. M.
Resident
5y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
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"I live near by and pass through this area every day. great family area and schools are good. "
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7y ago
"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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7y ago
"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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"We have great access to public transportation and my commute to downtown is 20-40, depending on traffic."
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"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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Lisa Grimes, Engel & Voelkers Chicago

Agent Phone: (708) 205-9518

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1420 N Harlem Ave #E, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,044 sqft townhouse built in 1950. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12677866.

1420 N Harlem Ave #E
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