147 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
OFF MARKET

147 Thatcher Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,416 sqft (on 0.46 acres)

$1,235,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,318/mo*
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$1,235,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,318/mo*
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5 Beds
4 Baths
3,416 sqft
(on 0.46 acres)

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Description

SUPER VALUE!!! HISTORY, CHARM & LOCATION ALL WRAPPED UP INTO ONE EXTRAORDINARY HOME! PAINSTAKING RENOVATION. 3 LEVELS OF LIVING SPACE, BEAUTIFUL NEW KITCHEN, NEW MASTER SUITE. ALL ROOMS HAVE STUNNING VIEWS AND HOME IS PRESENTED PERFECTLY AMONG THE MATURE TREES ON IT'S ENORMOUS 100 X 200 DOUBLE LOT. ZONED HEATING & COOLING. WALK TO PARK, SCHOOL OR SHORT WALK TO METRA FOR EZ CITY COMMUTE.
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
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Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 147 Thatcher Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, LibraryCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1892
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.46 acres

Price History for 147 Thatcher Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/22/2013$615,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07980301
11/15/2012$649,000PendingAgent Provided
06/28/2012$649,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/14/2012$675,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/13/2012$699,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/26/2012$699,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/01/2012$3,700ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/24/2011$799,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/24/2011$3,700Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/13/2011$799,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/18/2011$899,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/10/2011$925,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/31/2011$949,000PriceChange
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02/11/2011$995,000PriceChange
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11/09/2010$1,025,000PriceChange
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10/09/2010$1,075,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/26/2008$1,429,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/16/2008$1,429,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/10/2005$745,000Sold
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Market trends in River Forest

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$996,580
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$5,277/mo
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Comparable Sales for 147 Thatcher Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
130 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$785,000
07/10/25
5
2.5
3,500
125 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$925,000
09/16/25
4
2.5
3,117
319 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
08/01/25
5
4
4,181
146 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
07/29/25
5
6
5,437
18 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$712,500
01/12/26
4
3
2,595
102 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$720,000
05/21/26
3
2.5
3,800
500 Auvergne Pl, River Forest, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$975,000
03/03/26
5
3.5
3,300
327 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
05/14/26
4
3
4,163
327 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/26/25
3
2
3,075
611 Edgewood Pl, River Forest, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$1,835,500
04/22/26
5
4
3,580

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Assigned Schools

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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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    "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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    "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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    "Great schools, walkability to transportation, schools and retail/restaurants, engaged and friendly neighbors"
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    "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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147 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,416 sqft single-family home built in 1892. This property is not currently available for sale. 147 Thatcher Ave was last sold on Feb 22, 2013 for $615,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 147 Thatcher Ave is $1,235,300.