1524 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
OFF MARKET

1524 Forest Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 5,426 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$1,408,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,654/mo*
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$1,408,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,654/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,426 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1954
Lot Size
0.33 acres
Living Area
5,426 sqft
Price/Sqft
$260
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1524 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL. 1524 Forest Ave is in River Forest, IL and in ZIP code 60305. This property has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 5,426 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.33 acres and was built in 1954.
1524 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 5,426 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $939,000 on Apr 28, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,408,900, with a rent estimate of $5,600/month.

Home Details for 1524 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Slate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Stucco, Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Contemporary

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Price History for 1524 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/28/2021$939,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10889915
03/15/2021$975,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10889915
11/07/2020$975,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/09/2020$998,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/02/2020$1,050,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/30/2013$915,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08295574
08/17/2013$1,007,475PendingAgent Provided
07/19/2013$1,007,475PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/21/2013$1,060,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/18/2013$1,116,250PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/20/2013$1,175,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/28/2008$1,499,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/28/2008$1,499,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/10/2007$1,575,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/15/1995$280,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$26,741
Assessment$939,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1524 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1444 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
10/15/25
4
2.5
3,505
1424 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,053,900
10/28/25
3
2.5
3,210
1414 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$799,900
03/02/26
4
2.5
2,746
1501 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
06/24/26
4
4
3,032
1341 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
08/13/25
5
3.5
4,102
1902 N 77th Ct, Elmwood Park, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$780,000
09/15/25
4
3.5
4,092
1318 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$975,000
07/31/25
4
2.5
2,764
1415 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
10/28/25
5
5.5
4,005
1530 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$825,000
08/22/25
5
2.5
2,748
1845 N 78th Ct, Elmwood Park, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$750,000
12/17/25
3
3.5
3,304

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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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    "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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