239 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
OFF MARKET

239 Forest Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,257 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

$617,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,206/mo*
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$617,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,206/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,257 sqft
(on 0.26 acres)

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Description

SHARP, CONTEMPORARY & TOTALLY REHABBED BRICK RANCH ON A GREAT CUL-DE-SAC BLOCK! LARGE LR HAS A VAULTED CEILING & WOODBURNING FIREPLACE W/GAS STARTER. REMODELED KITCHEN W/STAINLESS COUNTERTOPS, HIGH-END APPLCS, SLATE FLOORING & BUILT-IN LAUNDRY AREA. SHARP GRANITE BATHROOM. PULL DOWN STAIRS TO FLOORED ATTIC. BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED LARGE LOT, PATIO, NEW FENCED YARD. SPRINKLER SYSTEM. NEW ELECTRIC GAR DOOR. GREAT HOUSE!
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Home Details for 239 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: StoneFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price History for 239 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/27/2009$435,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06958699
03/31/2009$475,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/15/2008$497,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/15/2005$522,500Sold
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03/02/1999$260,000Sold
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08/11/1994$165,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$10,959
Assessment$459,990
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 239 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
332 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$523,000
06/30/25
3
1.5
1,472
17 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$575,000
04/28/26
2
1
864
327 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/26/25
3
2
3,075
8225 Lake St, River Forest, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$535,000
03/26/26
3
1
1,334
208 Lathrop Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$275,000
03/16/26
2
1
2,114
303 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$740,000
05/28/25
3
2.5
2,090
719 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.57
Single-Family Home
$630,000
07/28/25
2
2
1,422
17 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$435,000
06/20/25
6
3.5
3,030
46 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$640,000
07/07/25
4
2
1,700
333 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$547,500
05/29/25
4
1.5
2,126

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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

  • 71 % 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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  • Nancy C. M.
    "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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239 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,257 sqft single-family home built in 1951. This property is not currently available for sale. 239 Forest Ave was last sold on May 27, 2009 for $435,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 239 Forest Ave is $617,700.