34 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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34 Forest Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,200 sqft

$512,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,576/mo*
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$512,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,576/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,200 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
2,200 sqft
Price/Sqft
$233
Parking
Attached Garage

About this House

Come take a look at this one-story brick home in highly sought out River Forest! Well maintained and updated 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath home. This house has 1,500 sqft of above ground functional living and entertaining space.
The updated kitchen offers white and grey shaker cabinets and granite countertop with an 8ft gracious size island. Plenty of counter space for cooking. Also, the perfect gathering place for entertaining! There is also a custom-built pantry right off the kitchen. Large mudroom/laundry room with new vinyl floors. New hardwood flooring throughout the house including the bedrooms, kitchen, and living room. Bedrooms were also just freshly painted. There is full finished basement and storage. Attached one car garage.
River Forest offers award winning schools. Can't beat this location! Close proximity to public transportation metra and EL, parks, shopping and easy access to expressway, walking distance to downtown area. Tenant is responsible to pay sewer, water and trash. Tenant pays gas and electric. Tenant is responsible for landscaping and snow clearing. Owner requires that tenant obtain rental insurance to start the first day of the lease. No smoking inside. First and last month's rent due prior to move in. Applicants must have solid credit score of 715 or higher, 2Xs the rent amount as total income, all occupants 18 and older must submit a full application and background check (no previously run applications, background checks or reports will be accepted, must apply through the owner's application link). Agent owned.
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Tenant will pay sewer, water and trash. Tenant pays gas and electric. Tenant will pay for landscaping and snow clearing. Owner requires that tenant obtain rental insurance to start the first day of the lease. No smoking inside. First and last month's rent due prior to move in. Minimum 6 month lease.
34 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,200 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $305,000 on Mar 8, 2019 (8,614% above the $3,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2025 with an asking price of $3,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 19, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $512,900, with a rent estimate of $3,422/month.

Home Details for 34 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 MonthAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Price History for 34 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/19/2025$3,500ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/07/2025$3,500PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
07/20/2025$3,700Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/08/2019$305,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10141577
01/31/2019$320,000PendingAgent Provided
01/23/2019$320,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/17/2018$329,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/11/2018$349,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/01/2018$365,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/20/2018$374,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/20/2003$285,000Sold
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Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$10,738
Assessment$410,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 34 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
134 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$425,000
06/25/26
3
1
1,438
35 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$1,037,500
05/06/26
3
2.5
2,720
110 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$465,000
07/09/26
6
2
2,500
7652 Monroe St, Forest Park, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$375,000
02/25/26
4
2
1,542
46 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$590,000
05/19/26
4
2
1,035
208 Lathrop Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$275,000
03/16/26
2
1
2,114
102 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$720,000
05/21/26
3
2.5
3,800
327 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/26/25
3
2
3,075
133 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$665,000
02/26/26
4
2
2,759
18 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$712,500
01/12/26
4
3
2,595

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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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  • 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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