34 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
OFF MARKET

34 Gale Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,436 sqft

$668,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,622/mo*
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$668,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,622/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,436 sqft

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
1953
Living Area
1,436 sqft
Price/Sqft
$466
Parking
Garage

About this House

Well maintained architect designed & built brick ranch. 200' deep lot on highly desirable quiet River Forest street. Sun filled enclosed front porch. Spacious open living room/dining room with big fireplace. Huge lower level family room with full bath, bar and 2nd fireplace. This solid home is ready for 2nd level expansion of 30'x15' walk-up attic ready for a new master suite or your imaginative ideas.
34 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,436 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for $396,000 on May 2, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $668,800, with a rent estimate of $3,376/month.

Home Details for 34 Gale Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining RoomWet Bar
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Radiant
Appliances & Utilities
DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Tudor

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10001 sqft

Price History for 34 Gale Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/02/2016$396,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09144008
03/23/2016$410,000PendingAgent Provided
03/16/2016$410,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
02/19/2016$410,000PendingAgent Provided
02/19/2016$410,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/26/2015$425,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/22/2015$425,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/29/2015$450,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/04/2010$464,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/08/2010$464,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/27/1999$260,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$13,745
Assessment$482,670
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 34 Gale Ave

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
18 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.04
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$712,500
01/12/26
4
3
2,595
46 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.25
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$590,000
05/19/26
4
2
1,035
35 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.13
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$1,037,500
05/06/26
3
2.5
2,720
102 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.10
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$720,000
05/21/26
3
2.5
3,800
327 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/26/25
3
2
3,075
7652 Monroe St, Forest Park, IL
0.46
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$375,000
02/25/26
4
2
1,542
125 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.11
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$925,000
09/16/25
4
2.5
3,117
1203 S 4th Ave, Maywood, IL
0.69
Single-Family Home
$337,500
02/06/26
3
1.5
1,500
110 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$465,000
07/09/26
6
2
2,500
310 S 2nd Ave N, Maywood, IL
0.64
Single-Family Home
$281,000
07/10/26
3
1.5
1,472

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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