45 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
OFF MARKET

45 Thatcher Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,208 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

$1,342,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,149/mo*
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$1,342,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,149/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,208 sqft
(on 0.37 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
1919
Lot Size
0.37 acres
Living Area
3,208 sqft
Price/Sqft
$419
Parking
Garage

About this House

Wonderful family home sits on beautiful park-like lot overlooking Thatcher Woods. 4 bd/3ba on 2nd floor! Entertain a crowd in huge eat in kitchen/family room with granite counters and new ss appliances. Large newly remodelled basement provides plenty of extra living and storage space. Enjoy the outdoors on 2 different porches or private patio. Don't miss this incredibly spacious home in quite section of S.W. RF!
45 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,208 sqft single-family home built in 1919. It last sold for $630,000 on Dec 17, 2010. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,342,900, with a rent estimate of $5,158/month.

Home Details for 45 Thatcher Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Stucco
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Price History for 45 Thatcher Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/17/2010$630,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07622001
10/23/2010$639,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/16/2010$649,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/01/2010$669,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026
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Available listings
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$965,780
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 45 Thatcher Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
139 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$965,000
06/26/26
4
3.5
3,008
125 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$925,000
09/16/25
4
2.5
3,117
18 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$712,500
01/12/26
4
3
2,595
102 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$720,000
05/21/26
3
2.5
3,800
319 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
08/01/25
5
4
4,181
146 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
07/29/25
5
6
5,437
35 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,037,500
05/06/26
3
2.5
2,720
327 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
05/14/26
4
3
4,163
500 Auvergne Pl, River Forest, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$975,000
03/03/26
5
3.5
3,300
327 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/26/25
3
2
3,075

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What Locals Say about River Forest

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  • 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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