511 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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OFF MARKET

$1,218,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,772 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

511 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

Est. Refi. Payment $8,384/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 15, 2024 for $930,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.22M
Since last month
Increased$20K (+1.7%)
Since last year
Increased$236K (+23.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$293K (+31.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +67% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.22M
July 2026$1.2M
June 2026$1.22M
May 2026$1.2M
April 2026$1.18M
March 2026$1.15M
February 2026$1.12M
January 2026$1.09M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
542 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,585,000
07/27/26
5
3.5
2,204
618 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$810,000
05/13/26
3
1.5
2,239
727 Clinton Pl, River Forest, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$790,000
11/19/25
4
2.5
2,700
343 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$860,000
07/31/26
4
2
2,167
514 William St, River Forest, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$560,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,908
755 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$900,000
09/17/25
3
2
2,183
534 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,223,000
02/18/26
5
4
3,877
739 Clinton Pl, River Forest, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,122,225
09/22/25
4
3.5
2,639
722 William St, River Forest, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$805,000
08/07/26
3
1.5
1,958
547 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
12/23/25
5
4.5
5,000

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
542 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$1,585,000
5
3.5
2,204
Recently Sold
547 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$1,900,000
5
4.5
5,000
Recently Sold
7575 Lake St #2C, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$724,700
2
2
2,165
Off Market
7575 Lake St #3A, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$637,200
2
2
2,200
Off Market
7575 Lake St #5C, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$650,000
2
2
2,100
Recently Sold
7575 Lake St #6A, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$343,500
2
2
2,499
Off Market
7575 Lake St #3D, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$313,500
2
2
2,000
Off Market
7575 Lake St #4C, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$319,600
2
2
2,200
Off Market
7575 Lake St #6C, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$338,100
2
3
2,900
Off Market
544 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$1,567,300
6
4.5
4,449
Off Market
417 N Lathrop Ave #4E, River Forest, IL 60305
0.11
$787,900
3
2.5
3,000
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1924
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Living Area
2,772 sqft
Price/Sqft
$440
Parking
Garage

About this House

Sold on the PLN. Gracious, classic Colonial in that perfect, walk-to-everything central River Forest location. Bay windows fill spacious rooms with light throughout this warm, welcoming home. Features include 4 beds on the 2nd floor, 2 full + 1 half updated baths, and 2nd floor laundry. An updated island kitchen opens to the first floor family room. The partially finished, full basement boasts a workroom, optional 2nd laundry or craft room, loads of storage, and plenty of open space for a recreation room and a home gym. A beautifully designed enclosed porch and paver patio overlook the back of this oversized, professionally landscaped 75 x 184 lot, providing casual and formal options for entertaining family and friends. Outbuildings include a brick 2-car garage and a convenient walk-in storage shed. Bonus: the fenced yard is adjacent to River Forest's Bocce Ball court! First showings Friday, January 26.
511 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,772 sqft single-family home built in 1924. It last sold for the $930,000 asking price on Mar 15, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,218,300, with a rent estimate of $4,712/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Zachary Knebel, ABR,e-PRO,SFR,SRS, (773) 290-9293
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Victoria Witt, (708) 790-1319
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with: Conor Scanlon, (312) 613-0607, Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11962015

Home Details for 511 Jackson Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Storage, Walk In Closet, Work Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2772 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator S
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15122130090000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $930,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jan 28 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: River Forest
School Information
Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 90Jr High / Middle School: Roosevelt SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 90High School: Oak Park & River Forest High SchHigh School District: 200

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11962015Activation Date: Mon Mar 18 2024

Additional Information

MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 15, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11962015
Sold
$930,000
Sep 14, 1994
Source: N/A
Sold
$375,000

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
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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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    "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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 511 Jackson Ave

  • What is 511 Jackson Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 511 Jackson Ave in River Forest, IL is $1,218,300.
  • What is the price history for 511 Jackson Ave?
    511 Jackson Ave in River Forest, IL last sold for $930,000 in March 2024.
  • Is River Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    River Forest is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about River Forest?
    Residents describe River Forest, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in River Forest, IL.
  • Does 511 Jackson Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 511 Jackson Ave in River Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 511 Jackson Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 511 Jackson Ave in River Forest, IL has in-unit laundry.

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