616 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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OFF MARKET

616 Thatcher Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 7 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 5,000 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$1,636,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,052/mo*
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$1,636,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,052/mo*
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7 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,000 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)

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Description

This single-family home is located at 616 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL. 616 Thatcher Ave is in River Forest, IL and in ZIP code 60305. This property has 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 5,000 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.33 acres and was built in 1886.
616 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 5,000 sqft single-family home built in 1886. It last sold for $895,000 on Oct 14, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,636,000, with a rent estimate of $6,309/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 616 Thatcher Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

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

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1886
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Price History for 616 Thatcher Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/14/2016$895,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09288519
09/09/2016$975,000PendingAgent Provided
07/15/2016$975,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/25/2016$1,075,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/05/2016$1,195,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$1,260,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 616 Thatcher Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
554 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.06
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$1,383,000
02/18/26
6
4.5
5,258
611 Edgewood Pl, River Forest, IL
0.04
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$1,835,500
04/22/26
5
4
3,580
500 Auvergne Pl, River Forest, IL
0.25
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$975,000
03/03/26
5
3.5
3,300
319 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
08/01/25
5
4
4,181
550 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
11/19/25
6
5.5
6,000
327 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
05/14/26
4
3
4,163
827 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$870,000
07/22/25
5
2.5
2,522
7979 Chicago Ave, River Forest, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$685,000
04/02/26
3
3.5
2,278
7911 Oak Ave, River Forest, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$905,000
11/14/25
4
3.5
2,259
915 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$2,100,000
06/22/26
6
5
5,680

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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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    "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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    "Great schools, walkability to transportation, schools and retail/restaurants, engaged and friendly neighbors"
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