711 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
SOLD
MAY 29, 2026

711 Jackson Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 7 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,428 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$2,000,000

Last Sold: May 29, 2026
7% below list $2.15M
$368/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $13,337/mo*
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$2,000,000

Last Sold: May 29, 2026
7% below list $2.15M
$368/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $13,337/mo*
Refinance Your Home
7 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,428 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This Classic Brick Colonial is a perfect 10! Entire home rehabbed in 2006 with addition and basement dug deeper. Nothing to do but move in to this one. All very high end finishes. No expenses spared. Many outdoor features including balconies and patio. Open kitchen has huge center island, skylights, Sub Zero refrigerator, Viking 6 burner stove, 2 Viking wall ovens, 2 Bosch dishwashers, GE wine cooler and Meihle espresso machine. 2 separate laundry rooms each with 1 washer and 2 dryers. Whole house vacuum. Refrigerator and microwave in the basement. Small workshop/craft room. First floor features living room, dining room, office/sitting area and large family room off the kitchen with built in cabinets. 2 wall TVS included. Glowing hardwood floors. 2nd floor features Master BR with fabulous full bath with private balcony and 2 more bedrooms. 2 BR's and full bath on 3rd floor. Elaborately finished basement has media room 2 additional bedrooms and full bath with plenty of storage. Light and bright workout room in basement. Dynamite private deck big enough to host a party on it. Large Patio with built in pool, spa and water features & built in grill. Large 3 car garage with heated driveway apron and 2 extra parking spaces; garage is heated. Dual zoned heat/air. 3rd floor furnace 2026. Basement furnace and AC 2024. Heated pool will be opened May 2026 paid for and included in sale. No shoveling with heated rear patio. Generator backup for basement and 1st floor (electric panel in lower level) And there is still more...Tons of storage in home and extra storage in garage attic. Sprinkler system and backflow system has already been tested. This house will not disappoint you and has been VERY well maintained.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 31, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$368/sqft
Listed
79 days ago

Home Details for 711 Jackson Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Study
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5428 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Upper Level,Multiple LocationsMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Zoned,Radiant FloorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s), BlindsFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: Deck, PatioExterior: Balcony
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Heated Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Pool
Pool: In GroundPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15122010080000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,150,000Price Per Sqft: $368/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Apr 13 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: River Forest
School Information
Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 156Jr High / Middle School: Roosevelt SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 90High School: Oak Park & River Forest High SchHigh School District: 200

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5428 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12597486Attic: Finished

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by April Kibler, (773) 631-8300
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Claudine Cantu, (312) 735-6062, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12597486

Price History for 711 Jackson Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/29/2026$2,000,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12597486
05/20/2026$2,150,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12597486
04/16/2026$2,150,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12597486
03/20/2026$2,150,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12597486
06/30/2017$1,475,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09495671
05/26/2017$1,595,000PendingAgent Provided
03/13/2017$1,595,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/06/2017$1,695,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/12/2016$1,795,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/29/2016$1,795,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/22/2013$1,400,000Sold
N/A
04/16/2013$1,650,000PendingAgent Provided
10/26/2012$1,650,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/28/2012$1,799,999PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/01/2012$1,950,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/16/2007$1,780,000Sold
N/A
01/13/2005$775,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in River Forest

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$1,090,740
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 711 Jackson Ave

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Sold Date
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547 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
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$1,900,000
12/23/25
5
4.5
5,000
838 William St, River Forest, IL
0.22
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$1,865,000
12/08/25
5
3.5
5,100
823 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.16
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$1,865,000
05/13/26
6
5.5
5,551
739 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
08/12/25
4
3.5
3,300
911 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,591,588
06/09/25
5
5.5
4,651
710 William St, River Forest, IL
0.12
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$1,515,000
04/14/26
4
3.5
3,264
534 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,223,000
02/18/26
5
4
3,877
313 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL
0.62
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
03/31/26
6
4.5
6,350
706 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,565,000
07/11/25
4
4
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  • 86 % Say parking is easy

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  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • 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

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711 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,428 sqft single-family home built in 1925. This property is not currently available for sale. 711 Jackson Ave was last sold on May 29, 2026 for $2,000,000 (7% lower than the asking price of $2,150,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 711 Jackson Ave is $2,002,400.