715 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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OFF MARKET

715 Forest Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 6 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 4,194 sqft

$1,634,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,173/mo*
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$1,634,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,173/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,194 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.64M
Since last month
Increased$21K (+1.3%)
Since last year
Increased$182K (+12.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$434K (+36%)
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 +283% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.64M
July 2026$1.62M
June 2026$1.63M
May 2026$1.59M
April 2026$1.57M
March 2026$1.52M
February 2026$1.48M
January 2026$1.44M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
534 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,223,000
02/18/26
5
4
3,877
7911 Oak Ave, River Forest, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$905,000
11/14/25
4
3.5
2,259
554 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,383,000
02/18/26
6
4.5
5,258
735 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
08/03/26
3
3.5
2,276
931 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
08/03/26
4
3.5
3,197
1038 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,466,000
09/16/25
5
4
3,334
550 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
11/19/25
6
5.5
6,000
327 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
05/14/26
4
3
4,163
500 Auvergne Pl, River Forest, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$975,000
03/03/26
5
3.5
3,300
923 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,199,000
06/12/26
3
2.5
2,840

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
714 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.06
$1,029,800
4
2.5
2,680
Off Market
725 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.02
$986,000
4
3
2,497
Off Market
622 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.09
$1,070,000
3
2.5
-
Recently Sold
7911 Oak Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.08
$905,000
4
3.5
2,259
Recently Sold
607 N Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.12
$686,300
3
1.5
-
Off Market
604 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.14
$943,800
3
1.5
1,700
Off Market
719 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.11
$669,200
2
2
1,422
Off Market
610 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.12
$1,135,400
4
2.5
2,521
Off Market
621 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.14
$1,024,300
4
3.5
-
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, River Forest, IL 60305
0.16
$979,000
4
2.5
2,451
For Sale
739 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.12
$699,000
3
1.5
1,525
For Sale
706 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.15
$1,816,600
4
4
3,433
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
1915
Living Area
4,194 sqft
Price/Sqft
$390
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome to this beautifully designed Cook-Nelson-Bialkowski signature home. Hidden on a beautiful, quiet and historic estate street under mature oaks and tucked into a forested lot, this new and completely redesigned home, featuring 6 bedrooms, 4 and 1/2 baths, 2 fireplaces, a rooftop deck overlooking treetops, fire pit and a 3-season porch. Inside features a large, chef designer kitchen overlooking a family room with fireplace. This home is completely rebuilt from the basement to the 3rd floor is loaded with so many lovely details, coffered ceilings, smart home features, 3 master suites with full bathrooms and soaking tubs and gardens featuring custom landscaping with charming brick pavers and cedar privacy fence, 200 foot, mature white oak trees and dog run. Additional architectural details with generous amounts of natural stone, coffered ceilings, hand painted Moroccan tiles in walk in showers, 4 full soaking tubs, Namibian white marble counters, heated floors in all baths, wine fridge, wine cellar, smart hub fridge, professional range to accommodate large parties, two ovens, a tankless water heater with gravity system for instant hot water on all floors, 3 climate zones, high grade spray foam insulation for high efficiency indoor climates, thermal pane low e-glass windows, Benjamin Moore custom paint on all walls and trim, copper farm sink and high capacity copper range hood, instant hot water circulators on all new large water lines, 4 levels of recessed, dimmable lighting, on site custom built closets, 2 car garage with spacious attic, smart siding with 30 year guarantee and many other meticulously appointed details in both design and structure.
715 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,194 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $1,205,000 on Aug 28, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,634,700, with a rent estimate of $6,107/month.

Home Details for 715 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileExterior: OtherPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7949 sqft

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 31, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,249,000
Aug 31, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,249,000
Aug 28, 2020
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10706757
Sold
$1,205,000
Jul 26, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,249,000
Jul 16, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$1,249,000

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
31
2MoM

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Krist Haiman
    "It’s right next to downtown and has a lot of things to do and has public transportation everywhere, it’s well mixed too"
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  • Lou Friedmann
    "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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  • Nancy C. M.
    "We have dinners and block parties and pot lucks and welcome to the neighborhood get togethers. We play bunch every other week."
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  • Quinncarlson
    "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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  • Tatiana P.
    "I live near by and pass through this area every day. great family area and schools are good. "
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  • Mom
    "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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  • Witt.VictoriaL
    "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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  • Suzanne D. a.
    "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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  • Vanessa A.
    "Proximity to the city, excellent schools, great neighbors, beautiful architecture, family friendly activities "
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  • Lizkahlingstetson
    "Great schools, walkability to transportation, schools and retail/restaurants, engaged and friendly neighbors"
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  • Tyandmeegan
    "It’s the most historically beautiful suburb there is. The people are all friendly, educated, socially involved and have a deep interest in their community."
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Frequently asked questions about 715 Forest Ave

  • What is 715 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 715 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL is $1,634,700.
  • What is the price history for 715 Forest Ave?
    715 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL last sold for $1,205,000 in August 2020.
  • 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 715 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 715 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 715 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 715 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL has in-unit laundry.

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