7979 Chicago Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
SOLD
APR 2, 2026

7979 Chicago Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,278 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$685,000

Last Sold: Apr 2, 2026
$301/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,700/mo*
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$685,000

Last Sold: Apr 2, 2026
$301/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,700/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,278 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

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
1949
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Living Area
2,278 sqft
Price/Sqft
$301/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

Description

7979 Chicago Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,278 sqft single-family home built in 1949. It last sold for the $685,000 asking price on Apr 2, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $946,100, with a rent estimate of $4,865/month.

Home Details for 7979 Chicago Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Sun Room, Tandem Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2278 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Balcony, BreezewayFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15112060010000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $685,000Price Per Sqft: $301/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Feb 09 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: River Forest
School Information
Elementary School District: 90Jr High / Middle School District: 90High School District: 200

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12549246Attic: Pull Down StairActivation Date: Thu Apr 02 2026

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: NoHide Public Remarks
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Gabe Caporale, CRB,CRS,GRI,SRES, (708) 473-7334
Caporale Realty Group
Lisa Graziani
Caporale Realty Group
Bought with: Matthew Conti, (312) 560-3133, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12549246

Price History for 7979 Chicago Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/02/2026$685,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549246
03/09/2018$619,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/02/2018$619,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/06/2018$659,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$757,240
Home facts updated by county records

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "I live near by and pass through this area every day. great family area and schools are good. "
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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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  • Angela W.
    "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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  • Vanessa A.
    "Proximity to the city, excellent schools, great neighbors, beautiful architecture, family friendly activities "
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    "Great schools, walkability to transportation, schools and retail/restaurants, engaged and friendly neighbors"
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