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

$662,200

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

7979 Chicago Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

Est. Refi. Payment $4,726/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 2, 2026 for $685,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$662K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$195K (-22.8%)
Since last sale
Decreased$24K (-3.4%)
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 +2% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$661K
August 2026$663K
July 2026$663K
June 2026$931K
May 2026$669K
April 2026$689K
March 2026$672K
February 2026$676K
January 2026$684K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
7911 Oak Ave, River Forest, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$905,000
11/14/25
4
3.5
2,259
923 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,199,000
06/12/26
3
2.5
2,840
1127 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.47
Single-Family Home
$800,000
12/30/25
3
2.5
1,726
814 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$575,000
10/17/25
3
1
1,510
735 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
08/03/26
3
3.5
2,276
500 Auvergne Pl, River Forest, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$975,000
03/03/26
5
3.5
3,300
87 Ohio St, Maywood, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$445,000
11/07/25
4
3
1,982
1117 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,340,000
09/24/25
4
3.5
3,091
752 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$805,100
06/16/26
3
2.5
3,077

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
7980 Chicago Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.03
$1,706,600
4
4.5
-
Off Market
747 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.01
$797,800
3
2.5
1,700
Off Market
726 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.07
$1,566,500
5
3.5
3,463
Off Market
751 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.11
$1,433,800
4
2.5
2,678
Off Market
839 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.15
$1,390,600
4
3
2,415
Off Market
814 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.15
$775,400
3
1
1,510
Off Market
843 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.16
$1,968,800
5
4.5
5,645
Off Market
7968 Iowa St, River Forest, IL 60305
0.16
$896,800
3
2.5
2,330
Off Market
822 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.16
$588,700
3
2
3,420
Off Market
750 N Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.15
$1,170,200
5
2.5
3,000
Off Market
703 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.12
$2,060,600
5
6.5
4,430
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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1949
0.27 acre lot
2,278 sqft
$301/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

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. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $662,200, with a rent estimate of $5,502/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 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

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

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 2, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549246
Sold
$685,000
Mar 9, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$619,900
Mar 2, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$619,900
Price decreased by 6%
Feb 6, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$659,900

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated August 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
33
2MoM

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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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  • 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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    "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 7979 Chicago Ave

  • What is 7979 Chicago Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 7979 Chicago Ave in River Forest, IL is $662,200.
  • What is the price history for 7979 Chicago Ave?
    7979 Chicago Ave in River Forest, IL last sold for $685,000 in April 2026.
  • Is River Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    River Forest is currently a buyer's 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 7979 Chicago Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 7979 Chicago Ave in River Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 7979 Chicago Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 7979 Chicago Ave in River Forest, IL has in-unit laundry.

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