822 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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OFF MARKET

$586,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,420 sqft

822 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 2, 2025 for $550,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$587K
Since last month
Decreased$900 (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$35K (+6.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$38K (+6.8%)
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 +35% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$588K
August 2026$587K
July 2026$589K
June 2026$583K
May 2026$579K
April 2026$574K
March 2026$568K
February 2026$557K
January 2026$569K
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
814 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL
0.02
Single-Family Home
$575,000
10/17/25
3
1
1,510
7979 Chicago Ave, River Forest, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$685,000
04/02/26
3
3.5
2,278
327 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/26/25
3
2
3,075
923 Park Ave, River Forest, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,199,000
06/12/26
3
2.5
2,840
755 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$900,000
09/17/25
3
2
2,183
752 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$805,100
06/16/26
3
2.5
3,077
1127 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$800,000
12/30/25
3
2.5
1,726
618 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL
0.59
Single-Family Home
$810,000
05/13/26
3
1.5
2,239
722 William St, River Forest, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$805,000
08/07/26
3
1.5
1,958
914 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$575,000
04/24/26
2
1.5
1,097

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
843 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.06
$2,018,400
5
4.5
5,645
Off Market
814 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.02
$820,100
3
1
1,510
Off Market
827 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.05
$920,000
5
2.5
2,522
Off Market
751 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.07
$1,428,600
4
2.5
2,678
Off Market
915 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.11
$2,100,000
6
5
5,680
Recently Sold
1535 Forest Ave #202, River Forest, IL 60305
0.06
$147,500
3
2
1,996
Recently Sold
750 N Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.07
$1,183,500
5
2.5
3,000
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, River Forest, IL 60305
0.14
$705,100
3
2
1,546
Off Market
7968 Iowa St, River Forest, IL 60305
0.15
$893,400
3
2.5
2,330
Off Market
908 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.12
$1,366,000
5
3.5
3,632
Off Market
7980 Chicago Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
0.14
$1,715,900
4
4.5
-
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 1921
3,420 sqft
$172/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

Excellent rehab opportunity in the heart of RF. We have fully engineered plans (coordinated architecture, civil, MEP and structural) ready to go with the village of RF. House is structurally sound with a dry basement and new copper water service. 50x180' lot. AS IS.
822 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,420 sqft single-family home built in 1921. It last sold for $550,000 on Jun 2, 2025 (4% below the $574,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2019 with an asking price of $2,675 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 12, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $586,800, with a rent estimate of $4,456/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Brian Behan, (312) 480-1244
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Marc Bosch, (630) 432-9656, Fathom Realty IL LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12310739

Home Details for 822 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Deck, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3420 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Asphalt,Side Driveway,Off Street,Driveway,On Site,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1921
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15013190210000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $574,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Apr 27 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8999.496 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12310739Attic: Finished, Full, Interior StairActivation Date: Wed Apr 02 2025

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 2, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12310739
Sold
$550,000
May 27, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12310739
Pending
$574,900
Apr 28, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12310739
Contingent
$574,900
Apr 2, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12310739
Listed For Sale
$574,900
Jun 14, 2024
Source: N/A
Sold
$520,000

Market trends in River Forest

Last updated July 2026
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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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  • 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 822 Forest Ave

  • What is 822 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 822 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL is $586,800.
  • What is the price history for 822 Forest Ave?
    822 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL last sold for $550,000 in June 2025.
  • 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 822 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 822 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 822 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 822 Forest Ave in River Forest, IL has in-unit laundry.

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