935 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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SOLD
JUL 6, 2026

935 Monroe Ave
River Forest, IL 60305

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,680 sqft

$850,000

Last Sold: Jul 6, 2026
$317/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,756/mo*
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$850,000

Last Sold: Jul 6, 2026
$317/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,756/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,680 sqft

Local Information

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Description

New listing located in the heart of River Forest! This stately side entrance colonial has been lived in and loved by the same family for 42 years! Offering the opportunity to modernize a classic property, this home features four bedrooms and a den located on the second floor; two full bathrooms on the second floor; 2 powder rooms located on the main level and in the basement. Spacious room dimensions throughout the interior, along with a great yard and situated on a gorgeous block.
935 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,680 sqft single-family home built in 1929. It last sold for the $850,000 asking price on Jul 6, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $889,200, with a rent estimate of $5,092/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$317/sqft
Listed
40 days ago

Home Details for 935 Monroe Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Living RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2680 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Radiator(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Living Room, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: DrapesFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15014090040000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $850,000Price Per Sqft: $317/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jun 02 2026Possession Timing: Specific

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: 9350 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12651966Activation Date: Fri May 29 2026

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Monica Klinke, (708) 612-3031
Baird & Warner
Bought with: Rachel Kane, (708) 359-1630, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12651966

Price History for 935 Monroe Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/06/2026$850,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12651966
06/03/2026$850,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12651966
05/29/2026$850,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12651966

Market trends in River Forest

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$808,530
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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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