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558 Forest Avenue

River Forest, IL 60305

4 beds
3 baths
3,614 sqft
10,620 sqft lot
$278 per sqft
1898 build
– on site

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Built in 1898 and owned by the same family for 60 years, this Victorian blends vintage charm with today's modern amenities. Set on a beautiful, oversized lot close to schools, parks and transportation, this is a prime River Forest location. A major 2 story addition by the highly respected Oak Design & Construction in 2020 nearly doubled the size of the house and includes a kitchen/family room, mud room, 2nd floor primary suite and 2 1/2 baths. The strong curb appeal is enhanced by the well chosen color palette, maintenance free siding, all new replacement windows, professional landscaping, new concrete driveway and walkways and new 2 1/2 car garage with electric charger and stairs to 2nd level loft area. From the inviting front porch you enter the foyer that leads to the very large living room with a wood burning fireplace and the formal dining room. Both rooms have original bulls eye woodwork, hardwood floors, high ceilings and abundant natural light. The open concept kitchen/family room features quartz counters, custom cabinets, island with breakfast bar, banquet table seating, built-in bookcases and desk. A new powder room and mudroom that leads to the private back patio complete the 1st level.The 2nd floor offers a lovely new primary bedroom with ensuite spa-like bath, a large laundry room and walk-in closet.There are 3 additional bedrooms with generous closet space and a 2nd fully remodeled bath. The full basement has a 2nd laundry area and great storage space. There is a new roof, hot water heater and zoned heating/AC. A full list of upgrades and improvements can be found under additional information, but a new boiler, new chimney liner & fan, basement drain tiles and additional copper piping to hot water heater were just completed in the Summer of 2024. This home is a gem and is ready for new owners!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Baird & Warner as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12131366 —

The Building

Year Built:

1898
Rebuilt:

Yes
Rebuilt Year:

2020
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Victorian
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Stone
Exterior Features:

Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Window Features:

Bay Window(s),Double Pane Windows,Screens
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

CO Detectors, Sprinkler-Lawn, Water Heater-Gas
Living Area Source:

Estimated

Interior

Rooms Total:

8
Room Type:

Foyer, Mud Room, Walk In Closet
Interior Features:

Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Bookcases, Ceiling - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Carpeting, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Replacement Windows
Door Features:

Storm Door(s)
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations, Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3614

Location

Directions:

West on Lake St. to Forest Ave. Go North to address
Location:

90140
Location:

90812

The Property

Parcel Number:

15121070380000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Landscaped, Mature Trees, Garden, Partial Fencing, Sidewalks, Streetlights
Lot Size Dimensions:

60X177
Lot Size Source:

County Records
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

26837

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned
Cooling:

Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop

Schools

Elementary School:

Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary School District:

90
Middle Or Junior School:

Roosevelt School
Middle Or Junior School District:

90
High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
High School District:

200

The Community

Community Features:

Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Garage Type:

Detached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Garage(s)

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$308/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
11/19/24 Nov 19, 2024	Sold	MRED	$1,005,275	1.0%
10/21/24 Oct 21, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$995,000
10/17/24 Oct 17, 2024	Price Changed	MRED	$995,000	-16.7%

House Sold on 11/19/2024

$1,005,275

Listing provided by broker:

Kimberly Wojack

Baird & Warner

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558 Forest Avenue

River Forest, IL 60305