544 Monroe Ave

4,449 Sq. Ft.
$296 / Sq. Ft.
4,449
Sq. Ft.
$296
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Center entrance Colonial with excellent updates and space to spare! Classic curb appeal, truly move in ready, huge professionally landscaped yard and situated in prime location. First floor features charming foyer, generously sized formal living and dining rooms, and bonus sunroom/office. Beautifully updated kitchen flooded with light, high end appliances, island seating, eat in banquette dining, custom cabinets and designer finishes. First floor family room has views of large, lush yard and opens...Center entrance Colonial with excellent updates and space to spare! Classic curb appeal, truly move in ready, huge professionally landscaped yard and situated in prime location. First floor features charming foyer, generously sized formal living and dining rooms, and bonus sunroom/office. Beautifully updated kitchen flooded with light, high end appliances, island seating, eat in banquette dining, custom cabinets and designer finishes. First floor family room has views of large, lush yard and opens out to glamorous patio with bluestone hardscaping, plenty of space for both dining and lounging plus custom fire feature. Second floor offers 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms including primary en suite bathroom with double vanity and walk in shower. Finished basement with large rec room, newly updated full bathroom luxe finishes and walk in shower, plus 6th bedroom with separate entrance and tall ceilings to accommodate workout equipment. Massive attic storage space, Custom garage built in 2017 also has enormous storage area on 2nd level. Tastefully updated and expertly maintained with room for everyone on stunning block in highly sought after location, convenient walk to award winning schools, Metra, Green Line, shopping, dining, parks, and more!

Listing Agent

  1. Maria Cullerton

    Maria Cullerton

    Listing Agent

    Compass

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Property Details for 544 Monroe Avenue

Area
River Forest
Township
River Forest
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 09/11/2024 03:36 PM

Property Details for 544 Monroe Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12077624
Days on Market10
Taxes$19,276 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built-
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,800 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 544 Monroe Avenue

Stories-Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,800 SF

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Property Information for 544 Monroe Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 90
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Roosevelt School
  • High School District: 200
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 90
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Attic, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 4449
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4449
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4449
  • Lower Sq Ft: 1341
  • Main Sq Ft: 1608
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1500
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 13800
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-06-07T03:11:53
  • Photos Count: 46
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 20X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 19X19
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 22X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 29X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 24X13
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 27X13
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 22X14
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 10X8
Attic Room Information
  • Room Level: Attic
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Dimensions: 35X20
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Attic
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 30X16
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 16X10
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 15X10

Property History for 544 Monroe Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 19, 2024

Sold

MRED #12077624

$1,315,000
Jul 18, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537273362

$1,315,000

+5.3% / yr

Jun 17, 2024

Pending

MRED #12077624

Jun 17, 2024

Contingent

MRED #12077624

Jun 8, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12077624

$1,300,000
May 15, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #353442700

$740,000
May 15, 2013

Sold

MRED #08105583

$740,000
Mar 18, 2013

Pending

MRED #08105583

Jul 2, 2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08105583

$829,000
Nov 11, 2011

Cancelled

MRED #07701913

$899,000
Jan 3, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07701913

$950,000
Dec 25, 2010

Expired

MRED #07333816

$995,000
Sep 25, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07333816

$1,075,000
Sep 23, 2009

Cancelled

MRED #07047852

$1,015,000
Oct 13, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07047852

$1,075,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/19/2024

Sold

MRED #12077624

$1,315,000
07/18/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537273362

$1,315,000

+5.3% / yr

06/17/2024

Pending

MRED #12077624

06/17/2024

Contingent

MRED #12077624

06/08/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12077624

$1,300,000
05/15/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #353442700

$740,000
05/15/2013

Sold

MRED #08105583

$740,000
03/18/2013

Pending

MRED #08105583

07/02/2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08105583

$829,000
11/11/2011

Cancelled

MRED #07701913

$899,000
01/03/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07701913

$950,000
12/25/2010

Expired

MRED #07333816

$995,000
09/25/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07333816

$1,075,000
09/23/2009

Cancelled

MRED #07047852

$1,015,000
10/13/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07047852

$1,075,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 544 Monroe Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$17,940Additions$76,916Total$94,856
Tax Record2023$25,060 ($2,088 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,375 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,375 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923CountyCOOKAPN15-12-213-013Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 544 Monroe Avenue

This home is within River Forest School District 90.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Roosevelt School
Public5 to 8

Oak Park & River Forest High School
Public9 to 12

St Luke School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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