555 Monroe Ave

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Description

Light, bright, move in ready, totally classic center entrance Colonial situated in the most convenient pocket of River Forest. First floor features generous foyer, sun drenched living room with lovely mantle and built-in bookcases. Formal dining room with built-in cabinets and plenty of space to host large groups for sit down dinners. Massive eat-in kitchen features island, tons of counter space, plenty of storage, newer high end appliances, fully open eat-in area with gorgeous fireplace. Kitchen...Light, bright, move in ready, totally classic center entrance Colonial situated in the most convenient pocket of River Forest. First floor features generous foyer, sun drenched living room with lovely mantle and built-in bookcases. Formal dining room with built-in cabinets and plenty of space to host large groups for sit down dinners. Massive eat-in kitchen features island, tons of counter space, plenty of storage, newer high end appliances, fully open eat-in area with gorgeous fireplace. Kitchen opens to family room with distinctive molding and space to spare! The star of the first floor is enormous screened porch with soaring cathedral ceilings overlooks professionally landscaped, lush, private yard. + beautiful Patio / hardscaping and *rare* three car garage Second floor includes primary suite with walk in closet and en-suite bathroom, plus another 3 large bedrooms, 2nd updated bathroom and jumbo-sized laundry room with custom cabinetry for copious storage for maximum organization. Stylish basement completely remodeled in 2021 with extensive improvements including updated plumbing, updated electrical, and brand new cleanout/water service-2024. Basement has tons of space with large rec room, 5th bedroom featuring stunning and thoughtfully designed en-suite bathroom, charming Butler's pantry, and additional storage. Plus new furnace, hot water heater, washer + dryer Classic home, designer's vision throughout, highly sought after block in hyper-prime/walkable location only a few short blocks from Metra, Green Line, shopping, dining, downtown Oak Park, library, parks, award winning schools, and more!

Listing Agent

  1. Maria Cullerton

    Maria Cullerton

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Sold By Compass

Property Details for 555 Monroe Avenue

Area
River Forest
Township
River Forest
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 05/21/2025 04:14 AM

Property Details for 555 Monroe Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12328394
Days on Market4
Taxes$18,256 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,698 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 555 Monroe Avenue

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,698 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,662 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,141

Property Taxes

$1,521

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 555 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
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, 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
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Other
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Screened Porch, Foyer, Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Other
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 174
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2182
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 49
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
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
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 18X12
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: 13X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 25X14
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 17X6
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 19X12
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 12X10
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Dimensions: 15X13

Property History for 555 Monroe Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 9, 2025

Sold

MRED #12328394

$1,260,000
May 5, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558523917

$1,260,000

+7.0% / yr

Apr 7, 2025

Pending

MRED #12328394

Apr 7, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12328394

Apr 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12328394

$1,249,900
Jun 6, 2018

Sold

MRED #09880361

$790,000
Jun 4, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #623736908

$790,000
Apr 29, 2018

Pending

MRED #09880361

Mar 9, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09880361

$835,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/09/2025

Sold

MRED #12328394

$1,260,000
05/05/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558523917

$1,260,000

+7.0% / yr

04/07/2025

Pending

MRED #12328394

04/07/2025

Contingent

MRED #12328394

04/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12328394

$1,249,900
06/06/2018

Sold

MRED #09880361

$790,000
06/04/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #623736908

$790,000
04/29/2018

Pending

MRED #09880361

03/09/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09880361

$835,000

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

Public Records for 555 Monroe Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$11,310Additions$58,690Total$70,000
Tax Record2023$18,256 ($1,521 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,182 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,182 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1919CountyCOOKAPN15-12-214-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 555 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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