558 Forest Avenue

River Forest, IL 60305

$1,295,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,614 Sq. Ft.
$358 / Sq. Ft.
3,614
Sq. Ft.
$358
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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!
  1. Listed by Kimberly Wojack • Baird & Warner
  2. Listed by Anne Ferri • Baird & Warner

Property Details for 558 Forest 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
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/15/2024 12:35 AM

Property Details for 558 Forest Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12131366
Days on Market45
Taxes$26,837 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1898
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,620 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 558 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1898Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,620 SF

Property Information for 558 Forest 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), Transmitter(s), 7 Foot or more high garage door
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Bookcases, Ceiling - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Carpeting, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Replacement Windows
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Double Pane Windows,Screens
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Foyer, Mud Room, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sprinkler-Lawn, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2020
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2020
  • 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, Mature Trees, Garden, Partial Fencing, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X177
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Fiber Cement
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2024-08-08T20:42:49
  • Photos Count: 40
  • Rural: N
  • 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: 16X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 8X5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X28
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 9X9
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X9
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X5

Property History for 558 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 558 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$12,082Additions$53,954Total$66,036
Tax Record2022$19,336 ($1,611 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,754 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,754 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,740 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1898CountyCOOKAPN15-12-107-038Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 558 Forest 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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558 Forest Avenue is a single family home for sale in River Forest, IL 60305. This property was listed for sale on August 15, 2024 by Baird & Warner, it's currently listed at $1,295,000. This listing's school districts are River Forest School District 90, Oak Park - River Forest School District 200. Nearby schools include Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt School and Oak Park & River Forest High School. 558 Forest Avenue is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 3,614 sqft single family home built in 1898.

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