1444 Forest Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
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1444 Forest Avenue,River Forest, IL 60305
$1,275,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,505 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by:louise nix
Office:berkshire hathaway homeservices chicago
MLS#:12448283
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$1,275,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$363.77
About this home
Beautiful Tudor filled with charm, character, and a true sense of home from the moment you arrive. Enter through the arched front door into a dramatic slate-tiled foyer, where a two-story skylight floods the space with natural light. The warmth and craftsmanship of this home are immediately felt. The sunken living room features 9.5 ft beamed ceilings, rich wood trim, oversized windows, and an impressive stone fireplace. An elegant formal dining room offers classic crown molding and a large bay window perfect for holiday gatherings. A large chefs kitchen, with custom cabinetry, open shelving, calacatta marble countertops, farmhouse sink, all complemented by high-end appliances including a Wolf 6 burner dual fuel range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Bosch dishwasher. A few steps up from the main level, the spacious family room offers a quiet retreat with custom woodwork, built-in bookshelves, a sunlit window seat overlooking the backyard, and a striking limestone wbfp. Upstairs, you'll find four large bedrooms, each with generously sized closets, along with two full baths that still showcase their original vintage charm.The finished lower level includes a sunken rec room with a wbfp-great for movie nights and game days. The large utility room offers laundry, extra storage, space for exercise equipment, and room for a third bath. A 2 car heated attached garage provides convenience and additional storage. Enjoy a peaceful backyard with a large stone patio and a built-in wood-burning fireplace-ideal for outdoor entertaining or cozy fall evenings. Located just blocks from top-rated Willard School, Constitution Park, restaurants, shops, and more.
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Home facts
- Year built:1928
- Listing ID #:12448283
- Added:11 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 02, 2025 at 07:44 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Living area:3,505 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Tile
- Year built:1928
- Building area:3,505 sq. ft.
Schools
- High school:Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- Middle school:Roosevelt School
- Elementary school:Willard Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,275,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$363.77
- Tax amount:$20,855 (2023)
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