One of a kind custom home in River Forest. This home boasts curb appeal like no other. Walking into the double front doors, you are greeted with exquisite craftsmanship. Off the foyer you will find the sitting room along with the formal dining room, both including oversized windows and tray ceilings. Stretching over the living room and kitchen are beautiful timber-framed vaulted ceilings. In the kitchen you will find custom cabinetry, stainless steal appliances and a walk-in pantry. The living room includes custom built ins, a stone fireplace, and large arched windows and sliding glass doors, allowing for optimal natural lighting. Oversized bedrooms, a walk in laundry room, and large primary suite are all features found on the main floor. Upstairs includes a large suite, living/bonus room, wet bar, and roof top deck overlooking adjacent lot (included with home). The basement is fully finished, including a theater room, large kitchen, living room, safe room/wine cellar and a bedroom and full bath. The basement also includes access to one of the 3 separate garages that doubles as a great entertainment area. The outside space of this home is as impressive as the inside features. With three levels of patio/ outdoor space, this home doubles as a private oasis and an entertainers dream. Waterfall, outdoor kitchen, and fenced grass area are all statement pieces of the outdoor living area. In addition, there is a separate guest house/office with a half bath over a detached garage. This home truly has it all! Monroe County Schools. River Forest is a gated community offering an 18 hole championship golf course, full service clubhouse, swim, tennis and workout facilities.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
2.11 acresLot Size
$116Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Chad Tyler• SouthSide, Realtors
Bought with Brokered Brokered Agent• Brokered Sale
One of a kind custom home in River Forest. This home boasts curb appeal like no other. Walking into the double front doors, you are greeted with exquisite craftsmanship. Off the foyer you will find the sitting room along with the formal dining room, both including oversized windows and tray ceilings. Stretching over the living room and kitchen are beautiful timber-framed vaulted ceilings. In the kitchen you will find custom cabinetry, stainless steal appliances and a walk-in pantry. The living room includes custom built ins, a stone fireplace, and large arched windows and sliding glass doors, allowing for optimal natural lighting. Oversized bedrooms, a walk in laundry room, and large primary suite are all features found on the main floor. Upstairs includes a large suite, living/bonus room, wet bar, and roof top deck overlooking adjacent lot (included with home). The basement is fully finished, including a theater room, large kitchen, living room, safe room/wine cellar and a bedroom and full bath. The basement also includes access to one of the 3 separate garages that doubles as a great entertainment area. The outside space of this home is as impressive as the inside features. With three levels of patio/ outdoor space, this home doubles as a private oasis and an entertainers dream. Waterfall, outdoor kitchen, and fenced grass area are all statement pieces of the outdoor living area. In addition, there is a separate guest house/office with a half bath over a detached garage. This home truly has it all! Monroe County Schools. River Forest is a gated community offering an 18 hole championship golf course, full service clubhouse, swim, tennis and workout facilities. *OWNER FINANCE AVAILABLE, CALL LISTING AGENT FOR MORE INFO*
GAMLS #10451115
Aug 31, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 11, 2025
Price Changed
$1,300,000
$133/sq ft
Jul 16, 2024
Listed
$1,350,000
$138/sq ft
GAMLS #10361751
Jan 31, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jul 16, 2024
Listed
$1,350,000
$138/sq ft
MGMLS #161170
Jan 8, 2022
Sold
$965,000
$99/sq ft
Jul 9, 2021
Listed
$1,100,000
$112/sq ft
GAMLS #9011500
Jan 7, 2022
Sold
$965,000
$99/sq ft
Nov 18, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2021
Listed
$1,100,000
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,844 (+4.2%)
$24,840 + $462,520
$487,360
2024
$12,325 (+16.8%)
$21,600 + $434,640
$456,240
2023
$10,553 (−4.5%)
$13,502 + $360,498
$374,000
2022
$11,045 (+7.2%)
$21,600 + $386,360
$407,960
2021
$10,306 (+96.2%)
$16,000 + $370,240
$386,240
2020
$5,253 (+0.2%)
$16,000 + $185,320
$201,320
2019
$5,245 (+1.3%)
$14,280 + $185,320
$199,600
2018
$5,178
$11,440 + $185,320
$196,760
2017
$5,181 (−10.8%)
$11,440 + $185,320
$196,760
2016
$5,809 (+9.3%)
$11,440 + $185,320
$196,760
2014
$5,314
$9,480 + $212,760
$222,240
Tax history for 601 River Overlook
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,844 (+4.2%)
$24,840 + $462,520
$487,360
2024
$12,325 (+16.8%)
$21,600 + $434,640
$456,240
2023
$10,553 (−4.5%)
$13,502 + $360,498
$374,000
2022
$11,045 (+7.2%)
$21,600 + $386,360
$407,960
2021
$10,306 (+96.2%)
$16,000 + $370,240
$386,240
2020
$5,253 (+0.2%)
$16,000 + $185,320
$201,320
2019
$5,245 (+1.3%)
$14,280 + $185,320
$199,600
2018
$5,178
$11,440 + $185,320
$196,760
2017
$5,181 (−10.8%)
$11,440 + $185,320
$196,760
2016
$5,809 (+9.3%)
$11,440 + $185,320
$196,760
2014
$5,314
$9,480 + $212,760
$222,240
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
5.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.1 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
6,392
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
026F048
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 2
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other, Private Yard, Balcony
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 9790.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 7,296
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,494
Levels: Three Or More
Foundation Details: Block
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 2.11
Lot Size Dimensions: 47916
Lot Size Area: 2.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.11
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,829.30
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $1,100
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $91.67
Location Information
Directions: Please GPS.
Subdivision Name: River Forest
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 6,392
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Monroe County
APN: 026F048
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Samuel E. Hubbard Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.7mi
6/10
Monroe County Middle School Banks Stephens Campus
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.3mi
8/10
Mary Persons High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
57% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.30M
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