BOUGHT WITH REDFIN MAR 15, 2016
1523 Park Ave, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305
1523 Park Ave, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305
1523 Park Ave, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305
LAST SOLD ON MAR 15, 2016 FOR $500,000

1523 Park Ave,
RIVER FOREST, IL 60305

$676,980
Redfin Estimate
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,668
Sq Ft
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Listed by Michael O'Neill • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Saul Ruiz
Bought with Saul Ruiz • Redfin Corporation
Redfin checked: 1 minute ago (Oct 1, 2023 at 6:39pm)
•Source:MRED #08994010
Home facts
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1941
Style
Georgian
Community
River Forest
Lot Size
0.25 Acres
Price insights
Redfin Estimate
$676,980
Price/Sq.Ft.
$406
Buyer’s Agent Commission
2.5%

Redfin Estimate for 1523 Park Ave

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$676,980
$177K since sold in March 2016
$11K since September
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Home sale earnings

Est. $308K when you sell with Redfin

Rental earnings

Est. $3,588 per month, based on comparable rentals

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Property details for 1523 Park Ave

Parking
    Parking Information
  • # Of Cars: 2
  • # of Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Driveway: Concrete,Side Drive
Interior
    Bathroom Information
  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (1/2): 1
    Bedroom Information
  • # of Bedrooms: 3
  • # of Bedrooms Possible: 3
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 24 x 15
  • Flooring: Carpet
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 23 x 18
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 5 x 5
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 6 x 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 9 x 6
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 12 x 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 13 x 10
  • Flooring: Carpet
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 10 x 9
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Level: Basement
  • Dimensions: 30 x 12
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 21 x 15
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Room Information
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Second
  • Dimensions: 16 x 13
  • Flooring: Hardwood
    Additional Rooms Information
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement Description: Finished
    Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
  • # of Rooms: 9
    Equipment
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
    Fireplace Information
  • # of Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Exterior
    Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Storms/Screens
    Building Information
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    Property Information
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Parcel Number: 15011040260000
    Lot Information
  • Dimensions: 60 X 188
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded
Financial
    Tax Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $10,461.50
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
    Financial Information
  • Finance Code: Conventional
  • Special Service Area: N
Utilities
    Utility Information
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
    Heating & Cooling
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
Location
    Community Information
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    School Information
  • Elementary School District: 90
  • Elementary School: WILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 90
  • Middle Or Junior School: ROOSEVELT SCHOOL
  • High School District: 200
  • High School: OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCH
    Location Information
  • Township: RIVER FOREST
  • Corporate Limits: RIVER FOREST
  • Directions: Lathrop Avenue North to Lemoyne; turn Left Three Blocks to Park Avenue and Proceed to Home
Other
    Listing Information
  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5% - $295
  • BuyerAgencyCompensationType: Net Sale Price
  • Holds Earnest Money: Yes
  • Possession: Closing
Property information provided by MRED when last listed in 2015. This data may not match public records. Learn more.

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Public facts and zoning for 1523 Park Ave

Beds
4
Baths
2
Sq. Ft.
1,668
Stories
2
Lot Size
10,860 Sq. Ft.
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1941
Year Renovated
—
County
Cook County
APN
15011040260000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2023.

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Zoning

R2 | Permitted: Single-Family, Commercial

Tour insights for 1523 Park Ave

Heavy touring

Open floorplan

Lots of light

Needs work

Killer views

Big backyard

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Street noise

Western exposure. Kitchen is separate from family room. Single sink in master bath.
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Daniel Fiermuga
Daniel Fiermuga • Redfin Associate Agent
Saw this home 8 years ago
Early 40's Georgian. Very well maintained with OK finishes. Classic home with many original features. A bit larger than the average Georgian. Livable now but most will see this as a rehab opportunity. Deep setback from the street and great back yard. 100 amp electric & galvanized plumbing.
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Ken Snedegar
Ken Snedegar • Redfin Agent
Saw this home 8 years ago

Cost of home ownership

$2,557 per month

30-year fixed, 3.68% interest
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Mortgage payment$1,837
Property taxes$538
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Homeowners' insurance$183
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Schools

GreatSchools Summary Rating
8/10

Willard Elementary School

Public, PreK-4 • Serves this home • 0.3mi

8/10

Roosevelt School

Public, 5-8 • Serves this home • 1.1mi

9/10

Oak Park & River Forest High School

Public, 9-12 • Serves this home • 2.0mi

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Transportation near 1523 Park Ave

76/100
Very walkable

Walk Score®

56/100
Bikeable

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Places

3 groceries, 29 restaurants, 9 parks

Transit

307, 318, 319, 72, 90, MD-W

Climate risks

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Risk Factor

Flood Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to flood in next 30 years

Fire Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

Heat Factor - Moderate

7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

Wind Factor - Minor

2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

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