This expansive 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home is brimming with opportunity. The main floor living room and a modernized eat-in kitchen featuring ample cabinets and generous counter space are ready to welcome its new owner. Additionally, there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms on this level. Upstairs, you'll find two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large family room perfect for gathering or relaxation. The partially finished basement offers incredible flexibility, with a Recreation Room, a full bathroom, sauna, and bonus room with direct access to the backyard. The property also includes a sizable detached 2.5-car garage with an upper level providing abundant storage space. Updates within last 7 years include roof, windows, HVAC system, and kitchen, along with two updated bathrooms. While the home shows signs of wear and deferred maintenance, it presents an exceptional opportunity for buyers to bring their vision to life. With thoughtful updates and repairs, this remarkable property can truly shine and offer its next owners a stunning and spacious retreat. Walking distance to Rhodes Elementary School and parks. Sold in "As Is" condition with the buyer responsible for any Village of River Grove Code requirements.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
4,340 sq ftLot Size
$378Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lynn Bjorvik• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Josephine Ceglarek• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Vitalina Bench• North Shore Prestige Realty
HUGE HOME - GREAT OPPORTUNITY! THIS 5 BEDROOM HOME HAS TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL. MAIN LEVEL HAS 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, VERY LARGE KITCHEN. 2ND LEVEL HAS 2 BEDROOMS, BATHROOM AND LARGE LIVING SPACE. FULL BASEMENT WITH ACCESS TO THE EXTERIOR. 2 CAR HEATED GARAGE WITH ENORMOUS 2ND LEVEL FOR STORAGE. HOME NEEDS WORK BUT LOCATION AND SIZE MAKE THIS WORTH THE EFFORT. COULD BE GOOD CANDIDATE FOR REHAB LOAN. SOLD "AS IS" AND BUYER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CODE VIOLATIONS REQUIRED BY THE VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,306 (+4.3%)
$5,469 + $26,531
$32,000
2022
$9,881 (+45.9%)
$4,593 + $23,406
$27,999
2021
$6,771 (+5.8%)
$3,281 + $13,140
$16,421
2020
$6,401 (+47.6%)
$3,281 + $13,140
$16,421
2019
$4,337 (+88.5%)
$3,281 + $15,316
$18,597
2018
$2,301 (+3.8%)
$2,843 + $19,814
$22,657
2017
$2,216 (−21.7%)
$2,843 + $19,814
$22,657
2016
$2,830 (−8.5%)
$2,843 + $19,814
$22,657
2015
$3,092 (+4.4%)
$2,515 + $19,019
$21,534
2014
$2,963 (−58.3%)
$2,515 + $19,019
$21,534
2013
$7,105 (+177.5%)
$2,515 + $19,019
$21,534
2012
$2,560 (+4.0%)
$2,953 + $20,692
$23,645
2011
$2,463 (+14.9%)
$2,953 + $20,692
$23,645
2010
$2,145 (+12.4%)
$2,953 + $20,692
$23,645
2009
$1,908 (+0.6%)
$3,062 + $24,628
$27,690
2008
$1,897 (−5.5%)
$4,900 + $26,567
$31,467
2007
$2,008
$4,900 + $26,567
$31,467
Tax history for 2559 Rhodes Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,306 (+4.3%)
$5,469 + $26,531
$32,000
2022
$9,881 (+45.9%)
$4,593 + $23,406
$27,999
2021
$6,771 (+5.8%)
$3,281 + $13,140
$16,421
2020
$6,401 (+47.6%)
$3,281 + $13,140
$16,421
2019
$4,337 (+88.5%)
$3,281 + $15,316
$18,597
2018
$2,301 (+3.8%)
$2,843 + $19,814
$22,657
2017
$2,216 (−21.7%)
$2,843 + $19,814
$22,657
2016
$2,830 (−8.5%)
$2,843 + $19,814
$22,657
2015
$3,092 (+4.4%)
$2,515 + $19,019
$21,534
2014
$2,963 (−58.3%)
$2,515 + $19,019
$21,534
2013
$7,105 (+177.5%)
$2,515 + $19,019
$21,534
2012
$2,560 (+4.0%)
$2,953 + $20,692
$23,645
2011
$2,463 (+14.9%)
$2,953 + $20,692
$23,645
2010
$2,145 (+12.4%)
$2,953 + $20,692
$23,645
2009
$1,908 (+0.6%)
$3,062 + $24,628
$27,690
2008
$1,897 (−5.5%)
$4,900 + $26,567
$31,467
2007
$2,008
$4,900 + $26,567
$31,467
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,375 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,220
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
12274140080000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R1
Single-Unit Dwelling Detached Residential District
The purpose of the R1 single-unit dwelling detached residential district is to provide for, and preserve, single-unit residential development within the village. The R1 district provides for limited nonresidential uses that are compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 9 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 20
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Second
Dimensions: 9 x 10
Window Treatments: Shades
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 10
Window Treatments: Shades
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Window Treatments: Shades
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Window Treatments: Shades
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 30
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 34
Flooring: Porcelain Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 15
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Full