About River Forest

Welcome to the Perfect River Forest Home! This stunning property is in a prime location and has everything a new owner needs. Longtime owners have cared for and meticulously maintained this home. Beautiful kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, granite countertops, tons of storage and a convenient breakfast bar. The living room is bright and spacious and features a wonderful wood-burning fireplace with built-in shelves which adds warmth and charm to the space. Separate dining room is an excellent spot for hosting dinner parties and holidays. The first floor is complete with a newly updated and darling powder room, two closets with professional closet systems and hardwood floors throughout. Three large bedrooms with great closet space also complete with professional closet systems. The Juliet balcony off the primary bedroom is a perfect spot for your morning coffee or read a book and relax! The updated bathroom ensures modern comfort and style and offers an extra closet! The basement has additional living space with a recreation room, full bar, and a full bathroom. Laundry and more storage are also found in the lower level. One of the highlights of this property is the picturesque yard. The professional landscaping provides privacy and beauty! Sprinkler system takes away the hassle of watering the lawn and landscape! Enjoy entertaining space and grill your favorite meals or hang out by the firewall feature. This is truly an oasis to escape and unwind! Off alley parking with a 2 car garage that is spotless and great for winter months! Schools and Parks are blocks away as well as popular stores like Jewel, Whole Foods, and Panera Bread. Convenient location to the Green Line and metra station. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own this home!

This gorgeous Buurma built home offers a unique opportunity to make your new home an historic River Forest classic. With stately proportions and stunning curb appeal this home welcomes you inside where you will find three levels of gracious living spaces that combine classic elegance and modern comfort. It has been Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated over the years. Enter the formal foyer flanked by the gracious living room and dining room. The large living room is flooded with natural light & features a gas fireplace and the dining room can easily accommodate your largest family gatherings. The sleek modern kitchen with generous work space and stainless steel appliances is a cook's dream. Enjoy your morning coffee in the bright and sunny breakfast room or take it outside to the screened in porch. A half bath and flex space ( now used as a work out room) round out the 1st floor. Upstairs you will find the primary suite with a spa like bath, another updated bath plus two additional bedrooms which share a unique sun filled space which makes a perfect playroom. The third level features another bedroom and bath plus plenty of space to carve out a 5th bedroom if needed. Heading down to the lower level, which can be accessed from two locations, you will find a large finished recreation area with another gas fireplace and plenty of unfinished space for all your storage needs. This home has so many updates inside and out including new windows, remodel of 3 bathrooms and kitchen, high efficiency boiler, new heat pump installed, new concrete driveway, tuckpointing on home and garage, landscaping and much more. Be sure to review the list under additional information. All of this in a close to everything location including shopping, transportation and fantastic schools. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!

Calling all investors! This garden level condo needs rehab, and is priced accordingly. A unique opportunity - fix and flip, or retain as a rental property. Located just one block away from Concordia College! The living room and master bedroom have sunny southern exposure. Common area laundry and one assigned storage space #20. One assigned parking spot #2. HOA dues cover heat, water, sewer, trash service, common insurance, and exterior maintenance. Property is being sold AS-IS. Don't miss this one!

This charming vintage and cool bungalow with full finished basement is located in a great River Forest hot spot. From the foyer and bright sun room you'll find open and green views of the park across the street. The lovely living room features built-ins, a gas fireplace and curved archways. You'll find a large dining room with beautiful original windows and moldings. Hardwood floors throughout the first level along with original doors, hardware and built in storage/linen cabinet and drawers in hallway. Main level also has 3 bedrooms and a full bath. Primary bedroom faces lush green yard and has a walk in closet with Elfa shelving system. Classic white kitchen and granite counters, peninsula with eat in area, pantry closet and separate coffee bar or buffet space. Downstairs in the finished basement you'll find a comfortable ceiling height of almost 7 ft and lots of windows, a large rec room, 4th bedroom, another full bathroom plus a finished storage space that could be used for an office or playroom. Awesome storage throughout including a full laundry room and utility room. The mudroom area and landing leads you out to the amazing and peaceful yard with brick paver patio space, fire pit area, 2 car garage. 50 x 158 lot, fenced yard including across the driveway. You'll find the park and River Forest library across the street. Lincoln Elem. Wonderful and walkable location!

Curb appeal, central location, nice features & updates and a huge backyard! This English Tudor has wonderful curb appeal in a truly superb River Forest location - walking distance to Blue-Ribbon public schools, shopping and the Metra. What a wonderful first home (or downsizer)...and the 178 foot lot offers a very special opportunity for an addition to this fine property. Sunny living room features a wood-burning fireplace and alcove seating. Beautiful plaster cove ceilings accent the first floor and there are hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen features nice counter & cabinet space and a quaint breakfast seating area that looks out on the beautiful, fully fenced backyard landscaped with perennial gardens, outdoor fire pit and winding paver paths leading to a 2.5 car garage with pull-down storage and a 2 car parking pad. The second floor features 3 bedrooms including a huge primary bedroom. Pride of ownership is evident in the recent updates that include (2022) Tear off Roof; New Sump Pump; New Hot Water Heater; Exterior Trim Painted and (2020) New Boiler, New AC Compressor and (2012) Space Pac AC (with air handler in the attic). Sellers request at least a June/July closing.

Welcome to 554 Forest Avenue, a truly exquisite residence exuding timeless elegance and luxury. This stunning home offers 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and boasts an expansive 5932 square feet of living space on a generous lot of 10741 square feet. Upon entering, you are greeted by a grand foyer that leads to the sophisticated living areas adorned with impeccable hardwood floors, 10' ceilings, custom millwork and an abundance of natural light. The chef's kitchen is a culinary masterpiece, featuring top-of-the-line Sub Zero, Wolf, and Thermador appliances, double ovens, a range hood, paneled dishwasher, fridge and freezer and an 8' island. The adjacent butlers pantry and oversized family room with a fireplace create an inviting ambiance for entertaining guests. The primary bedroom suite is a sanctuary of indulgence with multiple closets, and a spa-like ensuite bathroom featuring heated floors, Kohler bluetooth amplifier with waterproof speakers, a steam shower, and a separate helix tub for ultimate comfort. Each additional bedroom is thoughtfully designed with custom cabinetry and accompanied by its own private or adjacent bathroom, ensuring every resident's comfort and privacy. The second floor laundry room features 2 sets and washer and dryers, a sink and plenty of storage. An extra deep pour full basement offers additional space for recreation and entertaining, with a full bar and secondary kitchen area, wine cellar, game room and theater room. The spacious mudroom and catch all closet off the side door are easily closed off while providing the needed space. This home also has a whole house generator providing peace of mind during any power outages. The outdoor space is equally impressive, with a beautiful paver patio and porch, built in grill, the perfect setting for al fresco dining or relaxing amidst the lush surroundings. Down the street you have Keystone park, and you are minutes from grocery stores, downtown Oak Park, Metra, restaurants and dining!

OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HS DISTRICT! WALK TO THE METRA, GREEN LINE & RESTAURANTS/SHOPPING ON MADISON FROM THIS 3 BED + 3.5 BATH OVER 2,500 SQFT THREE YEAR OLD CONSTRUCTION ALL BRICK TOWNHOUSE OFFERED IN THE RIVER FOREST COLLECTION! FLAT MODERN ITALIAN CABINETRY/STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES/QUARTZ ISLAND KITCHEN OPENS TO SEPARATE LIVING AND DINING AREA W/ ACCESS TO LARGE DECK IDEAL FOR INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING; LUXE PRIMARY SUITE W/ MASSIVE WALK-IN-CLOSET AND DOUBLE SINK QUARTZ VANITY FULL BATH W/ OVERSIZED SHOWER; LARGE SECOND BEDROOM W/ WALK-IN-CLOSET AND EN-SUITE FULL BATH; FULL SIZE SIDE-BY-SIDE W/D ON THE BEDROOM LEVEL; MAIN LEVEL BEDROOM ALSO W/ FULL BATH CAN BE USED AS AN OFFICE/FAMILY ROOM AS WELL; 2-CAR ATTACHED HEATED GARAGE!

This stunning 6 bedroom, 4.1 bathroom home offers a blend of historic charm and modern amenities and custom cabinetry throughout. Upon entering, you are greeted by a double parlor living room featuring reclaimed pocket doors that can be closed to create a cozy office around the original fireplace with custom art deco tile. The adjacent formal dining room and butler's pantry features elegant leaded glass windows and custom wallpaper. Walk back into the heart of the home - the open concept Jean Stoffer designed kitchen, where a rarely seen hand carved limestone mantel frames the top-of-the line Wolf oven/convection oven set with a built-in grill and griddle, perfect for making pancakes in the morning. The kitchen also features a built-in Sub Zero refrigerator and freezer, hidden refrigerator and freezer drawers throughout, custom cabinetry, and a double farm sink. Enjoy the light-filled eat-in area overlooking the professionally landscaped backyard, which opens to the family room with a gas fireplace. Spacious mudroom and powder room with custom cabinetry and mudroom closets complete the first floor. Second level offers four large bedrooms, including ensuite primary with steam shower and a convenient second floor laundry; along with three additional spacious bedrooms and a full updated bathroom with dual sinks. Walk upstairs to the finished third level, providing two additional bedrooms, another play space or private office, and separate laundry and full bathroom - ideal for guests or an Au Pair. Newly finished (2024) basement is a huge perk of the home - complete with all new windows, additional living space, renovated full bathroom, a play room, a meditation room, a wine cellar and a dug out gym with built-ins and heated floors. Property sits on an oversized 75'x157' corner lot, providing ample outdoor space, not to mention the two-story garage with usable second floor, offering versatility for rec room, kids play gym, gymnastics gym, batting cage area or workshop area. Professional recently painted exterior (2021), incredible natural light, updated light fixtures, and hardwood floors throughout. Located in the heart of River Forest- near Roosevelt Middle School, River Forest Library, River Forest Tennis Club, and more. Truly nothing to do but enjoy this beautiful home and all that River Forest offers!

Welcome to your 2023 rehabbed dream home flooded with natural light throughout and high ceilings! Nestled on an oversized lot in River Forest, this stunning modern masterpiece exudes elegance and sophistication. Meticulously restored from the ground up, this home offers the perfect blend of contemporary design and timeless charm. Step inside and be captivated by the seamless fusion of space and style. New white oak floors adorn three levels, leading you through a grand staircase with beautiful light fixtures that illuminate every corner. The heart of this home is the chef's dream kitchen, where culinary aspirations come to life. Quartz countertops, custom hand-made solid maple cabinets and a magnificent 48 Ilve Majestic oven from Italy set the stage for gourmet creations. High end appliances include beverage refrigerator, Dacor Dishwasher and Monogram side by side refrigerator. Indulge in the luxury of beautifully appointed bathrooms featuring exquisite tile, Kohler, Duravit, Graff and Gerberit bath fixtures and innovative lighting. Picture yourself starting your day with Alexa Amazon speakers seamlessly integrated into the bathroom mirror, providing weather updates and setting the tone for the day ahead. Entertain with ease in the open-concept main level, featuring a family room with a gas fireplace, living room, dining room, kitchen, den, powder room, and convenient mudroom. Upstairs, discover a haven of comfort with four bedrooms, three baths, and a dedicated laundry room. The third floor offers a private retreat with an additional bedroom, bath, and two charming nooks ideal for quiet reading or imaginative play. The lower level beckons with another spacious family room complete with a wet bar and refrigerator, heated floors in basement including the bathroom, perfect for hosting gatherings or cozy nights in. A second laundry room on lower level adds convenience and functionality to everyday living. New roof, 2 new drain tile systems. A new 4-story addition was added on the south/west side as well as a mudroom on the west side. No detail has been overlooked in this meticulously renovated home, with upgrades including a new copper supply water line to the street, new overhead plumbing system, new basement floor, new electrical 200 AMPS service as well as whole house system, sprinkler system, new closed cell spray insulation, new windows, new doors and state-of-the-art security system with cameras for added peace of mind. New James Hardie Board siding (fiber cement). Experience the pinnacle of luxury living in a home that combines unparalleled craftsmanship with modern amenities. With its new construction feel and maintenance-free appeal, this is more than just a home-it's a lifestyle. Relax and unwind on your new large back deck overlooking a great yard. Deck was done with Trex decking boards and aluminum railings (maintenance free) Home also has a front porch with new Trex boards, new cedar baluster, trims and soffit. 2 car garage has a 240v circuit for an EV plus an exterior spot. Garage has new roof shingles and gutters, new siding and side door. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional property, where every detail reflects the care and dedication of its developers. Schedule your private showing today and make your dream a reality!

Welcome to your new home in the vibrant community of River Forest! Situated on the 5th floor of an elevator building, which includes a garage space and a storage locker, this expansive 1600 square foot condo offers convenience, comfort, prestigious top ranked schools, and endless possibilities. Very spacious primary bedroom with a walk in closet!! The versatile floor plan allows for the dining area to be easily converted into a third bedroom or office and if you want more of an open floor plan just remove the wall in the kitchen. The unit features new flooring throughout, updated bathrooms, a new furnace, and a new balcony door leading to the large west-facing balcony. Neighborhood amenities include a very close proximity to: Jewel, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Keystone Park, Thatcher Woods Pavilion, G.A.R. Woods, and restaurants, bars, and shops by Madison and Des Plaines Ave!! This condo offers the perfect blend of space, convenience, and location. Whether you're enjoying the spacious living areas, exploring the vibrant neighborhood, or taking in the sunset from your balcony, you'll feel right at home in River Forest. Don't miss your chance to make this your new home sweet home!

Don't let this rare chance slip away to own a part of history in the enchanting 1922 vintage brick building nestled in the heart of central River Forest. Immerse yourself in the charm of this first-floor unit, boasting expansive rooms, soaring ceilings, elegant arched doorways, gleaming hardwood floors, exquisite woodwork, convenient built-in shelving, a cozy gas fireplace, and an updated cherry cabinet kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the picturesque setting of a landscaped corner lot and take advantage of the additional shared rental income from the separate studio apartment. With the convenience of being within walking distance to downtown Oak Park, this property is a true gem waiting to be discovered - don't hesitate, schedule your showing today!

Stunning and stately in prime location across from Priory Park with luxurious updates, generous space, and jumbo sized/park-like yard! This classic Tudor defines 'forever home' with grand rooms, thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, and an ideal layout for entertaining. Brilliantly designed by Jean Stouffer, kitchen meets and exceeds the needs of a semi-pro chef while celebrating the grandeur of the home's elegance. The inviting space includes extra long dining/serving island, 2 dishwashers new in 2022, walk-in pantry, separate bar/buffet with beverage refrigerator and ice maker, high end appliances, furniture-quality custom cabinetry, well appointed storage solutions, exquisite finishes and custom French doors that open to outdoor porch/patio dining. The light and bright living room/dining room combo is glamorous yet practical with plenty of room for formal dining plus additional lounge area. Giant 1st floor family room with heated floors, gas fireplace, views of glorious yard, office nook, and yet another dining area. Primary suite stretches across the entire south wing of the home's second floor and includes 'his and hers' separate bathrooms, tons of storage, tandem room that could be a nursery or den/library, and sunroom overlooking backyard treetops. Second floor also features updated Jack and Jill bathroom and 2nd and 3rd enormous bedrooms. Third floor offers a 4th large bedroom and possible 5th bedroom/bonus space plus full bathroom. Finished basement with large rec room, updated full bathroom, uniquely functional laundry room, high ceilings, and dedicated storage spaces. The backyard is outdoor living at its best with hardscape patio, bar/raised dining space, fire feature, lush.landscaping strategically designed for maximum privacy, newer 2018 built garage, and 2018 concrete apron. Walk to award winning schools, oversized lot, prime location, gorgeous block, smart updates throughout, and meticulously maintained. Truly a timeless beauty with space for everyone!