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River Forest, IL Houses for Sale

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    $799,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,494 Sq Ft

    342 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    Nestled in the heart of prestigious River Forest, this beautifully modernized 1910 traditional style home blends historical charm with top-of-the-line upgrades. A brand new gas and forced air HVAC system, energy efficient windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, hardwood flooring, and plush carpeting transform the shell of this home. The chef's dream kitchen is the centerpiece-a generous

    CJ McCann Keller Williams Premiere Properties

    342 Franklin Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $1,250,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,300 Sq Ft

    739 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    This central River Forest home on the stately 700 block of Jackson Avenue sits on an extra wide lot overlooking Centennial Park. You'll be right in the mix with Metra, CTA, downtown Oak Park, the River Forest Tennis Club and award-winning D90 schools less than a handful of blocks from your door! The owners have expanded and updated their home, creating a consistently crisp, clean aesthetic; the

    Zak Knebel @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    739 Jackson Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $899,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths

    35 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    Timeless River Forest Home Perfectly Merges Classic Charm with Modern Comfort. Stunning original woodwork and art glass windows flow effortlessly into a sunlight drenched kitchen and spacious family room addition. Expansive primary suite features an en-suite bath and generous walk-in closet. Enjoy outdoor living on the screened in porch out back, or the inviting wrap-around porch out front.

    Brian Behan @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    35 Keystone Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $1,349,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,500 Sq Ft

    1206 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    Full brick 2006 construction in sought-after River Forest! This 5-bedroom (1 below grade), 4-bath home is filled with natural light and offers a spacious, open floor plan designed for modern living. The main level features a flexible layout with a den, full bathroom, and convenient mud/ laundry room. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite counters and ample space for entertaining.

    Brian Behan @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    1206 Lathrop Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $1,223,999

    • 3 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,000 Sq Ft

    213 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    Welcome to River Forest's newest remodeled home. Where luxury meets modern! 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths! Amazing! This home is centered around a gourmet kitchen, 5 foot waterfall quartz countertops! Beautiful master study/den next to primary bedroom. Additional sitting room upstairs. 2 bedrooms and spa like bathrooms galore. Go enjoy your full basement with a prep kitchen, 2 spacious bedrooms , 2

    Ruben Camacho Weichert, Realtors - All Pro

    213 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $1,599,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,102 Sq Ft

    1341 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    This stunning Mediterranean-style home combines timeless architecture with thoughtful updates and exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.1 baths, you'll find expansive rooms, hardwood floors, and custom details throughout. A covered porch welcomes you into the home, setting the tone for the charm and character that await inside. The sunken living room boasts a wood burning

    Shea Kiessling Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    1341 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $699,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,865 Sq Ft

    508 William St, River Forest, IL 60305

    Welcome to your future home at 508 William Street, nestled in the heart of River Forest, IL! This charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom ranch-style house effortlessly combines comfort and potential, making it the perfect canvas for your dream home. Step inside and explore the spacious 1,862 square feet of living space, featuring an inviting eat-in kitchen with ample table space, perfect for casual

    Andrew Gagliardo Compass

    508 William St, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $2,199,500 New Construction

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 5,275 Sq Ft

    1437 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    Located on a quiet and stately block of River Forest, this stunning home is an exceptional work of collaboration by an accomplished architect with a vision, a seasoned designer with a guiding hand for beauty, comfort, and balance, and a meticulous builder who executed the plan with impeccable attention to detail. Welcome to 1437 Ashland, River Forest! The handsome transitional-style exterior

    Daniel Halperin @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    1437 Ashland Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $384,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,800 Sq Ft

    1636 N 75th Ave, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

    Location, space, and updates.... this Elmwood Park gem has it 'all'. Set in one of the most exciting and rapidly growing pockets of the village, this move-in ready home is just steps from Elmwood Park's thriving Restaurant Row, parks, top-rated schools, and every grocery store you can think of with a brand-new one opening just blocks away. Inside, you'll find oversized bedrooms, three full baths,

    Jesus Vazquez RE/MAX City

    1636 N 75th Ave, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Why Live in River Forest

River Forest is a Chicago suburb renowned for its Prairie School architecture, featuring numerous historic homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and his contemporaries. The neighborhood offers a 20-minute nonstop Metra ride to downtown Chicago, making it convenient for commuting and city visits. River Forest is bordered by Thatcher Woods, a 250-acre nature preserve with trails and a natural history museum, and has several community parks with robust recreation programs, including adult sports leagues and platform tennis. Local dining options include Johnnie’s Beef, Russell’s Barbecue, and FatDuck Tavern & Grill, while grocery shopping is facilitated by nearby Jewel-Osco, Whole Foods Market, and Trader Joe’s. For retail shopping, residents can visit Winston Plaza just west of the village. The area is served by highly rated schools such as Lincoln Elementary, Willard Elementary, Roosevelt Middle, and Oak Park and River Forest High School, which offers extensive courses and extracurricular activities. Public programs in River Forest include historic preservation efforts, senior services, and events at the River Forest Public Library. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and home styles range from Gothic Revival and Victorian to Tudor Revival, with single-family homes averaging around $1 million. The closest hospital, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, is less than two miles away, and O’Hare International Airport is about a 30-minute drive.

Home Trends in River Forest, IL

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$609,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$957,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$275,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$240,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$143,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$297
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Last 12 months Home Sales
168
Months of Supply
1.80
Median List Price
$630,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
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