1503 Monroe Avenue, River Forest, Illinois 60305

$1,180,000
5
BD
4
Full Baths
1
Half Bath
3,279
SqFt

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List Price
$1,180,000
MLS#
12784344
Status
NEW
Type
Single Family Residential
Subtype
Residential
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Living Area
3,279
County
Cook
City
River Forest
Neighborhood
River Forest
Days On Market
Unknown

Property Description

Welcome to 1503 Monroe Avenue, where classic River Forest character meets the space and comfort of a thoughtfully updated home. Fully rehabbed in 2021, this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath limestone residence brings together inviting gathering spaces, private retreats, and a layout that makes everyday living and entertaining feel effortless. At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen features Bosch appliances, quartz countertops, and a waterfall island. It opens into a light-filled dining room and expansive family room, keeping everyone connected whether you're preparing a weeknight dinner or hosting a houseful of guests for the holidays. A separate living room with a wood-burning fireplace offers a cozy setting for quiet evenings. For wine enthusiasts, the home also features a humidity-controlled wine cellar. The home's flexible layout is one of its standout features. Two separate wings, each with their own en suite, offer options for accommodating extended family or creating a private home office. The spacious primary suite features an updated bath with an oversized, double-width shower and a rainfall showerhead. An exceptionally spacious walk-in closet with custom built-ins offers the kind of storage rarely found in a classic River Forest home. Thoughtful updates since the renovation include fresh paint, updated light fixtures, new bathroom tile, and a new air-conditioning unit. The roof was replaced in 2020, along with oversized six-inch gutters and downspouts. Conveniently located near Willard Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School, 1503 Monroe offers a welcoming setting for everyday routines, lively celebrations, and everything in between. Make it your home today!

Additional Information

School District
200
Elementary School
Willard Elementary School
Middle School
Roosevelt School
High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Corporate Limits
River Forest
Tax Year
2025
Tax Amount
$25,661
Frequency
Not Applicable
Year Built
1941
Exposure
East, West
Lot Dimensions
50X188
Lot Size Range
Less Than .25 Acre
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
6
Parking Details
Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Air Conditioning
Central Air, Zoned
Heating
Gas
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Property Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Interior Fireplaces
1
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Basement
Yes

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