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Property Description
Absolutely stunning and fully renovated 3-bedroom + office, 2.5-bath top-floor condo in a prime River Forest boutique building. Nothing has been left undone-every inch of this home has been thoughtfully customized by the current owners with the highest attention to detail. You'll love the ideal flow of this spacious floor plan, featuring 9-foot ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and oversized windows that fill the home with natural light. The welcoming foyer includes a large walk-in closet and a stylish half bath with a custom stone vanity. The expansive living room overlooks tree tops and a peaceful courtyard, anchored by a striking custom-built fireplace and one of three sliding doors that lead to your private balcony. The true chef's kitchen is a showstopper with handcrafted cabinetry, quartz countertops, designer tile backsplash, and top-tier Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Bosch appliances. Enjoy casual dining at the eat-in island or a full table setup with two more sliding doors that open to the balcony. A flexible floor plan allows for a formal dining room or additional lounge space, while each bedroom offers excellent closet storage, custom window treatments, and designer lighting. The office can easily serve as a fourth bedroom or den. The serene primary suite offers a true retreat with fully outfitted custom walk-in closets and a luxurious spa-like bath, complete with heated floors, marble finishes, a soaking tub, large walk-in shower, and a double vanity with ample storage plus 2 linen closets! Large utility room with side by side washer/dryer, sink, additional storage! Additional highlights include heated garage tandem parking space and storage unit. All of this in a walk-to-everything location-this is River Forest living at its best. Don't miss this rare opportunity!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1 Gale Ave #5A
General
- Sold For: $1,250,000
- HOA FEE: $981/month
- Taxes: $13,932 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12434119
- Added to Site: 211 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Elevator(s), Storage, Sundeck
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Roof Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: River Forest
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Gale North or South to Building
School Information
- School District: 90
- Midd School District: 90
- Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
- Middle School: Roosevelt School
- High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- Private School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Water, Insurance, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
- Mgmt. Company: Westward360
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo, Courtyard, Mid-Rise (4 to 6 Stories)
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Entry Floor Number: 5
- Stories/Levels: 5
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1991
- Remodeled/Updated: 2017
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 18
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $981
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1991
- Tax Amount: $13,932.39
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Property ID: 15123180361016
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Schools
Schools serving 1 Gale Ave #5A
School Districts:River Forest School District 90, Oak Park and River Forest District 200
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, River Forest, IL 511 Park Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 | PK-4 | 0.7 mi |
Roosevelt School 7560 Oak Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 | 5-8 | 1 mi |
Oak Park & River Forest High School 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1 Gale Ave #5A
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Sold
$1,250,000
8.7%
MLS
7/31/2025
Listed
$1,150,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1 Gale Avenue #5A, River Forest, IL 60305 (MLS# 12434119) is a Condo property that was sold at $1,250,000 on November 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 1 Gale Avenue #5A? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in River Forest? You can browse all River Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

