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Property Description
Move right in to this beautifully renovated 3,900 sq ft home offering three levels of stunning, modern living in the heart of River Forest. Step inside to an open, light-filled main level featuring a spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace, a formal dining room, and a private first-floor office-perfect for working from home. A guest bedroom and full bath complete this flexible layout. The kitchen is a showstopper, boasting honed black granite countertops, custom maple cabinetry, a marble-topped island, new stainless steel appliances, custom lighting, and a breakfast bar that opens to the inviting breakfast room-ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find a luxurious primary suite with a spa-inspired bath featuring a double vanity, soaking tub, and a separate shower, along with a huge walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and another full bath provide plenty of space for family or guests, along with second floor laundry. The third level offers an additional bed/bath option, or a top floor family room. The lower level adds even more space with a large recreation room, laundry area, and ample storage and plumbed with a Pittsburgh toilet and can easily be finished into a proper half bath. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped yard and a convenient central River Forest location-just minutes to Blue Ribbon winning Lincoln Elementary, Roosevelt Middle School, multiple parks, shopping, Metra Depot and all the amenities this sought-after community offers.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 534 Lathrop Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,223,000
- Taxes: $27,289 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12448857
- Added to Site: 128 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: River Forest
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Just North of Lake St. on Lathrop
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: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,877
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1925
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 157
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1925
- Tax Amount: $27,289.63
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 15121110370000
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Sold by Baird & Warner
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Schools
Schools serving 534 Lathrop Ave
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 | 0.2 mi |
Roosevelt School 7560 Oak Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 | 5-8 | 0.2 mi |
Oak Park & River Forest High School 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 1.4 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 534 Lathrop Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/18/2026
Sold
$1,223,000
6.35%
MLS
10/24/2025
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.
534 Lathrop Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 (MLS# 12448857) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,223,000 on February 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 534 Lathrop Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family 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.

