607 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 - Photo 1

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$685,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,200 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

*** Multiple Offers Received. Highest and Best Offers Due By 7pm Saturday the 3rd of May 2025*** Welcome to this amazing traditional Victorian home right in the heart of beautiful River Forest! You'll fall in love with the architectural details, the sun-filled rooms, and the updated windows throughout. When you step in, the large formal entry greets you and flows into the double parlored living room, which is perfect for multiple conversation spaces. The expansive dining room is just right for hosting your favorite holidays, and the crisp, simple kitchen has a lovely view of the park-like backyard. Don't forget to check out the full bath on this level and the spacious back porch! On the second floor, you'll find three large bedrooms and a tandem space that's perfect for a home office, conveniently located next to the second staircase leading down to the first floor kitchen. Oh, and the large attic is a great for storage or could even be transformed into a fun bonus room in the future! The basement houses newer HVAC systems and provides even more storage options. This home is in great condition and has been meticulously maintained by the current owner for over 60 years, but it's being sold in completely AS-IS condition. Be sure to ask your agent about the history of improvements made over the years!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 607 Thatcher Ave

General

Sold For: $685,000
Taxes: $16,160 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12340129
Added to Site: 301 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Other Features: Commuter Train

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: River Forest
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Lake Street to Thatcher, head north, property is on east side of street

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, Zoned

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Victorian
Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
Roof: Asphalt
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 2,200
Sq. Ft. Source: Other
Year Built: 1905
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 190

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1905
Tax Amount: $16,160.73
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 15112090070000

Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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Schools

Schools serving 607 Thatcher 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	0.3 mi
Roosevelt School 7560 Oak Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305	5-8	0.6 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 607 Thatcher Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/11/2025

Sold

$685,000

7.03%

MLS

4/30/2025

Listed

$640,000

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Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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607 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 (MLS# 12340129) is a Single Family property that was sold at $685,000 on July 11, 2025. Want to learn more about 607 Thatcher 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.

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