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  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,239 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 2 hours ago

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618 Monroe Avenue,River Forest, IL 60305

618 Monroe AvenueRiver ForestIL60305

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Classic charm meets modern comfort in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath all brick Georgian Revival. A light and bright entryway welcomes you in, flanked by formal living and dining rooms. The inviting living room features a wood burning fireplace and flows seamlessly into a sunroom. The formal dining room connects to a well-appointed kitchen with table space and stainless steel appliances. The spacious family room is a standout, featuring a gas fireplace, vaulted beamed ceiling, and skylights that fill the space with natural light. There is also a convenient half bath for guests. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms, including the primary bedroom with dual closets, a cozy window seat, and a private balcony Two additional generously sized bedrooms and an updated hall bath with a soaking tub complete the main level. The unfinished basement offers great storage and a laundry area with sink, ready for your finishing touches. Step outside to a huge fenced backyard featuring a patio and fire pit and access to the 2 car detached garage. Unbeatable location just blocks to Whole Foods, Austin Gardens, the Oak Park Metra station, and with easy access to I-290 and the Green & Blue Lines. Zoned to highly rated Oak Park & River Forest High School. This is the perfect place to start your next chapter.

Full Property Details for 618 Monroe Ave

General

  • Price: $829,900
  • Taxes: $17,625 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12597965
  • Updated: Today (4/2/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Interior Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Concrete, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: River Forest
  • County: Cook
  • Township: River Forest
  • Driving Directions: From Harlem Ave and Lake St - North on Harlem, left on Oak Ave, left on Monroe Ave, follow to property.

School Information

  • School District: 90
  • Elem School District: 90
  • Midd School District: 90
  • High School District: 200
  • 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: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Georgian
  • Architectural Style: Georgian
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Partial
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 2,239
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 10120
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1923
  • Tax Amount: $17,625.3
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 15122070110000

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Schools serving 618 Monroe Ave

School Districts:River Forest School District 90, Oak Park and River Forest District 200
NameGradesDistance
Roosevelt School
7560 Oak Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
5-80.1 mi
Lincoln Elementary School, River Forest, IL
511 Park Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305
PK-40.4 mi
Oak Park & River Forest High School
201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302
9-121.2 mi
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Price & Sales History for 618 Monroe Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
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4/02/2026
Listed
$829,900
45.6%
MLS
6/14/2013
Sold
$570,000
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Tax History for 618 Monroe Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$16,938
4%
$65,186
22%
2022
$16,212
4%
$53,623
—
2021
$15,641
-4%
$53,623
-5%
2020
$16,229
8%
$56,510
9%
2019
$15,088
6%
$52,033
—
2018
$14,282
-13%
$52,033
-13%
2017
$16,450
6%
$59,552
18%
2016
$15,457
2%
$50,547
—
2015
$15,145
9%
$50,547
—
2014
$13,889
—
$50,547
-2%
2013
$13,864
-2%
$51,766
—
2012
$14,130
—
$51,766
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618 Monroe Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 (MLS# 12597965) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 618 Monroe Avenue is currently listed for $829,900 and was received on April 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 618 Monroe 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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