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Attractive red brick Colonial on a corner lot. The home was custom built in 1933 with a slate roof; bay windows and brick driveway. The home is walking distance to elementary & junior high schools with adjoining or nearby beautiful parks. North Ave is conveniently within walking distance to grocery stores; salons, a wide choice of cafes and restaurants. This home had 3 level's when it was built. However a 4th level of living space included a 2 room suite, wall to wall closest; work-study-hobby area and & private bath. Currently there are 5 bedrooms - 5 full baths and 2 half baths. The 1st floor has a suite ideal for guests; relatives or live in. The center entrance has a marble floor; a large closet with a window and an interior mail drop. The powder room which is located nearthe main entry; large closet and the interior to the finished basement complete with a wet bar. The sunken living room has oak flooring; a wood-buring fireplace; a large bay window with sitting room for art and plant display. There's a built in display case in the corner of the room that illiminates and lined with mirrors. The large sunroom in the front of the house was used as an office; music room and entertainment. The 2nd fireplace is located on the inside wall. This room is protected with privacy by the landscaping, but the wooden blinds allow the sunshine in the AM & PM. The formal dining room, kitchen and breakfast room are centrally located near the exits to the attached garage with brick driveway, a concrete patio and rear garden area. The spiral staircase that leads to the 2nd floor. Each of the 3 bedrooms have their own full baths and large tandem walk closet for linens and out of season clothes. The 3rd floor is a 2 room suite with a large bedroom and full bath and wall to wall closets. The tandem area is useful as a separate work-study-hobby space with built in bookcases, a storage closet and access to attic area. The galley kitchen was just updated with all new stainless appliances and has a separate butler pantry area and breakfast room. If you're looking to restore this home's vibe, this could be your home.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 0 | LAST UPDATED | 7/25/2026 |
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| YEAR BUILT | 1933 | COMMUNITY | River Forest |
| GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 | COUNTY | Cook |
| STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| School District | Oak Park & River Forest High Sch |
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| Elementary School | Willard Elementary School |
| Jr. High School | Roosevelt School |
| High School | Oak Park & River Forest High Sch |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air |
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| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Bar Fridge, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer |
| AREA | River Forest |
| BASEMENT | Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Brick |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| HEAT | Forced Air |
| INTERIOR | Dry Bar |
| LOT | 0 |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Corner Lot |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 50 x 180 |
| PARKING | No Garage, Attached, Driveway, Garage |
| SEWER | Public Sewer |
| STYLE | Colonial |
| TAXES | 24357.82 |
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