1538 Park Avenue #1B, River Forest, IL 60305
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Broughton Team
Listed by: kara gabbert keller
Office: baird & warner
MLS#:12575680
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$150,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$197.11
- Monthly HOA dues:$385
About this home
Easily accessible first floor 1 bed/1 bath condo in north River Forest that lives large with a very smart layout maximizing the space. Enjoy great east and west natural light through the large windows in this so well cared for home, just freshly painted top to bottom. Updates include 2021 vinyl plank flooring throughout and new ceiling fan in kitchen, plus 2022 new dishwasher and refrigerator. This spacious ground floor unit features a generous sized bedroom with nice sized closets and an large open living/dining room. 1 portable AC unit conveys. Designated parking space, designated storage in basement, and free laundry on site. Monthly assessment includes heat, water, common insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, and snow removal. Animals and rentals allowed. No planned specials. A new board began in 2025 and has worked to reduce expenses and rebuild reserves - projects already completed include power washing the awnings and entrances and rekeying the back doors. They have more projects planned for 2026! They will be painting the front and back stairwells, replacing the back door, cleaning out the basement, and fully replacing the parking lot. Fantastic walkable location, steps from Constitution Park, Willard Elementary, and all the shops and restaurants on North Ave, with easy access to downtown Chicago, the western suburbs, and both airports....
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Home facts
- Year built:1961
- Listing ID #:12575680
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:April 06, 2026 at 04:34 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:1
- Total bathrooms:1
- Full bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:4
- Dining Description:Combined With Living Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:761 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Steam
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1961
- Building area:761 sq. ft.
Schools
- High school:Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- Middle school:Roosevelt School
- Elementary school:Willard Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$150,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$197.11
- Tax amount:$2,979 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:1
- Parking description:Assigned, Off Alley
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