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5 Beds
5 Baths
3,279 sqft

$1,180,000

1503 Monroe Avenue, River Forest IL, 60305

Price per sqft$359.87
Built in1941
Property size3,279 sqft
Property typeResidential
Listed by Jaclyn McCallum with @properties Christie's International Real Estate 708-359-9150

Overview

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Listed Oct 22, 2026

Updated 7h ago

Welcome to 1503 Monroe Avenue, where classic River Forest character meets the space and comfort of a thoughtfully updated home. Fully rehabbed in 2021, this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath limestone residence brings together inviting gathering spaces, private retreats, and a layout that makes everyday living and entertaining feel effortless. At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen features Bosch appliances, quartz countertops, and a waterfall island. It opens into a light-filled dining room and expansive family room, keeping everyone connected whether you're preparing a weeknight dinner or hosting a houseful of guests for the holidays. A separate living room with a wood-burning fireplace offers a cozy setting for quiet evenings. For wine enthusiasts, the home also features a humidity-controlled wine cellar. The home's flexible layout is one of its standout features. Two separate wings, each with their own en suite, offer options for accommodating extended family or creating a private home office. The spacious primary suite features an updated bath with an oversized, double-width shower and a rainfall showerhead. An exceptionally spacious walk-in closet with custom built-ins offers the kind of storage rarely found in a classic River Forest home. Thoughtful updates since the renovation include fresh paint, updated light fixtures, new bathroom tile, and a new air-conditioning unit. The roof was replaced in 2020, along with oversized six-inch gutters and downspouts. Conveniently located near Willard Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School, 1503 Monroe offers a welcoming setting for everyday routines, lively celebrations, and everything in between. Make it your home today!

$7,851/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $1,180,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
12784344

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.22 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$25,661
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
Municipality
River Forest
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Listed by Jaclyn McCallum with @properties Christie's International Real Estate 708-359-9150

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