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1535 Forest Ave

1535 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL, 60305

YEAR BUILT

1967

# STORIES

5

# TOTAL UNITS

24

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,300-4,000 sqft

Description

The building at 1535 Forest Ave is a mid-rise structure in River Forest. This five-story property contains 24 units. Built in 1967, the building has a mix of two and three-bedroom designs. The unit sizes range from 1,300 to 4,000 square feet. Current unit prices are between $360,000 and $395,000. Recent sales show an average price of $361,250 and about $210 per square foot. Units have sold within an average of 82 days on the market. Residents benefit from various amenities. There is an elevator for easy access and a dedicated exercise room to keep fit. The building also offers a laundry room and storage options for personal items. Many units include balconies and spacious open floor plans. The location is near Thatcher Woods and the Des Plaines River Trail, perfect for outdoor lovers. Local businesses like Jim & Pete's Restaurant, Armands Pizzeria, and Burger Boss LLC are just a short drive away. Public transportation is handy with nearby Metra train access, adding to the building's appeal. Sidewalks and street lights enhance the neighborhood's safety and accessibility. Covered parking makes life more convenient for residents. The friendly community vibe is great for those looking to settle down. Overall, this building offers a good mix of comfort and accessibility.

Building ImageMLS ID #12361255
Building ImageMLS ID #12200951
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1535 Forest Ave

1535 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL, 60305

YEAR BUILT

1967

# STORIES

5

# TOTAL UNITS

24

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,300-4,000 sqft

Description

The building at 1535 Forest Ave is a mid-rise structure in River Forest. This five-story property contains 24 units. Built in 1967, the building has a mix of two and three-bedroom designs. The unit sizes range from 1,300 to 4,000 square feet. Current unit prices are between $360,000 and $395,000. Recent sales show an average price of $361,250 and about $210 per square foot. Units have sold within an average of 82 days on the market. Residents benefit from various amenities. There is an elevator for easy access and a dedicated exercise room to keep fit. The building also offers a laundry room and storage options for personal items. Many units include balconies and spacious open floor plans. The location is near Thatcher Woods and the Des Plaines River Trail, perfect for outdoor lovers. Local businesses like Jim & Pete's Restaurant, Armands Pizzeria, and Burger Boss LLC are just a short drive away. Public transportation is handy with nearby Metra train access, adding to the building's appeal. Sidewalks and street lights enhance the neighborhood's safety and accessibility. Covered parking makes life more convenient for residents. The friendly community vibe is great for those looking to settle down. Overall, this building offers a good mix of comfort and accessibility.

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Description

The building at 1535 Forest Ave is a mid-rise structure in River Forest. This five-story property contains 24 units. Built in 1967, the building has a mix of two and three-bedroom designs. The unit sizes range from 1,300 to 4,000 square feet. Current unit prices are between $360,000 and $395,000. Recent sales show an average price of $361,250 and about $210 per square foot. Units have sold within an average of 82 days on the market. Residents benefit from various amenities. There is an elevator for easy access and a dedicated exercise room to keep fit. The building also offers a laundry room and storage options for personal items. Many units include balconies and spacious open floor plans. The location is near Thatcher Woods and the Des Plaines River Trail, perfect for outdoor lovers. Local businesses like Jim & Pete's Restaurant, Armands Pizzeria, and Burger Boss LLC are just a short drive away. Public transportation is handy with nearby Metra train access, adding to the building's appeal. Sidewalks and street lights enhance the neighborhood's safety and accessibility. Covered parking makes life more convenient for residents. The friendly community vibe is great for those looking to settle down. Overall, this building offers a good mix of comfort and accessibility.

1535 Forest Ave Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$304,900($205/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$361,250($210/Sqft.)
Year over year list priceDown Arrow14.90%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow 7.85%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold2 Sold
Average Days on Market82 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$4 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list priceDown Arrow14.90%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow7.85%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold2 Sold
Average Days on Market82 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$4 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

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Unit Demand

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Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

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1535 Forest Ave Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 504504176322832025-07-31
MLS#: 12361255 		Closed$327,500
Unit 404404170022812025-01-23
MLS#: 12200951 		Closed$395,000
Unit 4014014000331792014-07-18
MLS#: 08519973 		Closed$360,000
Unit 401
401

3 Beds

3 Baths

4000 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2014-07-18Closed$360,000
MLS#: 08519973
Days On Market179
Unit 404
404

2 Beds

2 Baths

1700 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-01-23Closed$395,000
MLS#: 12200951
Days On Market81
Unit 504
504

2 Beds

2 Baths

1763 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-07-31Closed$327,500
MLS#: 12361255
Days On Market83
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Amenities

This building isn't just about the living space; it's packed with amenities designed to make life easier and more enjoyable. Enjoy leisurely strolls along the sidewalks, or take advantage of the bike trails for an active lifestyle. The exercise room is perfect for maintaining your fitness goals, while the party room might just become the go-to spot for gatherings with friends. Other perks include an intercom system for added security, laundry facilities to ease your chores, and convenient elevators.

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Amenities Description

This building isn't just about the living space; it's packed with amenities designed to make life easier and more enjoyable. Enjoy leisurely strolls along the sidewalks, or take advantage of the bike trails for an active lifestyle. The exercise room is perfect for maintaining your fitness goals, while the party room might just become the go-to spot for gatherings with friends. Other perks include an intercom system for added security, laundry facilities to ease your chores, and convenient elevators.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
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Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Elevator(s)

Elevator(s)

Exercise Room

Exercise Room

Security Door Lock(s)

Security Door Lock(s)

Laundry

Laundry

Coin Laundry

Coin Laundry

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Party Room

Party Room

Storage

Storage

Balcony

Balcony

Policies

As a bonus, your furry friends are welcome here! With a pet policy that allows cats and dogs (though size limits apply), it's a great choice for pet lovers. Just be mindful of the number limits; you wouldn’t want your soirées with your new friends to turn chaotic!

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Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
1535 Forest Ave$210/sqft.$4 /sqft.
1535 Forest Avenue Condominiums$233/sqft.$4 /sqft.
7830 W North Ave$192/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Elm Tower$160/sqft.$4 /sqft.
1540 Park Ave$196/sqft.$2 /sqft.
1540 Park Avenue$196/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 1535 Forest Ave.

St Vincent Ferrer Elementary School

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Private|Grades PK–8
1515 Lathrop Ave|0.47 miles away

Willard Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades PK–4
1250 Ashland Ave|0.54 miles away

Elm Middle School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
7607 W Cortland St|0.63 miles away

Keystone Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–8
7415 North Ave|0.73 miles away

Trinity High School

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Private|Grades 9–12
7574 Division St|0.77 miles away

Concordia Univ Early Childhood Education Center

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Private|Grades PK–KG
7400 Augusta St|1.16 miles away
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Schools

St Vincent Ferrer Elementary School

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Private|Grades PK–8
1515 Lathrop Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Willard Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades PK–4
1250 Ashland Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Elm Middle School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
7607 W Cortland St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Keystone Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–8
7415 North Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Trinity High School

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Private|Grades 9–12
7574 Division St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Concordia Univ Early Childhood Education Center

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Private|Grades PK–KG
7400 Augusta St|1.16 Miles Away

Grace Lutheran School

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Private|Grades PK–8
7300 Division St|1.19 Miles Away

Elmwood Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades KG–5
2319 N 76th Ave|1.40 Miles Away

Elmwood Park High School

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
8201 W Fullerton A...|1.42 Miles Away

Roosevelt School

A-
Public|Grades 5–8
7560 Oak Ave|1.54 Miles Away

Sayre Elementary Language Academy

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
1850 N Newland Ave|1.64 Miles Away

Horace Mann Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
921 N Kenilworth A...|1.69 Miles Away

Jane Addams Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
910 Division St|1.78 Miles Away

Lincoln Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–4
511 Park Ave|1.80 Miles Away

Des Plaines Valley Efe

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Public|Grades 9–12
2000 5th Ave # M10...|1.87 Miles Away

Lincoln Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades PK–5
811 Chicago Ave|2.03 Miles Away

St Giles School

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Private|Grades PK–8
1034 Linden Ave|2.07 Miles Away

Oliver W Holmes Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
508 N Kenilworth A...|2.08 Miles Away

River Grove Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
2650 Thatcher Ave|2.12 Miles Away

Rhodes Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
8931 Fullerton Ave|2.14 Miles Away

Walther Christian Academy

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Private|Grades 6–12
900 Chicago Ave|2.15 Miles Away

John Mills Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
2824 N 76th Ave|2.23 Miles Away

Grant-White Elementary School

B
Public|Grades 3–5
147 Circle Ave|2.42 Miles Away

The Field School

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Private|Grades PK–6
931 Lake St|2.42 Miles Away

Sacred Heart Catholic School

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Private|Grades PK–8
815 N 16th Ave|2.47 Miles Away

Sacred Heart School

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Private|Grades PK–8
815 N 16th Ave|2.47 Miles Away

Acero Charter School Newtwork - Roberto Clemente Campus

C-
Public|Grades KG–8
2050 N Natchez Ave|2.49 Miles Away

Emerson Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
311 Washington Blv...|2.57 Miles Away

Stevenson Middle School

D
Public|Grades 6–8
1630 N 20th Ave|2.60 Miles Away

Lovett Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
6333 W Bloomingdal...|2.62 Miles Away

Melrose Park Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
1715 W Lake St|2.66 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

8311 W North Ave

0.68 miles away|14 min walk

5th/North

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Maywood Park/Crosswalk

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Gottlieb/RR Tracks

1.28 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Pace Sign/Public Storage

1.3 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Elsie

1.32 miles away|26 min walk
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Transit

8311 W North Ave

0.68 miles away|14 min walk

5th/North

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Maywood Park/Crosswalk

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Gottlieb/RR Tracks

1.28 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Pace Sign/Public Storage

1.3 miles away|25 min walk

5th/Elsie

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

5th/Public Storage/Pace Sign

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

5th/Rose

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

5th/Doris

1.35 miles away|26 min walk

5th/Braddock

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

5th/Concord

1.4 miles away|27 min walk

5th/Division

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

5th/Hemingway Dr.

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

5th/Pace Shelter/Botanical Gardens

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

5th/Andy

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

5th/Winston

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

800 W North Ave

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

5th/Cernan Center

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

5th/Nichols

1.56 miles away|30 min walk

5th/Augusta

1.6 miles away|31 min walk

5th/Palmer

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

5th/Walton

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

5th/Lyndale

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

5th/Hugh Muir

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

5th/Belden

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

5th/Rice

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

5th/Chicago

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

5th/River

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

5th/Superior

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

5th/Huron

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

5th/Erie

2.02 miles away|39 min walk

5th/Lake

2.09 miles away|41 min walk

5th/Main

2.18 miles away|42 min walk

5th/St. Charles

2.25 miles away|44 min walk

5th/Oak

2.37 miles away|46 min walk

Diversey & Neva Terminal

2.38 miles away|46 min walk

5th/Maple

2.44 miles away|47 min walk

Broadway Ave & North Ave

2.45 miles away|47 min walk

Broadway Ave & Le Moyne St

2.45 miles away|48 min walk

Diversey & Nordica

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

Broadway Ave & Hirsch St

2.47 miles away|48 min walk

Broadway Ave & Norwood St

2.5 miles away|48 min walk

5th/Randolph

2.51 miles away|49 min walk

Diversey & Sayre

2.53 miles away|49 min walk

Broadway Ave & Division St

2.54 miles away|49 min walk

5th/Pine

2.58 miles away|50 min walk

Broadway Ave & Thomas St

2.59 miles away|50 min walk

Diversey & Newland

2.61 miles away|50 min walk

Broadway Ave & Augusta St

2.65 miles away|51 min walk

5th/Washington

2.65 miles away|51 min walk

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1535 Forest Ave Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

17.29%

15–29 Years

19.84%

30–44 Years

20.62%

45–59 Years

19.58%

60+ Years

22.67%

Commute

11.49%

Transit

2.08%

Walk

73.37%

Drive

0.31%

Bike

Housing Ownership

68.89%

Owner Occupied

31.11%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
31.71%
Multi Family
6.07%
Single Person
35.15%
Multi Person
64.85%

Average Income

Household:$10,346,634.44 /yr

Individual:$5,362,592.91 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree23.4%
High School College20.84%
Diploma8.2%
Post Graduate20.59%
Others26.96%
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Education

Diploma8.2%
Post Graduate20.59%
Others26.96%
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