River Forest, IL, Real Estate

River Forest, IL, is a charming suburban village located just west of Chicago, known for its tree-lined streets, historic homes, and strong sense of community. With a population of around 11,000, it offers a blend of small-town tranquility and urban accessibility, being only 10 miles from downtown Chicago. The village is home to notable institutions like Dominican University and Concordia University, adding a vibrant academic atmosphere. River Forest boasts well-preserved architecture, including designs by Frank Lloyd Wright, and its excellent schools, parks, and proximity to the CTA Green Line make it a desirable place for families and professionals alike.

River Forest currently has 18 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $1,097,727.78, 2 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $484,000, and 19 condos for sale with an average list price of $232,536.84. The average annual property tax for River Forest is $12,591.71.

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River Forest Line(s): Union Pacific / West Line (UP-W) Central Ave., River Forest View Commute

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1005 Bonnie Brae

1005 Bonnie Brae is a condo building in River Forest, Illinois. It currently has no homes for sale. 1005 Bonnie Brae Place is a 35 unit condo building built in 1970. 1005 Bonnie Brae Place is located in River Forest, Illinois west of Harlem Avenue and north of Augusta Street. ... Read more
Median Price: $480,000
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1010 N. Harlem

1010 N. Harlem is a condo building in River Forest, Illinois, built in 1971. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,200 ft2 to 1,785 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1010 N. Harlem is $5,756.49. It is located in Cook County. 1010 N. Harlem is a 20 unit condo building built in 1967. 1010 N. Harlem is located in River Forest, Illinois. ... Read more
Median Price: $262,500
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1100 N. Harlem

1100 N. Harlem is a condo building in River Forest, Illinois, built between 1950 and 1955. It currently has 1 condo for sale with a list price of $140,000. The homes range in size from 1,050 ft2 to 1,200 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1100 N. Harlem is $2,088.52. It is located in Cook County. 1100 N. Harlem Avenue is a 28 unit condo building built in 1955. 1100 N. Harlem Avenue is located in River Forest, Illinois. ... Read more
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1114 N. Harlem

1114 N. Harlem is a condo building in River Forest, Illinois, built in 1951. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes have an average size of 999 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1114 N. Harlem is $2,405.38. It is located in Cook County. 1114 N. Harlem Avenue is a 28 unit condo building built in 1953 1114 N. Harlem Avenue is located in River Forest, Illinois south of Division Street. ... Read more
Median Price: $116,000
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1128 N. Harlem

1128 N. Harlem is a condo building in River Forest, Illinois, built in 1953. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,252 ft2 to 1,500 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1128 N. Harlem is $4,461.00. It is located in Cook County. 1128 N. Harlem Avenue is a 12 unit condo building built in 1953. 1128 N. Harlem Avenue is located in River Forest, Illinois. ... Read more
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Centennial Park

719 Lathrop Avenue
Baseball Diamonds Soccer Fields Softball Fields

Constitution Park

7715 Greenfield St.
Baseball Diamonds Field Ice Skating Rink Playground Soccer Fields Softball Fields

Keystone Park

498 Keystone Avenue
Baseball Diamonds Batting Cages Parking Playground Sled Hill Soccer Fields Softball Fields Tennis Courts

Memorial Parkway

Lake Street west of Monroe Avenue
Bocce Courts

Washington Commons Park

222 Forest Avenue
Baseball Diamonds Playground Soccer Fields Softball Fields

Washington Square Park

7901 Washington Blvd.
Field Tennis Courts

Washington Triangle Park

137 Park Dr.
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New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in River Forest: July 19th to July 25th

New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in River Forest: July 19th to July 25th - July 26, 2025

River Forest had 3 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, July 19 to Friday, July 25, including 1 ... continue reading
New Homes For Sale This Week in River Forest: July 18th to July 24th

New Homes For Sale This Week in River Forest: July 18th to July 24th - July 25, 2025

River Forest had 3 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 18 to Thursday, July 24, including including 1 single family home for sale with a list ... continue reading
Homes Just Sold in River Forest: July 15th to July 21st

Homes Just Sold in River Forest: July 15th to July 21st - July 22, 2025

River Forest had 6 sales during the week of Tuesday, July 15 to Monday, July 21, including including 4 single family homes for sale with an average list price of ... continue reading
New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in River Forest: July 12th to July 18th

New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in River Forest: July 12th to July 18th - July 19, 2025

River Forest had only 1 new home for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, July 12 to Friday, July 18, and ... continue reading
New Homes For Sale This Week in River Forest: July 11th to July 17th

New Homes For Sale This Week in River Forest: July 11th to July 17th - July 18, 2025

River Forest had 3 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 11 to Thursday, July 17, including including 1 single family home for sale with a list ... continue reading
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