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$875,000
43 Days On Site

7968 Iowa Street
River Forest, IL 60305

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,330
SqFt
$376
/SqFt
1912
Built
County:
Cook
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This 3 bedroom/2.1 bath home plus coach house is something special. From the entry, you are greeted by the light-filled living room with a gorgeous double-sided wood burning fireplace, with travertine hearth, maple mantel, and built in storage that complements the maple floors gracing the entire first floor. On the other side of the fireplace is a versatile room, currently used as a family room, with built-in cabinetry showcasing art and books. This room opens to the dining room and kitchen which feature stunning views of the garden. The kitchen is tucked away and delightfully connected to the dining area. It boasts a chef's 6- burner stovetop with range hood, new Refrigerator (2024), new dishwasher (2023), and plenty of cabinet and counter space including a peninsula. Meander upstairs to find 3 bedrooms, each with their own architectural charm. The first bedroom you reach contains two closets and has interesting architectural features including dormers and coved ceilings. A clever two sided bookcase room divider was designed to be removed easily. The middle bedroom has windows with east and south exposures. The second-floor hall bath has a soaking tub and unique sink. The primary suite has a gorgeous vaulted ceiling with arched window, tall windows overlooking the back and side gardens, a lovely walk-in closet, and a half bath. The pull down hatch to the attic provides plenty of extra storage. The finished basement is versatile space complete with recreation space, laundry room, utility room, and storage. The coach house is your next stop, but don't miss the second full bath on the landing before you enter the garden! The coach house is the current owners' favorite spot. Lovingly called the "game hut", it is a perfect space for whatever your family needs: fourth bedroom, guest house, office, art studio, music studio, spiritual get-away...whatever your heart desires. It provides plenty of private space with many windows, plus a storage room that could be a wine cellar or full bath. An additional bike/storage room is accessible from the exterior. This lovely coach house is located the perfect distance from the main house--not too close or too far, in its own serene, wooded environment. Professional landscaping with new custom iron and lattice fence surrounds the back yard. A paver patio provides lovely space for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. Newer stucco (2020), New water heater (2024), HE Boiler (2015), CAC, Sump-Pump. New cement sidewalk and driveway. Newly redone limestone steps. 2030 sq. ft. in the main house and 300 sq. ft. in the coach house. One-car garage with dual garage doors, and a driveway for exterior parking. Close to the Metra for easy commuting.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$875,000
Days On Site 
43 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,330 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1912
MLS® Number 
12339135
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$15,728
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
a month agoPrice changed to $875,000
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Parking 
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerOn SiteDetachedGarageDriveway
Parking Spaces 
3
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerCooktopOvenRange Hood
Basement 
Sump PumpFinishedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving RoomDouble SidedWood Burning
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural Gas
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Entrance FoyerCathedral Ceiling(s)Built-in Features
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13X11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 18X15Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 18X15Level - Main
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 18X15Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 17X9Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 16X13Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 8X6Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 16X8Level - MainDescription - Galley
Laundry 
Dimensions - 20X8Level - Basement
Living Room 
Dimensions - 18X14Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 18X13Level - Second
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 23X9Level - Basement
Storage 
Dimensions - 9X8Level - Basement
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 7X7Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Fencing 
Fenced
Lot Features 
LandscapedWooded
Other Structures 
Guest House
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Roof 
Asphalt
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
River Forest
School District 
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Township 
River Forest
Schools
School District
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Elementary School
Willard Elementary School
Middle School
Roosevelt School
High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Beyond Properties Realty Group



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