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$1,178,750
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $512,500 on Apr 9, 2021

1018 FOREST AVE

RIVER FOREST, IL 60305
0
Baths
2,190 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$512,500 · Apr 9, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,178,750
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$943,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$719 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,628 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,628
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,628
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$26,280

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Willard Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
M
Roosevelt SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Oak Park and River Forest District 200

Neighborhood · ZIP 60305These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.29
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.133
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,189
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,804 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$151,502
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$232,452
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1018 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in River Forest 60305

What homes are worth in River Forest 60305

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$139K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in River Forest 60305.

How it measures up in River Forest 60305

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in River Forest 60305.

Estimated value$1,178,750
CheaperTypical $806,005Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size2,190 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

How 1018 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver Forest 60305Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,178,75078% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,190 ft²3% of homes3% of homes

About 1018 Forest Ave

How much is 1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL is $1,178,750 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,088,333 to $1,269,167. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL last sell?

1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL last sold on Apr 9, 2021 for $512,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL?

1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL is assigned to Willard Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Roosevelt School (middle), rated A; Oak Park & River Forest High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Oak Park and River Forest District 200. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL compare to other homes in River Forest 60305?

Among the 4,095 homes in River Forest 60305, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,178,750 against a typical $806,005) and its lot is bigger than 3% of them (2,190 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 96% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1018 Forest Ave, River Forest, IL was $719. The county assessed it at $2,628.

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