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$257,123$192 / ft²
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 93How 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 $171,000 on Nov 27, 2017

1543 MONROE AVE APT 2

RIVER FOREST, IL 60305
Building report
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,337 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$257K
$240K low$275K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$171,000 · Nov 27, 2017
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.$94,623
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$75,698
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.66%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$162,500
WINTRUST MTG · 2.875% 2 · recorded Jun 22, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,326 (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.$19,119 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,574
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,545
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,118
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,190

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.43
38
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.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit

Transaction History(3)

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 · 0.5 mi
M
Roosevelt SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 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

1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2 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 less than 85% of homes in River Forest 60305
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in River Forest 60305
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in River Forest 60305
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in River Forest 60305
  • Newer than 69% 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
$143K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 15% 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$257,123
CheaperTypical $808,885Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $367Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,337 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,209 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver Forest 60305Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,12315% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19217% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,337 ft²19% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac84% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than195369% of homes40% of homes

About 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2

How much is 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL is $257,123 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $239,625 to $274,621. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL last sell?

1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL last sold on Nov 27, 2017 for $171,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL?

1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,337 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL built?

1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL was built in 1953, making it 73 years old.

What schools serve 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL?

1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, 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 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL compare to other homes in River Forest 60305?

Among the 4,099 homes in River Forest 60305, it is worth more than 15% of them ($257,123 against a typical $808,885), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($192 against a typical $367), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,337 ft² against a typical 2,209 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1953 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 30% 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 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1543 Monroe Ave Apt 2, River Forest, IL was $4,326. The county assessed it at $19,119.

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