$6,168 / Month
1147 Forest Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 6 Bedrooms 6 Bedrooms 6 Br | 4.5 Baths 4.5 Baths 4.5 Ba | 4,416 SF |
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About This Property
(435) 327-2229 - Beautiful Pool Home - Rent to Own - Property Id: 789192 This is “NOT” a Straight Rental. Rent to Own (ONLY) - Credit Problems OK Credit Repair Available Term: UP TO a 2 Year Option to Buy BASE Monthly: $3,995 Taxes: $2,173 ALL IN: $6,168 per Month Initial Down Payment $100,000 (Credits Home Price) Home Price: $1.25m DESCRIPTION: This one-of-a-kind River Forest landmark home offers a lovely design, luxury, class and quality. Envisioned around family living and the art of entertaining, meticulously restored, enhanced and maintained over the years, situated on a large, prominent corner lot with gracefully landscaped greenery amid century-old trees offering complete privacy and tranquility. The in-ground heated swimming pool adds splendor and poise. Over 4,000 sq ft, the main house features six bedrooms, four (plus an additional tandem) bedrooms on the second floor. The master bedroom has a separate full bathroom with a whirlpool tub, and a grand balcony, accessible through two sets of French doors. ASK FOR FULL DEASCRIPTION Apply at TurboTenant: http://rental.turbotenant.com/p/1147-forest-ave-river-forest-il/789192 Property Id 789192 (RLNE7046257) Other Amenities: Other (Floor Covering: Slate). Lease lengths: Rent-to-Own. Pet policies: Small Dogs Allowed, Cats Allowed, Large Dogs Allowed.
1147 Forest Ave is a house located in Cook County and the 60305 ZIP Code. This area is served by the River Forest School District 90 attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Amenities - Floor Covering: Slate
Location
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Located about 11 miles west of Chicago’s Loop, River Forest is a picturesque suburb known for its gorgeous architecture and lush natural beauty. River Forest aptly contains dense wooded areas alongside the Des Plaines River, where residents enjoy a broad range of recreational activities. River Forest’s natural beauty contributes to its overall peaceful atmosphere, offering an array of apartments for rent along tranquil tree-lined streets.
The community is home to excellent educational opportunities, from its local school district to Concordia University Chicago and Dominican University—both located within River Forest’s borders. Although River Forest is predominantly residential, the community boasts the River Forest Town Center as well as close proximity to Downtown Oak Park. Commuting and traveling from River Forest is easy with access to the Green Line, Metrarail’s UP-W Line, and I-290 in addition to O’Hare International Airport and Chicago Midway International Airport.
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Amenities
- Amenities - Floor Covering: Slate
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
1147 Forest Ave is within 10 minutes or 0.6 mile from Dominican University. It is also near Concordia University-Chicago and Dominican University, Priory.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades 5-8
681 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-4
347 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,304 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
269 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
422 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in River Forest include Harlem-Green, located 2.0 miles from 1147 Forest Ave. 1147 Forest Ave is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 9.5 miles or 19 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 11.8 miles or 21 minutes away.
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 19 min | 9.5 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 21 min | 11.8 mi |
Time and distance from 1147 Forest Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
1147 Forest Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 4-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Tyrell Trailside Museum / Thatcher Woods
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Cernan Earth and Space Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Wonder Works Children's Museum
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Oak Park Conservatory
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.6 mi |
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Riis Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi |
1147 Forest Ave has 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Tyrell Trailside Museum / Thatcher Woods, Cernan Earth and Space Center, and Wonder Works Children's Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
1147 Forest Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.4 miles, the nearest is Gottlieb Memorial Hospital which is 1.7 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 30 min | 18.1 mi |
1147 Forest Ave is 18.1 miles and a 30 minute drive from US Military Reservation Elk Grove.
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1147 Forest Ave
River Forest, IL 60305