Attractive red brick Colonial on a corner lot. The home was custom built in 1933 with a slate roof; bay windows and brick driveway. The home is walking distance to elementary & junior high schools with adjoining or nearby beautiful parks. North Ave is conveniently within walking distance to grocery stores; salons, a wide choice of cafes and restaurants. This home had 3 level’s when it was built. However a 4th level of living space included a 2 room suite, wall to wall closest; work-study-hobby area and & private bath. Currently there are 5 bedrooms – 5 full baths and 2 half baths. The 1st floor has a suite ideal for guests; relatives or live in. The center entrance has a marble floor; a large closet with a window and an interior mail drop. The powder room which is located nearthe main entry; large closet and the interior to the finished basement complete with a wet bar. The sunken living room has oak flooring; a wood-buring fireplace; a large bay window with sitting room for art and plant display. There’s a built in display case in the corner of the room that illiminates and lined with mirrors. The large sunroom in the front of the house was used as an office; music room and entertainment. The 2nd fireplace is located on the inside wall. This room is protected with privacy by the landscaping, but the wooden blinds allow the sunshine in the AM & PM. The formal dining room, kitchen and breakfast room are centrally located near the exits to the attached garage with brick driveway, a concrete patio and rear garden area. The spiral staircase that leads to the 2nd floor. Each of the 3 bedrooms have their own full baths and large tandem walk closet for linens and out of season clothes. The 3rd floor is a 2 room suite with a large bedroom and full bath and wall to wall closets. The tandem area is useful as a separate work-study-hobby space with built in bookcases, a storage closet and access to attic area. The galley kitchen was just updated with all new stainless appliances and has a separate butler pantry area and breakfast room. If you’re looking to restore this home’s vibe, this could be your home.
Property Details
Price:
$1,025,000
MLS #:
MRD12512337
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
5
Baths:
7
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
riverforest
Listed Date:
Jul 25, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,503
Year Built:
1933
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Schools
School District:
200
Elementary School:
Willard Elementary School
Middle School:
Roosevelt School
High School:
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven
Bathrooms
5 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
360
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
3
Flooring
Hardwood, Laminate
Heating
Forced Air
Interior Features
Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, Common Area
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial
Community Features
Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Brick, Slate
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Parking Features
Side Driveway, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Slate
Window Features
Screens, Bay Window(s), Blinds
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$24,358
Map
Community
- Address1402 Lathrop Avenue River Forest IL
- CityRiver Forest
- CountyCook
- Zip Code60305
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in River Forest as of Oct 05, 2026
20
Single Family Listed
57
Avg DOM
384
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,157,645
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1402 Lathrop Avenue River Forest IL is a Single Family for sale in River Forest, IL, 60305. It is listed for $1,025,000 and features 5 beds, 7 baths, and has approximately 3,503 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1933. The current price per square foot is $293. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in River Forest is $384. The average listing price for Single Family in River Forest is $1,157,645.
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1402 Lathrop Avenue
River Forest, IL


