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1539 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305, USA|River Forest
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Amenities for 1539 Monroe Ave, River Forest
Features
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Storage |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1539 Monroe Ave
ZMP104754016 - This stunning two bed one bath condo boast hardwood floors throughout, plenty of natural light, and suburban living while still be minutes away from Chicago. The condo provides ac units, a private garage space, snow removal, landscaping, shared laundry, and all steps from restuarants and a grocery store.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1539 Monroe Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | River Forest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60305 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in River Forest
2-bedroom apartments at 1539 Monroe Ave cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in River Forest.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
River Forest
River Forest
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,932 |
| September 2024 | $1,700 |
| October 2024 | $1,725 |
| November 2024 | $1,990 |
| December 2024 | $2,011 |
| January 2025 | $2,012 |
| February 2025 | $1,699 |
| March 2025 | $1,718 |
| April 2025 | $1,781 |
| May 2025 | $1,698 |
| June 2025 | $1,925 |
| July 2025 | $2,040 |
| August 2025 | $1,704 |
| September 2025 | $1,677 |
| October 2025 | $1,855 |
| November 2025 | $2,379 |
| December 2025 | $2,550 |
| January 2026 | $2,205 |
| February 2026 | $2,217 |
| March 2026 | $2,180 |
| April 2026 | $2,080 |
| May 2026 | $2,294 |
| June 2026 | $2,325 |
| July 2026 | $1,830 |
| August 2026 | $1,750 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,932 |
| September 2024 | $1,700 |
| October 2024 | $1,737 |
| November 2024 | $1,990 |
| December 2024 | $2,011 |
| January 2025 | $2,012 |
| February 2025 | $1,699 |
| March 2025 | $1,718 |
| April 2025 | $1,781 |
| May 2025 | $1,700 |
| August 2025 | $1,704 |
| September 2025 | $1,677 |
| October 2025 | $1,675 |
| January 2026 | $2,150 |
| February 2026 | $2,150 |
| March 2026 | $2,150 |
| April 2026 | $2,043 |
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Can I afford to live at 1539 Monroe Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1539 Monroe Ave
Willard Elementary School
1250 ashland ave
river forest, IL, 60305
PK, K-4Public
A
River Grove Elementary School
2650 thatcher ave
river grove, IL, 60171
PK, K-8Public
B
Rhodes Elementary School
8931 fullerton ave
river grove, IL, 60171
PK, K-8Public
C
Union Ridge Elementary School
4600 n oak park ave
harwood heights, IL, 60706
PK, K-8Public
A-
Lindop Elementary School
2400 s 18th ave
broadview, IL, 60155
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around River Forest near 1539 Monroe Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1539 Monroe Ave, River Forest
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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