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1555 Monroe Ave #2, River Forest, IL 60305, USA|River Forest
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1555 Monroe Ave #2, River Forest
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Oven/Range |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1555 Monroe Ave #2
Bright and Spacious 2-Bedroom Condo in River Forest Move right into this freshly painted 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo located on the second floor. The home offers a functional floor plan featuring a comfortable living room facing North Avenue and a second bedroom overlooking a lush courtyard. Enjoy the convenience of a prime River Forest location-close to restaurants, Fresh Thyme grocery store, and minutes from Concordia University, Dominican University and Triton College. This well-maintained unit includes newer windows, and comes with 2 A/C wall units. Additional amenities include one parking space, on-site laundry, and extra storage. Tenant pays for electricity and gas. Living Room (16X14) Main Level Hardwood Kitchen (11X7) Main Level Ceramic Tile 2nd Bedroom (11X9) Main Level Hardwood Dining Room (11X9) Main Level Hardwood Master Bedroom (14X11) Main Level Hardwood Appliances Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator Window Features Aluminum Frames, Double Pane Windows Parking Exterior Space(s) Parking On-Site Yes # Parking Spaces 1 Parking Details Assigned Spaces Air Conditioning Wall Unit(s) Water Lake Michigan, Public Sewer Sewer-Public Electricity Circuit Breakers Heat/Fuel Gas, Baseboard Pets Allowed Yes Max Pet Weight 20 Pet Information Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Count Limitation, Pet Weight Limitation Security Deposit 1mnth Directions 4 blocks west of Harlem, 2 blocks east of Lathrop. SE corner of Monroe and North Common Area Amenities Coin Laundry, Storage, Street Lights, Ceiling Fan General Information Non-Smoking House Monthly Rent Incl: Water, Parking, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Common Insurance
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 1555 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Fewer storage options
- Limited cabinet or closet space
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 1555 Monroe Ave #2 cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in River Forest.
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
River Forest
River Forest
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,000 |
| December 2023 | $1,836 |
| January 2024 | $1,706 |
| February 2024 | $1,900 |
| June 2024 | $2,099 |
| July 2024 | $2,250 |
| August 2024 | $1,987 |
| 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 | $2,550 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,000 |
| December 2023 | $1,836 |
| January 2024 | $1,706 |
| August 2024 | $1,997 |
| 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 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 years ago | $1,350 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $1,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1555 Monroe Ave #2
Willard Elementary School
1250 ashland ave
river forest, IL, 60305
PK, K-4Public
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Getting around River Forest near 1555 Monroe Ave #2
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 1555 Monroe Ave #2, 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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