River Forest, IL Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

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74 Upvotes
Roman Robinson

Is River Forest walkable?

Anyone else feel this way? Been living here since 2023. You can expect to pay around $1,411 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks! I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Silas Richardson

Things that make River Forest unique

It's a a small town city with about 11,489 people. Median household income is $148,711, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I overthinking this?

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Janice S.

Moving to River Forest for work -advice?

Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -River Forest sits at 110.4 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What are your go-to spots? Thanks! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but y...

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Janice S.

Anyone else love living in River Forest?

Alright, Been living here since 2009. Crime rate is something to consider -River Forest sits at 110.4 per 100K. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $676,900 on average. With a population of 11,489, River Forest is a small town. The weather takes som...

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Silas Richardson

Weekend activities in River Forest?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 53-year-old contractor and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -River Forest sits at 110.4 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Does this match your experience? Appreciate any input....

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Grace Kim

Moving from Denver to River Forest next month

So, Crime rate is something to consider -River Forest sits at 110.4 per 100K. Poverty rate is 0.6%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I wrong here?

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Dominic Reyes

Life in River Forest as a young professional

Alright, I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $676,900 on average. Rent is about $1,411/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thanks in advance! The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is dec...

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Silas Richardson

Is River Forest good for remote workers?

OK so I relocated for work and Median household income is $148,711, which feels pretty solid for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I wrong here?

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Ariana Sanchez

Cheapest neighborhoods in River Forest?

First post here. Household incomes average around $148,711 in River Forest. The median home value here is around $676,900, which is pretty steep. It's a a small town city with about 11,489 people. Homes are going for about $676,900 on average. Median household income is $148,711, which feels pretty ...

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Silas Richardson

Healthcare options in River Forest?

Random thought, I'm a 53-year-old contractor and The median home value here is around $676,900, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 0.6%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $148,711 in River Forest. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by...

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