Cook County property record for 129 Gale Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
| Property Type | Vacant Land |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 0.108 acres (4,700 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $515,000 (Jan 2004) |
| Tax Bill | $1,383 (2023) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2021 Mortgage Feb 2021 Transfer + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 15-12-311-006 |
| Primary APN | 15-12-311-006 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Lot Area | 4,700 sqft (0.108 acres) |
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| Street Address | 129 GALE AVE |
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| City | RIVER FOREST |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60305-2011 |
| Property Category | Vacant Land |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Uncategorized |
| Legal Range | 12E |
| Legal Township | 39N |
| Legal Section | 12 |
| Legal Subdivision | GALE & BLK IS |
| Legal Block | 6 |
| Legal Lot Number | 10 |
| Jurisdiction | COOK IL |
| Township / Civil Division | RIVER FOREST |
| Census Block Group | 5 |
| Census Block | 5015 |
| Census Tract | 812000 |
129 Gale Ave, vacant land, is owned by an individual who acquired it in January 2021.
Source: Cook County records, as of May 27, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 131 GALE AVE, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305-2011 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage HOME POINT FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
| Feb 22, 2021 | Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer ACCOMODATION, ACCOMMODATION |
| Aug 14, 2018 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage HOME PT FIN'L |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 28, 2004 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jan 28, 2004 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 200435020 |
| Last Transfer Date | Jan 21, 2021 |
| Transfer Doc | 0000055359 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | COOK IL |
| Property Address | 129 GALE AVE, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305-2011 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | May 8, 2026 |
| Title Company | PRAIRIE TITLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0030125088 |
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| Date | Oct 28, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2130125088 |
| Name | HOME POINT FINANCIAL CORPORATION |
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| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | PARSIPPANY, NJ 07054 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2051 |
| Rate | 3% |
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| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
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| Jurisdiction | COOK IL |
| Recording Date | Feb 22, 2021 |
| Property Address | 129 GALE AVE, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305-2011 |
| Document Number | 0005355359 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 21, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2105355359 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 8, 2026 |
| Title Company | ACCOMODATION, ACCOMMODATION |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 131 GALE AVE, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305-2011 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | COOK IL |
| Recording Date | Aug 14, 2018 |
| Property Address | 129 GALE AVE, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305-2011 |
| Document Number | 1822619387 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 1, 2018 |
| Instrument | 22619387 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 28, 2020 |
| Title Company | PRAIRIE TITLE |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $781.00 |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | 131 GALE AVE RIVER FOREST IL 603052011, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305-2011 |
| Document Number | 1822619388 |
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| Date | Aug 14, 2018 |
| Instrument | 22619388 |
| Name | HOME PT FIN'L |
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| Address | PARSIPPANY, NJ 07054 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Aug 13, 2048 |
| Rate | 4.75% |
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Source: Cook County assessment roll, as of May 27, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Cook County |
| County Subdivision | River Forest Township |
| Municipality | River Forest Village |
| Secondary School District | Oak Park and River Forest District 200 (09 - 12) |
| Elementary School District | River Forest School District 90 (PK - 08) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,053 Land $5,053 | $50,530 Land $50,530 | |
| 2023 | $1,383.00 (-1.43%) | ||
| 2022 | $1,403.00 | $4,347 Land $4,347 | $43,470 Land $43,470 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 129 Gale Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective February 11, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Community Rating System | Class 7 (15% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 129 Gale Ave is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 86% of Illinois |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | RIVER GROVE serves 10,282 people · EPA ID IL0312640 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from several systems |
| Last State Inspection | Dec 2024 |
| Lead | 6 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 2 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 386 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber · Fixed Wireless, DSL in parts of the area | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 1,000 / 75 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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