Assessor Services
River Forest Township Assessor Services can answer many questions about real estate and property tax bills. Property values are determined by the Cook County Assessor’s Office.
Our part-time office is open. We are here to assist you. You may call our office at 708-366-2787. Please leave your name, address, phone number, and concern or email us at: assessor@riverforesttownship.org.
Walk in appointments are not available at this time.
Assessor News and Updates
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Triennial Reassessment Community Outreach Monday, May 18th 6:00 PM
The River Forest Township Assessor’s Office is hosting a Community Outreach
with the Cook County Assessor’s Office.The Cook County Assessors staff will be here to answer any questions regarding the triennial reassessment and your appeal.
Monday, May 18th, 6:00 PM
River Forest Civic Center
8020 Madison, River Forest IL 60305 -
River Forest Township is Open for Assessment Appeals
We are open for appeals with The Cook County Assessor until June 2nd.
You may request a 2026 Cook County Assessor Triennial Reassessment Appeal Packet from the River Forest Township Assessor below.
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Property Exemption Applications Now Available Online
First Time Exemption Applications
Taxpayers applying for the Homeowner, Senior Citizen, Senior Freeze, Veterans or Disabled Homeowner Exemptions for the first time can find these applications on the Cook County Assessor's website.You can find a 2026 River Forest Township Reassessment Summation from The Cook County Assessor here.
You can easily file online at the Cook County Assessor's website.
Overview of Services
The 2024 tax year exemption filing period now requires a Certificate of Error.
We are here to help with any questions or concerns. Call or email us for assistance. (708)366-2787 or assessor@riverforesettownship.org
Tax Year Exemption Applications
Property Tax Cycle
The new year introduces the start of a new property tax cycle. We will continue to have appeal sessions with the Cook County Assessor and the Board of Review. Exemption applications will be processed, tax levies will be determined by taxing bodies and 2024 property tax bills calculated, sent and due all before the end of 2025.
Property Tax Exemptions
To verify which exemptions were received last year, homeowners can visit the Cook County Property Tax Portal at cookcountypropertyinfo.com, enter their PIN and look under the exemption tab.
For first-time applicants, the tax year exemption filing period will begin in the first quarter of the year. Homeowner are encouraged to file online. To learn more about property tax exemptions and eligibility, visit cookcountyassessor.com/exemptions.
Early Payment for 2025 First Installment Tax Bill
The Cook County Treasurer may make it available to pay one’s 2025’s first installment tax bill in December. If you choose to make your payment early, follow this link