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: [email protected].
Walk in appointments are not available at this time.
Assessor News and Updates
Now Available Online - First Installment
Tax Bill Due in 2025
The 2024 Tax Year First Installment due date will be Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
You can now view your first installment tax bill online. The First Installment bill is an estimate that amounts to 55% of the previous year’s total tax.
The First Installment bill is an estimate that amounts to 55% of the previous year’s total tax. Exemptions are only reflected on the 2nd installment tax bill with an estimated due date of August 1st.
View and pay your First Installment bill online through the Cook County Treasurer’s website or download a pdf of your bill and take it to any Chase Bank location to pay in person.
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Overview of Services
The 2023 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 [email protected]
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