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$5,581 Closing Credit¹
#12384985, Leo Sanchez, Listing office: Realty of America, LLC
$480,000 List price
1001 Elgin Ave Forest Park, IL 60130
$5,700
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
3,294 sqft
$146 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1001 Elgin Ave
Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home nestled on a coveted corner double lot in the warm and welcoming community of Forest Park. Bring your ideas. Perfect home for families and pet lovers alike, this property boasts a long, expansive yard-ideal for outdoor activities and gatherings. This home features a detached 2-car garage and an additional, newly paved, 2-car parking pad. Ample space for vehicles and storage. Inside, you'll find a newly renovated bathroom that adds a fresh touch, while the brand new 2024 water heater ensures modern comfort. The convenience continues with a new washer and dryer set on the first floor, and another washer and dryer hook up in the basement plus a flood control system for extra utility. One unique feature is the door hatch from the basement to the backyard, making it easy to transport large items or access the outdoors. This well-maintained home has been lovingly cared for, but there's still plenty of room to add your personal touch and bring it up to modern styling. Located in a friendly neighborhood with great neighbors, this home offers not just a place to live, but a community to thrive in. Plus, it's ideally situated; just a 1 minute drive from the expressway (290) and close to the Harlem Blue Line station for quick access into downtown Chicago.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size3,294 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1915
ParkingConcrete, On Site, Other, Detached, Off Alley, Side Apron, Additional Parking, Garage
MLS #12341417
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Concrete, On Site, Other, Detached, Off Alley, Side Apron, Additional Parking, Garage
- Heating: Baseboard, Radiant
- Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
- List Price: $480,000
- Price/SqFt: $145
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,977
- Tax Year: 2022
- Directions: Harlem North or South to Harvard, West on Harvard to address.
- Year Built: 1915
- Living Area: 3,294 SqFt
- MLS Number: 12341417
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Baird & Warner
- Office Phone: (312) 640-7010
- Listing Agent: Renate Martin
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Price information
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $33,994 | $9,977 |
| 2021 | $33,994 | $9,532 |
| 2020 | $33,994 | $9,425 |
| 2019 | $37,575 | $11,056 |
| 2018 | $37,575 | $10,825 |
| 2017 | $37,575 | $10,623 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Field Stevenson Elementary School
Public District 3-5
0.3 mi
•925 Beloit Ave
5
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•1111 S Grove Ave
8
Jefferson Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•7035 16th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $51,733. Residents of Forest Park, IL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
38%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
IKEA
Banana Republic
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Quiznos
Jack In The Box
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
Toyota
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Soft Adult Contemporary
Jazz
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 1001 Elgin Ave
The listing price of 1001 Elgin Ave property is $480,000.
The property 1001 Elgin Ave is a house located in Forest Park, Illinois, 60130.
Active Listing: 1001 Elgin Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1001 Elgin Ave are: Field Stevenson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Forest Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brooks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lincoln Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Proviso Math and Science Academy (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), J Sterling Morton West High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Proviso East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $9,977 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1001 Elgin Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 1001 Elgin Ave is 3,294 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1001 Elgin Ave is 1915.
This home is located at 1001 Elgin Ave in Forest Park, IL and zip code 60130. This 3,294 square foot home was built in 1915. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $480,000.
Forest Park, IL housing market in May 2025 saw over 10 listings sold above listed price, more than 4 sold at listed price and over 6 sold below. The number of listings in Forest Park, IL increased by 21.6% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $324,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 29 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.