#12265769, Adriana Cook, Listing office: eXp Realty, LLC
945 Elgin Ave Forest Park, IL 60130
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About 945 Elgin Ave
Recently rehabbed brick two-flat on a corner lot in prime Forest Park. This spacious, jumbo two-flat blends classic architectural charm with thoughtful modern updates and is ideally situated on a quiet, tree-lined street. The first-floor unit, soon to be vacant, features three bedrooms, rich natural woodwork, hardwood floors, a sunlit bay-window living room, a formal dining room, and an updated kitchen with white shaker cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a cozy breakfast nook. The second-floor unit has a longer-term tenant in place and offers a fresh, modern palette, generous layout, and a fully renovated kitchen with gray cabinetry, sleek countertops, and stainless appliances. High ceilings, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and large windows create an open and airy feel throughout both units. Bathrooms have been updated with clean, stylish finishes. A full, unfinished basement with tall ceilings and steel beam support provides excellent storage or future finishing potential. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other or add a turnkey property to your portfolio, this home offers incredible flexibility and value. Roof, hot water heater, electrical, and all windows (2023).Located just minutes from I290, the Blue Line, Harlem Avenue, and North Riverside Mall, with convenient access to shops, schools, and parks-this is a rare opportunity in one of Forest Park's most desirable neighborhoods.
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Summary
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Parking: Off Alley, On Site
- Heating: Natural Gas
- List Price: $450,000
- Directions: ROOSEVELT RD TO HARLEM N TO HARVARD W TO ELGIN
- Year Built: 1906
- MLS Number: 12381500
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Baird & Warner
- Office Phone: (708) 697-5900
- Listing Agent: Cathy Yanda
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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 $79,076. Most Forest Park, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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About 945 Elgin Ave
The listing price of 945 Elgin Ave property is $450,000.
The property 945 Elgin Ave is a house located in Forest Park, Illinois, 60130.
Active Listing: 945 Elgin Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 945 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).
The property at 945 Elgin Ave has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The year of construction for 945 Elgin Ave is 1906.
This home is located at 945 Elgin Ave in Forest Park, IL and zip code 60130. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.
Over 10 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Forest Park, IL. In the same period over 6 listings were sold below the listed price and 4 listings were sold for the listed price. Between April and May 2025, Forest Park, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 21.6%. 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.