Truly One of a Kind - Custom-Built One-Owner Home on Nearly an Acre with Guest Apartment! Offered for the first time, this exceptional custom-built tri-level home sits on a beautifully landscaped double lot, just under 1 acre, & features a rare combination of character, space, & functionality. From the moment you arrive, you'll be impressed by the custom brick paver driveway & detailed brick-bordered landscaping that set the tone for this unique property. Inside, this meticulously maintained home offers 4 spacious bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, with gleaming hardwood floors & plantation shutters throughout. The updated windows (2018) fill each room with natural light. The main level features a front living room with French sliding doors opening into a stunning, high-end kitchen & dining space. The kitchen is a chef's dream with custom cabinetry, skylight, center island, built-in stainless steel ovens, gas cooktop, built-in microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, deep stainless steel sink, tile backsplash, & a dining area perfect for gatherings. Just a few steps down is a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace, a laundry room with utility sink, a full bathroom with a stand-up shower, utility closet, & interior access to the heated attached 2-car garage. There is also an exterior entrance to the basement from this level. Upstairs, all 4 bedrooms feature hardwood floors, including one with built-in shelving & desk-perfect for a home office. The full upper-level bathroom includes double sinks, ample storage, & a beautiful tile-surround tub/shower. Enjoy the stunning four-season sunroom, warmed by a gas fireplace, with recessed lighting, window A/C unit, & dual sliders that open to the backyard patios-ideal for year-round relaxation. Step outside & discover a backyard retreat like no other. The nearly acre lot features two brand-new composite decks (2025), a paver patio, an attached gas grill, gazebo, & storage shed. The fully landscaped yard offers privacy & space for both entertaining & peaceful outdoor living. A standout feature is the second detached 2-car heated garage, accessed via a separate asphalt driveway & featuring its own address & utilities (same pin). Above the garage is a fully equipped guest apartment (estimated 651 square feet) complete with kitchen, appliances, dining area, open living space, bedroom, full bath, & its own washer & dryer located in the garage below. The apartment is heated by electric & cooled with window A/C units-perfect for extended family, guests, or rental income. Additional updates include a new roof in 2019 and updated forced air in the main home, also in 2019. This is a rare opportunity to own a one-owner, custom-built property with unmatched space, updates, & versatility. A true gem that must be seen to be fully appreciated!
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$401,000
15630 Leclaire Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
5beds
1,842sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.83 Acres Lot
$422,100 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$3,864 Estimated rent
Home value
$422,100
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Gas fireplaceWood-burning fireplaceDetailed brick-bordered landscapingRecessed lightingCenter islandCozy family roomNearly an acre
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amelia Bodie-Bultsma, CSC 815-823-5996,
Village Realty, Inc,
Ashley Christenson 815-530-2813,
Village Realty Inc
Bought with:
Lisa Clemente
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12415732
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Second
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Dining room
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X13
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Laundry
- Features: Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Plantation Shutters)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X14
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X26
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X21
Heating
- Steam, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- In-Law Floorplan, Built-in Features, Bookcases
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Family Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,842 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4.5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 4.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.83 Acres
- Dimensions: 301.8X118.4X301.7X119.6
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Shed(s), Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 28164040050000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Details
- Builder model: TRI-LEVEL
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Oak Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $284,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,113
- Date on market: 7/11/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2025 | Sold | $401,000+4.2%$218/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12415732 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Pending sale | $384,900$209/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12415732 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Contingent | $384,900$209/sqft |
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| 7/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $384,900$209/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12415732 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $28,400 |
| 2023 | $8,113 +34.4% | $28,400 +48.6% |
| 2022 | $6,037 +1.3% | $19,117 |
| 2021 | $5,962 +0.6% | $19,117 |
| 2020 | $5,928 -10.2% | $19,117 -8.5% |
| 2019 | $6,603 +2.3% | $20,889 |
| 2018 | $6,453 -0.3% | $20,889 |
| 2017 | $6,471 -1.7% | $20,889 +11.2% |
| 2016 | $6,583 +4.5% | $18,788 |
| 2015 | $6,300 +1.9% | $18,788 |
| 2014 | $6,184 +2.1% | $18,788 -7.6% |
| 2013 | $6,059 +3% | $20,327 |
| 2012 | $5,881 +0.8% | $20,327 |
| 2011 | $5,835 +4.1% | $20,327 -16.7% |
| 2010 | $5,605 +9.3% | $24,406 |
| 2009 | $5,130 +6.6% | $24,406 -5% |
| 2008 | $4,811 -5.2% | $25,690 +9.1% |
| 2007 | $5,073 +3.6% | $23,539 |
| 2006 | $4,895 +8.3% | $23,539 |
| 2005 | $4,521 +4.1% | $23,539 +31.7% |
| 2004 | $4,343 +3.6% | $17,868 |
| 2003 | $4,193 +3.1% | $17,868 |
| 2002 | $4,065 +7.7% | $17,868 +11.2% |
| 2001 | $3,776 +2.1% | $16,069 |
| 2000 | $3,698 +3.5% | $16,069 |
| 1999 | $3,574 | $16,069 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60452
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Scarlet Oak Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-4Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Arbor Park Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 8/10Oak Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 145
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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