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ActivePrice cut: $5K (9/19)
$419,900
3beds
1,335sqft

1638 Forest Rd, La Grange Park, IL 60526

3beds
1,335sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
6,673 Square Feet Lot
$416,100 Zestimate®
$315/sqft

What's special

Half bathroomSolid brick split-level homeLarge backyardGenerous living spaceAdditional storageEat-in kitchenHardwood flooring

Welcome to 1638 Forest Road, a SOLID BRICK split-level home offering generous living space, Hardwood Flooring, and a convenient La Grange Park location. The main level features a large Living Room that flows into the Dining Room, both with Hardwood floors, along with an Eat-In Kitchen featuring a service counter/pass-through to the Dining Room. A convenient Half Bathroom completes the main level. Upstairs are 3 Bedrooms with Hardwood floors and generous closet space, plus a Full Bathroom. The bright and spacious lower-level Recreation Room features tile flooring and direct access to the backyard, making it ideal for relaxing, entertaining, a home office, or recreation space. The separate Laundry and Utility Area provides additional storage. Outside, enjoy the large backyard, huge concrete patio, concrete driveway, and Rare detached 2.5-car garage. Conveniently located near Hainsworth Park, the Village Field Club, Salt Creek Bicycle Trail, Forest Road Elementary School, and Park Junior High School, within the Lyons Township High School District. Enjoy convenient access to the La Grange Metra Station with service to Chicago, along with the restaurants, shopping, and entertainment of Downtown La Grange. Roof Installed in 2015 (per FOIA received with Permit from the Village)Property being SOLD AS-IS. Bring your decorating ideas and make this well-built home your own!

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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12740155MLS Logo
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Living Room

Dining Room

Basement (Finished)

Kitchen

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Listing updated:

Listed by:

Jeremy Vitell 708-642-9566,

Vitell Realty

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12740155MLS Logo

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
  • Room types: Foyer, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 154 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 154 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 3
  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 110 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 110 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 11X10
Foyer
  • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 15 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 5X3
Kitchen
  • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 154 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry
  • Features: Flooring (Other), Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 209 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 19X11
Living room
  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 266 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 19X14
Recreation room
  • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 322 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 23X14
Heating
  • Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
  • Central Air
Appliances
  • Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
  • Separate Dining Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Doors: Storm Door(s)
  • Windows: Drapes
  • Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Partial
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 1,985
  • Total interior livable area: 1,335 sqft
  • Finished area below ground: 550
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2.5
  • Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • Garage spaces: 2.5
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
  • Size: 6,673 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 47X141
Details
  • Parcel number: 15282030340000
  • Special conditions: None
  • Other equipment: Sump Pump

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Brick
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
Condition
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1964

Utilities & green energy

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Park, Pool, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
  • Services included: None
Location
  • Region: La Grange Park

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $315/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $360,000
  • Annual tax amount: $10,468
  • Date on market: 8/23/2026
  • Ownership: Fee Simple

Price history

DateEventPrice
9/19/2026Price change$419,900-1.2%$315/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12740155
8/23/2026Listed for sale$424,900+61.6%$318/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12740155
11/6/2018Sold$263,000-6%$197/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09991207
10/7/2018Pending sale$279,900$210/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Homes #09991207
9/14/2018Price change$279,900-5.1%$210/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Homes #09991207
8/27/2018Price change$294,900-1.7%$221/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Homes #09991207
7/24/2018Price change$299,900-3.2%$225/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Homes #09991207
6/27/2018Price change$309,900-4.6%$232/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Homes #09991207
6/20/2018Listed for sale$325,000+10.2%$243/sqft
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Homes #09991207
5/20/2005Sold$295,000$221/sqft
Source: Public Record

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2024$9,737 +5.9%$36,000 +0%
2023$9,194 +14.6%$35,999 +36.6%
2022$8,020 +4%$26,359
2021$7,709 +2.4%$26,359
2020$7,528 -11.9%$26,359 -12.2%
2019$8,545 +1.7%$30,007
2018$8,401 +2.7%$30,007
2017$8,181 +9.3%$30,007 +21.1%
2016$7,487 +11.2%$24,781
2015$6,731 +1.6%$24,781
2014$6,628 -5.5%$24,781 -7.5%
2013$7,012 -3.4%$26,792 -6%
2012$7,261 +5%$28,516
2011$6,912 +12.2%$28,516 +1.8%
2010$6,162 +0.4%$28,024
2009$6,137 +4.1%$28,024 -5%
2008$5,898 -15.9%$29,499 -15%
2007$7,011 +2.1%$34,696
2006$6,868 +1.7%$34,696
2005$6,751 +46.4%$34,696 +43.6%
2004$4,611 +10.2%$24,156
2003$4,184 +2.3%$24,156
2002$4,091 +10.2%$24,156 +24.9%
2001$3,712 +4.6%$19,346
2000$3,548 $19,346
1999$3,548 $19,346

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$3,067/mo
Principal & interest
$2371
Property taxes
$696
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Estimated market value

$416,100

$395,000 - $437,000

$2,691/mo

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Neighborhood: 60526

Nearby schools

Barnsdale Road School
Grades PK-K • 0.8 miles
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Park Junior High School
Grades 7-8 • 1.7 miles
9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10
Lyons Twp High School
Grades 9-12 • 2.3 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
10/10

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