There's No Place Like Home! Set on a large double lot in one of Forest Park's most desirable locations, this charming home is ready for its new owner. Full of warmth, character, and timeless charm, this 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath home offers the perfect blend of original details and comfortable living spaces. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and inviting living areas filled with natural light. The main level features a comfortable living room, formal dining room, ample kitchen with SS appliances, and an additional family room at the rear of the home complete with a half bath for guests. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms along with an updated full bathroom. The partially finished basement has a large open area which offers additional living space for an office or recreation room. Enjoy the large private backyard complete with newer garage with party door. Additional exterior parking spaces can be used or rented out for additional income. Perfectly situated just minutes from both downtown Forest Park and Oak Park, this home offers close proximity to restaurants, shopping, parks, and transportation while still maintaining a true neighborhood feel. A rare opportunity to own a lovingly cared for home with history, character, and an unbeatable location.
Contingent
$484,900
220 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
3beds
1,925sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
6,750 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Half bath for guestsLarge double lotLarge private backyardAdditional exterior parking spacesFormal dining roomBeautiful hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Anna Gillian Cramer 708-426-4349,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Caitlin Gillian Thorsen,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12653769
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X13
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,925 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 6,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 135
Details
- Parcel number: 15124280060000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Forest Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $410,000
- Annual tax amount: $11,916
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Contingent | $484,900$252/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12653769 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $484,900+86.5%$252/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12653769 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2013 | Sold | $260,000-4.6%$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08309611 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2013 | Price change | $272,500-0.9%$142/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX In The Village, Realtors #08309611 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2013 | Price change | $275,000-3.5%$143/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX In The Village, Realtors #08309611 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2013 | Price change | $285,000-4.7%$148/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX In The Village, Realtors #08309611 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2013 | Listed for sale | $299,000+20%$155/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX In The Village, Realtors #08309611 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2009 | Sold | $249,250$129/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07152231 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $41,000 |
| 2023 | $11,319 -0.4% | $41,000 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $11,363 +1.4% | $35,124 -3.1% |
| 2021 | $11,211 +1.9% | $36,260 |
| 2020 | $11,000 +18.4% | $36,260 +21.6% |
| 2019 | $9,289 +2.1% | $29,810 |
| 2018 | $9,095 +2% | $29,810 |
| 2017 | $8,916 +5.9% | $29,810 +14.7% |
| 2016 | $8,422 +2.1% | $26,000 |
| 2015 | $8,246 +1.7% | $26,000 |
| 2014 | $8,109 -15.3% | $26,000 -19.4% |
| 2013 | $9,577 +2.6% | $32,241 |
| 2012 | $9,330 -0.3% | $32,241 |
| 2011 | $9,357 -11.6% | $32,241 -16.3% |
| 2010 | $10,585 +568.7% | $38,532 |
| 2009 | $1,583 -1.5% | $38,532 -5% |
| 2008 | $1,607 -11.8% | $40,560 +17.5% |
| 2007 | $1,823 -1.9% | $34,526 |
| 2006 | $1,857 +1.4% | $34,526 |
| 2005 | $1,832 -13.3% | $34,526 +74.6% |
| 2004 | $2,113 -4.1% | $19,769 |
| 2003 | $2,202 +17.4% | $19,769 |
| 2002 | $1,877 -43.7% | $19,769 +23.2% |
| 2001 | $3,331 +14.8% | $16,048 |
| 2000 | $2,900 | $16,048 |
| 1999 | $2,900 | $16,048 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60130
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAGarfield Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Forest Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- NAProviso East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 91
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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Forest Park
- 60130
- 220 Elgin Ave
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