245 Elgin Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois 60130


$649,900

For Sale
Status: Contingent
Sqft: 2,362
Cost/Sqft: $275
Beds: 5
Baths: 3
Year Built: 1898
Property Taxes: $10,846
Days On Market: 50
Lot Size: 0,00

Description

There's No Place Like Home! Welcome home to this spacious Forest Park residence, ideally situated on a double corner lot close to both downtown Forest Park & Oak Park. Step through the foyer and into a bright, airy sitting room framed by a charming arched opening and a beautiful front picture window. The adjoining dining room features a lovely bay window overlooking the tree-lined street and offers plenty of space for everyday meals or entertaining. Just off the dining room is a versatile main-floor bedroom, currently used as an office, with two closets offering excellent storage. A full bathroom adds flexibility to the main level. The kitchen features a picturesque greenhouse window, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and one of the home's most unique features-a walk-in butler's pantry complete with a secondary refrigerator and abundant storage, offering endless possibilities to customize the space to fit your needs. At the rear of the home is a comfortable and cozy family room. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful natural light, a walk-in closet, and a spacious private bathroom featuring a whirlpool tub, separate shower, & double vanity. Additional bedrooms provide flexible space for family, guests, playrooms, or work-from-home needs. The front bedroom also includes an adjoining bonus room that could easily become a dressing room, oversized walk-in closet, office, or creative space. A convenient second-floor laundry room completes the level. A full staircase leads to a large unfinished walk-up attic-an exciting opportunity for future refinishing! This home offers the space, character, and potential to truly make it your own. Plus, easy access to local shops, restaurants, parks, and public transportation, all while being tucked into a beautiful tree-lined neighborhood, you won't want to miss this one!

Property Specifics

Single Family
—
—
1898
2017
Unfinished, Full
875
Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding
Asphalt
—
No
—
Cook
—
— / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan
Public Sewer
Window Unit(s)
Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s)
No
12753595
15124270250000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Garfield Elementary School
91 —
Middle School
Forest Park Middle School
91 Not in DB
High School
Proviso East High School
209 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
30 Apr, 2010 Sold $205,000 MRED MLS
4 Mar, 2010 Under contract $274,900 MRED MLS
— Last price change $339,900 MRED MLS
20 Oct, 2009 Listed for sale $339,900 MRED MLS
21 Sep, 2026 Under contract $649,900 MRED MLS
9 Sep, 2026 Listed for sale $649,900 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X12
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 14X11
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 9X12
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 9X9
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 17X16
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 16X11
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Features: Pantry-Walk-in, Pantry
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 7X7
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: —
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: 14X14
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Laminate
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5, Attic, Walk In Closet, Tandem Room, Pantry, Sitting Room
Basement: Unfinished, Full
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 9X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Attic
Dimensions: 21X45
Location: 3rd Level
Floor Type: —
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Walk In Closet
Dimensions: 8X6
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: —
Fourth Additional Room Info:
Name: Tandem Room
Dimensions: 7X10
Location: 2nd Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fifth Additional Room Info:
Name: Pantry
Dimensions: 9X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Laminate
Sixth Additional Room Info:
Name: Sitting Room
Dimensions: 14X14
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood

Other Specifics

2
—
Garage Door Opener, Detached, Garage
Upper Level, Multiple Locations
Hardwood
—
Fenced
—
Corner Lot
50x135
Dormer,Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
Not in DB
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
—
—

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2010 $2,145
2026 $10,846

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