NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1026 Troost Ave Forest Park, IL 60130

4 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
1914 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 28, 2025

Last sale price $460,000

2 Days on Market

About This Home

As of March 2025

Exceptional Owner-Occupied Investment Opportunity in Forest Park! This move-in ready 2-unit property offers versatility and income potential. The first-floor unit duplexes down, creating a spacious living arrangement perfect for an owner-occupant or higher rental income. It features a bright living and dining room, updated kitchen, breakfast nook/office, and two bedrooms with a full bath on the main level-plus a large family room and laundry room in the finished basement. The second-floor unit boasts a spacious living and dining area, an updated kitchen, a back mudroom with laundry, two bedrooms, and a full bath-an ideal rental or Airbnb opportunity for additional income. Set on an extra-deep lot with a private fenced-in backyard and brick patio, this property also includes a two-car garage. Major updates include a tear-off roof and siding (2017). Prime location-walking distance to the Blue Line, Forest Park Pool, and Park District, with easy commuter access. Live in one unit and rent the other, create a multi-generational home, or maximize rental income-the possibilities are endless!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tabitha Murphy

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475132363 Listed on: 02/21/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Co-Listed By

Nick Kuhr

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475155484

Last Buyer's Agent

James D'Astice

Compass License #475152334

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,216

Year Built

  • Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2018

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 25 x 180

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,216

Year Built

Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2018

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Type: Two to Four Units
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Year Renovated: 2018

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Stove,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Garage/Space,Hardwood Floors
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Stove,Refrigerator,Washer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Garage/Space,Hardwood Floors

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame,Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Green Features

  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Water Heater

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 25 X 180
  • Zoning: MULTI
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9216.23
  • Tax Year: 2023

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 2
  • Three Bedroom Number of Units: No
  • Type-Multi: 2 Flat
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/28/2025 03/28/25 Sold $460,000 +4.5% --
02/24/2025 02/24/25 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2025 02/21/25 For Sale $440,000 0.0% --
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Price Changed $440,000 +16.7% --
06/07/2018 06/07/18 Sold $377,000 -0.5% -- View Prior Sale
06/05/2018 06/05/18 For Sale $379,000 +0.5% --
06/02/2018 06/02/18 Off Market $377,000 -- --
05/06/2018 05/06/18 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2018 04/26/18 For Sale $379,000 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $9,216 $34,000 $3,356 $30,644
2024 $9,216 $34,000 $3,356 $30,644
2023 $6,503 $34,000 $3,356 $30,644
2022 $6,503 $21,564 $2,573 $18,991
2021 $6,207 $21,563 $2,573 $18,990
2020 $6,124 $21,563 $2,573 $18,990
2019 $7,513 $24,768 $2,349 $22,419
2018 $8,541 $24,768 $2,349 $22,419
2017 $7,215 $24,768 $2,349 $22,419
2016 $5,318 $17,337 $2,125 $15,212
2015 $5,748 $18,918 $2,125 $16,793
2014 $6,074 $20,119 $2,125 $17,994
2013 $5,868 $20,774 $2,125 $18,649
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12280267

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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