$465,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2025

1045 Thomas Ave Forest Park, IL 60130

7 Beds
3 Baths
-- Sq Ft
1909 Built

Recently Sold

3% Above List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sun or Florida Room
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Multiple Water Heaters
  • Gazebo
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Senior Tax Exemptions

About This Home

As of May 2025

*Multiple Offers Received. Highest and Best Due Saturday 4/12 by 1pm** Investors, Owner-Occupants, and Multi-Generational Buyers - Opportunities Abound! Welcome to one of the largest two-flats in the area, offering unbeatable space, versatility, and location. Situated on an oversized corner double lot, this impressive property features 7 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a duplexed unit perfect for related living or maximizing rental income. Enjoy six total parking spaces (2-car garage + 4 exterior), two separate heating and air conditioning systems, two hot water heaters, and a coin-operated laundry for added convenience. The beautifully landscaped lot includes a pergola ideal for entertaining and plenty of green space for gardening or outdoor enjoyment. Whether you're an investor looking for strong rental potential or a homeowner seeking space and flexibility, this property delivers. Ideally located near the Blue Line, vibrant shopping, and a fantastic park district - this is city living with room to grow. Property has been well maintained with regular attention to systems and updates: hot water heaters 2024 and 2019, front porch / stairs replaced 2020, back stairs redone 2016, etc. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a true gem with endless possibilities!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

April Baker

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475159541 Listed on: 04/04/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Mayra Jaramillo

Neighborhood Assistance Corp. License #475189459

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,156

Year Built

  • Built in 1909

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Potential Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Schools

  • Betsy Ross Elementary School
  • Forest Park Middle School
  • Proviso East High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Multiple Water Heaters

Additional Features

  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Gazebo
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x124

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,156

Year Built

Built in 1909

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Type: Two to Four Units
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Other Equipment: Multiple Water Heaters
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Stove,Refrigerator,Dishwasher
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Stove,Refrigerator,Dishwasher

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • OtherStructures: Gazebo
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Betsy Ross Elementary School
  • High School: Proviso East High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Forest Park Middle School
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy
  • Elementary School #2: Field Stevenson Elementary School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X124
  • 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: 4156
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 2
  • Three Bedroom Number of Units: Yes
  • Type-Multi: 2 Flat
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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $465,000 +3.3% --
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $450,000 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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 $4,156 $40,001 $4,688 $35,313
2024 $4,156 $40,001 $4,688 $35,313
2023 $5,117 $40,001 $4,688 $35,313
2022 $5,117 $30,315 $3,594 $26,721
2021 $4,732 $30,314 $3,593 $26,721
2020 $4,945 $30,314 $3,593 $26,721
2019 $5,040 $33,382 $3,281 $30,101
2018 $4,945 $33,382 $3,281 $30,101
2017 $4,751 $33,382 $3,281 $30,101
2016 $6,103 $21,428 $2,968 $18,460
2015 $6,310 $22,386 $2,968 $19,418
2014 $8,405 $24,286 $2,968 $21,318
2013 $7,369 $22,785 $2,968 $19,817
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12329742

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)