1118 Troost Ave Forest Park, IL 60130
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,850
Sq Ft
5,532
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Wine Refrigerator
About This Home
As of April 2025There's No Place Like Home! Welcome to this "larger than it looks" , beautifully renovated, freshly painted corner lot jumbo bungalow with hardwood floors throughout and original oak trim. Spacious and bright living room with separate dining room and 2 additional rooms for bedroom or work from home space. The updated kitchen features custom soft-close cabinetry with 2 pull-out pantry cabinets, quartz countertops, marble backsplash and SS appliances. Main kitchen offers breakfast bar seating. Use the additional space for a full size kitchen table or a family room right off the kitchen. The 2ND FLOOR has SO MUCH SPACE with great ceiling height! New carpeting throughout and offering a primary suite with 2 walk-in closets and primary bath with double vanity, separate shower and private commode. Rounding out the 2nd floor are 2 additional bedrooms, a separate space for game area or playroom and 2nd floor full size laundry room. The fully finished high and dry basement features vinyl flooring throughout with several living spaces including family room and craft area with wet bar and gas line, bedroom and full size bath with walk-in shower. Basement also has separate utility room and plenty of storage. Newer plumbing and 200 amp electric panel - water line - roof. Totally fenced, private backyard with 2 car garage and newly sealcoated side driveway for extra parking. This home has been well-maintained and is waiting for its next owner. Close proximity to Forest Park Park District Aquatic Center, tennis courts and newly redone ball fields. Easy access to public transportation.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475141002 Listed on: 10/18/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,972
Year Built
- Built in 1924 | Remodeled in 2014
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 111
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,850 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Play Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Porcelain Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Garfield Elementary School
- Forest Park Middle School
- Proviso East High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Barnes Penelope and Colberg Jessica
Bought by
Tenard Matthew and Alvarado Angelica
Seller's Agent
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Sonia Castorena
RE/MAX MI CASA
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.17%
Views
192
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,940
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.21%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Outstanding Balance
$580,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$10,940
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2021
Closed on
Jul 15, 2021
Sold by
Grandberry Darius and Grandberry Brooke
Bought by
Barnes Penelope and Colberg Jessica
Seller's Agent
Lorraine Cooper
Kale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carlas Gilbert
Prince Realty Group LLC
Sold Price
$562,512
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.83%
Original Mortgage
$450,009
Interest Rate
2.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2013
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Grandberry Darius and Grandberry Brooke
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$338,032
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2012
Sold by
Sheridan
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2004
Sold by
Pichon Joel
Bought by
Gomez Adriana
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$32,000
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2003
Sold by
Sheridan Doris
Bought by
Sheridan Glen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 1998
Sold by
Riebock Albert C and Riebock Myrcedes C
Bought by
Sheridan Glen and Sheridan Doris
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,400
Interest Rate
6.79%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $580,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $563,000 | Attorney | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $195,000 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Lakeshore Title Agency | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lakeshore Title Agency | |
| Warranty Deed | $188,000 | Professional National Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $580,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $450,009 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $304,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $322,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $334,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $338,032 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $32,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $253,600 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $226,100 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $150,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | Sold | $580,000 | -3.2% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 02/08/2025 02/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/18/2024 10/18/24 | For Sale | $599,000 | +6.5% | $210 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2021 07/23/21 | Sold | $562,512 | +2.3% | $197 / Sq Ft |
| 05/19/2021 05/19/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2021 05/16/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/25/2021 04/25/21 | For Sale | $550,000 | +182.1% | $193 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2013 10/30/13 | Sold | $195,000 | +2.7% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2013 08/21/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/13/2013 08/13/13 | For Sale | $189,900 | -- | $104 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,968 | $53,163 | $4,163 | $49,000 |
| 2023 | $9,623 | $53,163 | $4,163 | $49,000 |
| 2022 | $9,623 | $26,848 | $3,191 | $23,657 |
| 2021 | $8,006 | $26,848 | $3,191 | $23,657 |
| 2020 | $7,878 | $26,848 | $3,191 | $23,657 |
| 2019 | $9,421 | $30,184 | $2,913 | $27,271 |
| 2018 | $9,224 | $30,184 | $2,913 | $27,271 |
| 2017 | $9,042 | $30,184 | $2,913 | $27,271 |
| 2016 | $7,748 | $24,117 | $2,636 | $21,481 |
| 2015 | $7,582 | $24,117 | $2,636 | $21,481 |
| 2014 | $7,458 | $24,117 | $2,636 | $21,481 |
| 2013 | $8,112 | $27,712 | $2,636 | $25,076 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2025
Dorothy Gillian
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
-
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Anna Gillian Cramer
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sonia Castorena
RE/MAX
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2021
Lorraine Cooper
Kale Realty
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Carlas Gilbert
Prince Realty Group LLC
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2013
Ayoub Rabah
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12191878
APN: 15-13-314-026-0000
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