NOT LISTED FOR SALE

142 Forest Park Rd Ottawa, IL 61350

Estimated Value: $297,656

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,860 Sq Ft
$160/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 27, 2025

Last sale price $290,000 $156 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,887 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of May 2025

Nestled in a charming, well-established north-side neighborhood, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom brick ranch is ready for you to move right in. Step inside and discover a spacious, inviting layout designed for both comfort and style. The heart of the home is the stunningly renovated kitchen, featuring Quartz countertops, sleek slate stainless steel appliances, and fresh flooring that adds a modern touch. The main bath has been thoughtfully updated, complete with a Quartz double vanity, dual medicine cabinets, and a contemporary feel. Stylish vinyl plank flooring extends through the kitchen and half bath, blending elegance with durability. A cozy living room showcases a beautiful fireplace adding character and function. Downstairs, the basement offers additional convenience with a half bath and separate shower. Outside, enjoy the peace and privacy of a large, wooded lot-your own retreat from the everyday. With new gutters and leaf guards installed in 2018 and so many thoughtful upgrades throughout, this home is a perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Randi Quigley

eXp Realty License #475164758 Listed on: 03/15/2025

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Barb Gall

RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals License #475133115

RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,685

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 14,810 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x149x82x108x126
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,860 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • Accessibility Features
  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Jefferson Elementary: K-4Th Grad
  • Shepherd Middle School
  • Ottawa Township High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,685

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Accessibility Features: Bath Grab Bars, No Interior Steps
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom
  • LivingArea: 1860
  • Room Type: Den
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Other

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 8

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Jefferson Elementary: K-4th Grad
  • High School: Ottawa Township High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Shepherd Middle School
  • Elementary School #2: Central Elementary: 5th and 6th Grade

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Dimensions: 40X149X82X108X126
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 17
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8685
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2019
Sold by
Jones Robert
Bought by
Jones Robert and Jones Deborah
Current Estimated Value
$297,656

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2018
Closed on
Apr 26, 2019
Sold by
Goldstein Kathy Robinson
Bought by
Jones Robert
Seller's Agent
Jennie Lamb
Windsor Realty
Buyer's Agent
Randi Quigley
eXp Realty
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$220,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-7.95%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.47%
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Outstanding Balance
$191,623
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$106,033

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2015
Closed on
Dec 16, 2015
Sold by
Cassidy Michael and Cassidy John J
Bought by
Goldstein Kathy Robinson
Seller's Agent
George Shanley
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Jennie Lamb
Windsor Realty
List Price
$187,500
Sold Price
$179,999
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,501
-4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Jones Robert -- None Available
Jones Robert $220,000 None Available
Goldstein Kathy Robinson $180,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jones Robert $220,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Sold $290,000 0.0% $156 / Sq Ft
03/23/2025 03/23/25 Pending -- -- --
03/22/2025 03/22/25 Price Changed $290,000 -3.0% $156 / Sq Ft
03/15/2025 03/15/25 For Sale $299,000 +35.9% $161 / Sq Ft
05/20/2019 05/20/19 Sold $220,000 -7.9% $126 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/01/2019 04/01/19 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2019 03/13/19 For Sale $239,000 +4.0% $136 / Sq Ft
03/13/2019 03/13/19 Price Changed $229,900 +4.5% $131 / Sq Ft
12/07/2018 12/07/18 Off Market $220,000 -- --
09/06/2018 09/06/18 Price Changed $239,000 -2.4% $136 / Sq Ft
08/15/2018 08/15/18 Price Changed $245,000 -2.8% $140 / Sq Ft
08/08/2018 08/08/18 For Sale $252,000 +40.0% $144 / Sq Ft
12/16/2015 12/16/15 Sold $179,999 0.0% $94 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/02/2015 10/02/15 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2015 09/01/15 Price Changed $179,999 -4.0% $94 / Sq Ft
07/16/2015 07/16/15 For Sale $187,500 -- $98 / Sq Ft
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 $9,561 $109,076 $11,240 $97,836
2024 $9,561 $98,837 $10,185 $88,652
2023 $8,685 $88,461 $9,116 $79,345
2022 $7,931 $80,288 $13,353 $66,935
2021 $7,446 $75,254 $12,516 $62,738
2020 $7,005 $71,486 $11,889 $59,597
2019 $5,872 $70,757 $11,768 $58,989
2018 $5,866 $69,058 $11,485 $57,573
2017 $5,844 $66,942 $11,133 $55,809
2016 $5,865 $64,072 $10,656 $53,416
2015 $3,035 $61,120 $10,165 $50,955
2012 -- $66,816 $11,112 $55,704
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12313148

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 21-02-200012

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