$390,000
SOLD DEC 3, 2025

4246 Forest Ave Brookfield, IL 60513

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,128 Sq Ft
1944 Built

Recently Sold

$346 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property is near park
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Lyons Township High School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Ehlert Park

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to this beautifully updated Cape Cod on a spacious corner lot in Brookfield! This charming brick home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a finished basement with flexible spaces ideal for an office, recreation area, or storage. One of the main-level bedrooms is currently being used as a dining room, adding versatility to the layout. Recent upgrades include a stamped-concrete patio, a new kitchen with custom cabinets, quartz countertops, a backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, including a Frigidaire gas range and Bosch dishwasher, plus hardwood flooring throughout the main level. Additional improvements feature updated plumbing, fresh paint, custom radiator covers, and enhanced landscaping with window planters on the side of the house, a couple of new trees, and paver planter gardens by the side door. The bright kitchen and open living areas are perfect for entertaining, while the large fenced yard offers outdoor space for relaxation and gatherings, and the detached 2-car garage provides added convenience and secure parking. Located near parks, schools, and the commuter train, this home combines classic character with modern updates. Move-in ready and waiting for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rosie Gonzalez

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475127111 Listed on: 10/24/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Flores

Realty of America, LLC License #475179688

Realty of America, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,256

Year Built

  • Built in 1944 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x125
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Off Alley Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,128 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Bosch Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near park

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Washington Middle School
  • Lyons Twp High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,256

Year Built

Built in 1944 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cape Cod
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2016

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 1128
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Internet-Fiber, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: None
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Finished,Full,Interior Stair
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off Alley, Yes, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Zoned
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School: Lyons Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Washington Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X125
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7255.86
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2025
Closed on
Nov 22, 2025
Sold by
Dancer Steven H
Bought by
Rea Miguel and Rea Zaira
Seller's Agent
Rosie Gonzalez
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Flores
Realty of America, LLC
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
8.64%
Views
227

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-24.50%
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Outstanding Balance
$7,500
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$360,149

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 21, 2020
Closed on
Apr 13, 2020
Sold by
Beran James W
Bought by
Dancer Steven H
Seller's Agent
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Carraher
Compass
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-6.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.76%
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2015
Closed on
Mar 24, 2016
Sold by
Mezera Vincent G and Mezera Janet L
Bought by
Beran James W
Seller's Agent
Chaz Walters
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael McCurry
Compass
List Price
$177,000
Sold Price
$152,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-14.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.12%
Original Mortgage
$121,600
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 1996
Sold by
Garner Edgar W and Garner Kelly Ann
Bought by
Mezera Vincent G and Mezera Janet L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
8.5%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $390,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $270,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $152,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $126,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $7,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $378,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $216,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $121,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $120,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/03/2025 12/03/25 Sold $390,000 +8.6% $346 / Sq Ft
10/29/2025 10/29/25 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2025 10/24/25 For Sale $359,000 +33.0% $318 / Sq Ft
04/21/2020 04/21/20 Sold $270,000 -1.5% $239 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/22/2020 02/22/20 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2020 02/07/20 Price Changed $274,000 -5.2% $243 / Sq Ft
01/21/2020 01/21/20 For Sale $289,000 +90.1% $256 / Sq Ft
03/24/2016 03/24/16 Sold $152,000 -14.1% $135 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/27/2016 02/27/16 For Sale $177,000 0.0% $157 / Sq Ft
02/24/2016 02/24/16 Pending -- -- --
02/22/2016 02/22/16 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2016 01/05/16 Price Changed $177,000 -5.3% $157 / Sq Ft
01/04/2016 01/04/16 For Sale $187,000 0.0% $166 / Sq Ft
12/29/2015 12/29/15 Pending -- -- --
12/07/2015 12/07/15 Price Changed $187,000 -3.6% $166 / Sq Ft
11/16/2015 11/16/15 For Sale $194,000 -- $172 / 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 $7,256 $27,001 $4,568 $22,433
2024 $7,256 $27,001 $4,568 $22,433
2023 $6,380 $27,001 $4,568 $22,433
2022 $6,380 $21,146 $3,938 $17,208
2021 $6,131 $21,144 $3,937 $17,207
2020 $7,341 $21,144 $3,937 $17,207
2019 $5,594 $15,200 $3,622 $11,578
2018 $5,376 $15,200 $3,622 $11,578
2017 $5,114 $15,200 $3,622 $11,578
2016 $3,995 $13,528 $3,150 $10,378
2015 $5,012 $16,987 $3,150 $13,837
2014 $4,846 $16,987 $3,150 $13,837
2013 $6,099 $21,642 $3,150 $18,492
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12502163

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 18-03-229-064-0000

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