$325,000
$10K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $2,329/month

Total Views 13,329
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,369 Sq Ft
$237 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Corner Lot
  • Living Room
  • Oak Forest High School Rated A-
  • 1.5 Car Attached Garage
  • 4-minute walk to Heritage Park

About This Home

Discover the charm and potential of 5539 La Palm Dr, a beautifully maintained split-level home nestled on a spacious 8,550 square foot corner lot in the vibrant community of Oak Forest. This spacious 3-bedroom residence offers approximately 1,369 square feet of living space, featuring both a large family room and a welcoming living room-perfect for entertaining family and friends or relaxing in style. Inside, you'll find recent upgrades including three new sump pumps, a modern bathroom shower, and a new toiet in the upstairs bathroom as well as a rebuilt toilet in the downstairs bathroom, providing added comfort and peace of mind. The home also offers excellent opportunities for storage and closet space, making organization easy and efficient. Step outside to your private fenced backyard, complete with a pressure-treated newer deck, ideal for outdoor entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying outdoor leisure. The generous side yard adds extra space for outdoor activities. Major updates include a new roof with gutter guards, a hot water heater, and furnace/A/C system, ensuring worry-free living from day one. Its prime location puts you just minutes from major commuter routes, parks, top-rated schools, shopping centers, dining options, and key emergency services including the police station and firehouse for added convenience and safety. Outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby El Morro Park, Oak Forest Park District, and Heritage Preserve-West, offering walking trails, green spaces, recreation programs, and community activities. Don't miss your chance to own this fantastic home in the heart of Oak Forest - where comfort, space, convenience, and community come together.

Listing Agent

Alex Chavez

HomeSmart Realty Group License #475187024 Listed on: 07/09/2026

HomeSmart Realty Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,326

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 75x114
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,369 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,326

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bi-Level
  • Levels: Bi-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Split Level
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Active
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1369
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3.5

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 Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75x114
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6326
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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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 $5,846 $22,000 $3,621 $18,379
2024 $5,846 $22,000 $3,621 $18,379
2023 $5,505 $22,000 $3,621 $18,379
2022 $5,505 $16,534 $3,219 $13,315
2021 $5,406 $16,532 $3,218 $13,314
2020 $5,287 $16,532 $3,218 $13,314
2019 $5,852 $17,958 $3,017 $14,941
2018 $5,751 $17,958 $3,017 $14,941
2017 $5,794 $17,958 $3,017 $14,941
2016 $5,469 $15,807 $2,816 $12,991
2015 $5,287 $15,807 $2,816 $12,991
2014 $5,155 $15,807 $2,816 $12,991
2013 $4,572 $15,726 $2,816 $12,910
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/20/2026 07/20/26 Price Changed $325,000 -3.0% $237 / Sq Ft
07/09/2026 07/09/26 For Sale $335,000 -- $245 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $110,000 Fidelity National Title
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $80,500 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $52,285 Credit Line Revolving
Open $175,000 New Conventional
Closed $88,000 New Conventional
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12698638

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 28-09-309-013-0000

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