$475,000
SOLD NOV 14, 2025

617 Harlem Ave Forest Park, IL 60130

4 Beds
3 Baths
-- Sq Ft
3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

53 Days on Market

About This Home

As of November 2025

Updated multi-unit property available in highly desirable Forest Park. Property recently remodeled with updated kitchens and baths. Each unit has 2 large bedrooms, one of the bedrooms in each unit has a tandem. Both units have spacious living and dining areas. 1st floor unit has an in unit washer and dryer. 2nd floor unit has washer and dryer connection as well as Nest brand thermostat. All units are equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and ample cabinet space and central air conditioning throughout. The property includes a two-car garage, 1 car carport next to garage and a small backyard. Common coin laundry machines are available in the basement. The first-floor unit has previously been a successful Airbnb, earning between $2,500 and $3,000 during peak season in June, July, and August. The 1st floor unit in currently vacant. Finished basement currently being rented. Village will require deconversion of rented basement unit. The property is conveniently located within walking distance of schools, parks, bars, shops, restaurants (just three blocks away), and Rush Hospital is located down the street. It is also minutes from the Blueline, the 290 highway, and public transportation. Close proximity from Downtown Oak Park, Oak Park Metra and Greenline and Downtown Forest Park shopping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Margo Nancy Carrasquillo

Property Services Network License #471022029 Listed on: 08/20/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Vernetta Jackson

RE/MAX Premier License #471022917

RE/MAX Premier

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,916

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 34x121x33x122

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Schools

  • Garfield Elementary School
  • Forest Park Middle School
  • Proviso East High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,916

Year Built

Built in 1924

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: 1924
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Stove,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Dishwasher
  • MRD_AppliancesAndFeatures: Stove,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Central Air Conditioner,Laundry Hook-Up

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Garfield Elementary School
  • High School: Proviso East High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Forest Park Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 34X121X33X122
  • Zoning: MULTI
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 12915.63
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 2
  • Three Bedroom Number of Units: No
  • Type-Multi: 2 Flat
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/14/2025 11/14/25 Sold $475,000 0.0% --
10/12/2025 10/12/25 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2025 08/20/25 For Sale $475,000 +10.5% --
02/13/2019 02/13/19 Sold $430,000 +2.6% -- View Prior Sale
12/24/2018 12/24/18 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2018 12/04/18 Price Changed $419,000 -6.6% --
11/21/2018 11/21/18 Price Changed $448,500 -6.4% --
11/11/2018 11/11/18 For Sale $479,000 +47.4% --
07/02/2015 07/02/15 Sold $325,000 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
06/22/2015 06/22/15 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2015 06/22/15 For Sale $325,000 -- --
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 $12,916 $43,000 $4,059 $38,941
2024 $12,916 $43,000 $4,059 $38,941
2023 $9,564 $43,000 $4,059 $38,941
2022 $9,564 $26,683 $2,638 $24,045
2021 $9,084 $26,683 $2,638 $24,045
2020 $8,852 $26,683 $2,638 $24,045
2019 $7,937 $25,971 $2,638 $23,333
2018 $7,772 $25,971 $2,638 $23,333
2017 $7,621 $25,971 $2,638 $23,333
2016 $7,714 $24,024 $2,435 $21,589
2015 $9,160 $25,968 $2,435 $23,533
2014 $8,098 $25,968 $2,435 $23,533
2013 -- $30,104 $2,435 $27,669
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12451337

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)