Carlyn Jackson
Responds Quickly
Real People Realty
(708) 840-8905
37 Total Sales
1 in Oak Forest
$399,000 Price
6257 157th Place Oak Forest, IL 60452
Oak Forest AreaEstimated Value: $391,645
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,293
Sq Ft
$303/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Mature Trees
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Oak Forest High School Rated A-
- Granite Countertops
- 5-minute walk to James Jesk Park
About This Home
As of May 2026Beautifully maintained split-level home in a prime location close to shopping and restaurants! This inviting home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, along with an oversized 2-car garage. The sun-filled formal living and dining rooms feature neutral decor and large windows. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with dual closets and a private full bath. The lower level features a generous family room with a cozy brick fireplace, plus a bedroom with an adjacent full bath-perfect for guests or related living. There is also a large utility/laundry room. A sub-basement provides abundant storage and flexible living space. The kitchen offers off-white cabinetry, granite countertops, a charming bay window, and access to the patio. Enjoy the beautiful backyard with mature trees and plenty of room to relax or play. This is a home you will want to see!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475123695 Listed on: 04/21/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,636
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 8,494 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 17x35x127x42x32x138
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Split Level with Sub
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,293 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Sink Near Laundry
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Walter F Fierke Ed Center Elementary School
- Central Middle School
- Oak Forest High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2026
Closed on
May 14, 2026
Sold by
Land Trust Company and Trust Number 2009
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Holly Pickens
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Tyler Burlison
eXp Realty
List Price
$389,900
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.31%
Views
31
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
-$3,355
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.63%
Original Mortgage
$237,000
Outstanding Balance
$236,322
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$155,323
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 2009
Sold by
Napoleon Richard C and Napoleon Darlene C
Bought by
Palos Bank & Trust Company and Trust #1-8049
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $395,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Palos Bank & Trust Company | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $237,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2026 05/22/26 | Sold | $395,000 | +1.3% | $305 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2026 04/23/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2026 04/21/26 | For Sale | $389,900 | -- | $302 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 | $7,636 | $27,299 | $4,890 | $22,409 |
| 2024 | $7,636 | $27,299 | $4,890 | $22,409 |
| 2023 | $7,773 | $27,299 | $4,890 | $22,409 |
| 2022 | $7,773 | $23,179 | $4,252 | $18,927 |
| 2021 | $7,743 | $23,179 | $4,252 | $18,927 |
| 2020 | $7,813 | $23,179 | $4,252 | $18,927 |
| 2019 | $5,453 | $18,152 | $3,826 | $14,326 |
| 2018 | $5,880 | $19,339 | $3,826 | $15,513 |
| 2017 | $5,908 | $19,339 | $3,826 | $15,513 |
| 2016 | $5,852 | $17,029 | $3,401 | $13,628 |
| 2015 | $5,610 | $17,029 | $3,401 | $13,628 |
| 2014 | $6,466 | $19,214 | $3,401 | $15,813 |
| 2013 | $5,926 | $19,564 | $3,401 | $16,163 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Holly Pickens
Seller's Agent in 2026
Holly Pickens
Baird Warner
(630) 253-3428
156 Total Sales
-
Margaret Placko
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Margaret Placko
Baird Warner
(630) 542-6682
75 Total Sales
-
Tyler Burlison
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Tyler Burlison
eXp Realty
(708) 821-5851
145 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12621394
APN: 28-17-317-006-0000
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