Pedro Castaneda
Compass
(844) 448-1434
99 Total Sales
4 in Oak Park
$113K - $459K Price Range
626 Forest Ave Oak Park, IL 60302
Oak Park AreaEstimated Value: $749,281
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,272
Sq Ft
$330/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- 2.5 Car Detached Garage
- Laundry Room
- Horace Mann Elementary School Rated A
- Living Room
- Dining Room
About This Home
As of May 2025Step into history with this remarkable 1858 home, once the site of Oak Park's first post office! Nestled in the highly coveted Historical District, this home is an artist's canvas for someone with the creativity to take this well-built, timeless, and charming home into modern luxury. Oak Park offers the best of both worlds just 10 miles from downtown Chicago. Oak Park is a cultural gem, boasting 25 Frank Lloyd Wright buildings (the highest concentration worldwide), connections to Ernest Hemingway, and a vibrant community filled with galleries, boutiques, renowned restaurants, and exciting events. Inside, the home features 9-foot ceilings and a large formal dining room that opens to an inviting living room with views of the open staircase. The spacious eat-in kitchen includes a convenient first-floor powder room, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the second-floor foyer connects to 4 large rooms, offering flexible options for bedrooms, a den, or office space. The backyard is a serene retreat, highlighted by a magnificent magnolia tree and a two-story garage built in the mid-1990s, zoned for expansion if desired. With a roof just 5 years old, this home is ready for its next chapter. Whether you're drawn by its historical significance, its incredible location, or its thoughtful design, this Oak Park treasure is truly one-of-a-kind!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475188392 Listed on: 04/14/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475188392 Listed on: 04/14/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,848
Year Built
- Built in 1858
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x148
Parking
- 2.5 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,272 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Baseboard Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Dealba Louiselle L
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Marty Dunne
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Marty Dunne
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,000
-16.83%
Views
11
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
$334,281
Avg. Annual Appreciation
53.92%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Oak Park, IL
-
Pedro Castaneda
-
Joseph Deardurff
Joseph Deardurff
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(630) 864-6422
75 Total Sales
1 in Oak Park
$250,000 Price
-
Brenda Martinez
Brenda Martinez
RE/MAX LOYALTY
(833) 716-6041
99 Total Sales
2 in Oak Park
$145K - $655K Price Range
-
Michele Parisotto
Michele Parisotto
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(773) 985-7670
22 Total Sales
2 in Oak Park
$450K - $680K Price Range
-
Isamar Gomez
Isamar Gomez
Smart Home Realty
(888) 366-3032
60 Total Sales
1 in Oak Park
$261,000 Price
-
Edgar R. Guerrero
Edgar R. Guerrero
REMAX Legends
(855) 951-5250
129 Total Sales
1 in Oak Park
$235,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $415,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | Sold | $415,000 | -16.8% | $183 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | For Sale | $499,000 | -- | $220 / 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 | $15,659 | $54,000 | $9,685 | $44,315 |
| 2024 | $15,659 | $54,000 | $9,685 | $44,315 |
| 2023 | $15,387 | $54,000 | $9,685 | $44,315 |
| 2022 | $15,387 | $46,229 | $8,381 | $37,848 |
| 2021 | $11,243 | $46,228 | $8,381 | $37,847 |
| 2020 | $10,217 | $46,228 | $8,381 | $37,847 |
| 2019 | $17,474 | $51,719 | $7,636 | $44,083 |
| 2018 | $11,445 | $51,719 | $7,636 | $44,083 |
| 2017 | $10,998 | $51,719 | $7,636 | $44,083 |
| 2016 | $13,815 | $38,604 | $6,332 | $32,272 |
| 2015 | $15,881 | $44,039 | $6,332 | $37,707 |
| 2014 | $14,758 | $44,039 | $6,332 | $37,707 |
| 2013 | $11,866 | $40,969 | $6,332 | $34,637 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Marty Dunne
Seller's Agent in 2025
Marty Dunne
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 275-8270
205 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12338258
APN: 16-06-320-007-0000
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