$495,000
SOLD DEC 31, 2025

7538 Harrison St Forest Park, IL 60130

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,276 Sq Ft
1914 Built

Recently Sold

$388 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Mud Room
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 1-minute walk to Park District of Forest Park

About This Home

As of December 2025

Discover modern living in this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with beautiful park views. Recently updated, the home boasts an airy interior with hardwood floors and a seamless flow. The first floor features a convenient mudroom with laundry and a full bath, enhancing everyday functionality. The newly finished (permitted) basement offers versatile space for a home office or gym. Enjoy peace of mind with the 2020-installed double check valve and a new furnace. Step outside to your private oasis with a fully fenced backyard with a 2020 installed paver patio, perfect for relaxation and entertainment. Located within walking distance to downtown Forest Park, you'll have access to a pool/splash pad, pickleball courts, and more. The proximity to the 290, blue line, and park makes commuting and recreation effortless. This delightful residence offers a blend of comfort and convenience in a vibrant community setting. Make it yours today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Downey

Compass License #475141756 Listed on: 11/17/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Humberto Garcia

At Home Realty Partners LLC License #471019879

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,326

Year Built

  • Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 35 x 125

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • American Four Square Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Betsy Ross Elementary School
  • Forest Park Middle School
  • Proviso East High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,326

Year Built

Built in 1914 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: American 4-Sq.
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2018

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
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Betsy Ross Elementary School
  • High School: Proviso East High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Forest Park Middle School
  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 35 x 125
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 16
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 12325.67
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 17, 2025
Closed on
Dec 19, 2025
Sold by
Kachelmeyer Daniel and Kachelmeyer Nina
Bought by
Rutter John Michael and Rutter Audrey Yu
Seller's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Humberto Garcia
At Home Realty Partners LLC
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.8%
Views
285

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.37%
Original Mortgage
$396,000
Outstanding Balance
$394,945
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$95,212

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2020
Closed on
May 15, 2020
Sold by
Degen Elizabeth and Degen Jason
Bought by
Kachelmeyer Daniel and Kachelmeyer Nina
Seller's Agent
Lisa Pasquesi
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Julie Downey
Compass
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$400,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.86%
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2015
Sold by
Boy Sandra E
Bought by
Mccool Elizabeth and Degen Jason

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,625
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2014
Sold by
Boy Sandra
Bought by
Boy Sandra E and The Sandra E Boy Declaration Of Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2000
Sold by
Boy Jr Howard and Boy Sandra
Bought by
Boy Jr Howard and The Howard Boy Jr Trust
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $495,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $400,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Deed $177,500 Prairie Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $396,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $388,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $168,625 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/31/2025 12/31/25 Sold $495,000 -0.8% $388 / Sq Ft
11/29/2025 11/29/25 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2025 11/17/25 For Sale $499,000 +24.8% $391 / Sq Ft
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Sold $400,000 0.0% $265 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/02/2020 04/02/20 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2020 03/30/20 For Sale $400,000 -- $265 / 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 $11,714 $39,000 $3,094 $35,906
2024 $11,714 $39,000 $3,094 $35,906
2023 $7,070 $39,000 $3,094 $35,906
2022 $7,070 $19,728 $2,372 $17,356
2021 $6,716 $19,726 $2,371 $17,355
2020 $5,515 $19,726 $2,371 $17,355
2019 $5,042 $17,750 $2,165 $15,585
2018 $4,936 $17,750 $2,165 $15,585
2017 $4,848 $17,750 $2,165 $15,585
2016 $5,698 $18,398 $1,959 $16,439
2015 $6,490 $18,398 $1,959 $16,439
2014 $4,843 $18,398 $1,959 $16,439
2013 -- $22,931 $1,959 $20,972
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12518530

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-13-400-004-0000

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