Seller's Agent in 2025
April Baker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(224) 715-0428
42 in this area
101 Total Sales
839 Thomas Ave Forest Park, IL 60130
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,002
Sq Ft
3,136
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Wood Flooring
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- 3-minute walk to Park District of Forest Park
About This Home
As of May 2025*Sold before Processing* You're going to Love living here! From the gorgeous wainscoting to the large, updated kitchen to the new 2nd bath, lovely paver patio in the backyard, dual zoned heating and central air conditioning - not to mention the location - this one is THE one! The living / dining room is spacious with high ceilings, hardwood floors and wainscoting. Upstairs is an oasis with a primary bedroom and flex space (office? play room? rec room? you get to pick!). Relax on the new paver patio with your favorite beverage, or head on over to the awesome Forest Park Park District a half block away which features a pool, tennis courts, baseball fields, playground and more! The current owners did all of the things you don't want to - they installed drain tile, sump pump with battery back up and flood control system to keep the basement dry, regraded the landscaping, re-poured the cement walkway, installed a new copper water line, replaced the roof and siding, had insulation blown in upstairs (no more freezing winters and sweltering summers up there!), ADDED a whole new bathroom upstairs, rewired the entire house, installed a new electrical panel, replaced the basement furnace and more! This house is READY for you to move in and enjoy! Check the list for all of the Updates, and take a look at it in person Today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475159541 Listed on: 05/05/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475189237
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,216
Year Built
- Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2016
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,002 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Schools
- Betsy Ross Elementary School
- Forest Park Middle School
- Proviso East High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Lake Michigan Water
- Water Purifier
Additional Features
- Patio
- Lot Dimensions are 25x125
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2025
Closed on
May 5, 2025
Sold by
Reiter Karene and Hedlund Kerstin L
Bought by
Kwiat Larry and Burjan Lauren
Seller's Agent
April Baker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Burjan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.53%
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
$4,541
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.64%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 13, 2016
Closed on
Aug 3, 2016
Sold by
Jb Real Estate Fund Llc
Bought by
Reiter Karene and Hedlund Kerstin L
Seller's Agent
James Bellavia
Compass
Buyer's Agent
April Baker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
4.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.05%
Original Mortgage
$160,593
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 9, 2015
Sold by
Falcon Hardt Erik A
Bought by
Jb Real Estate Fund Llc Series 839
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 1998
Sold by
Bogdan Lily M
Bought by
Falcon Hardt Erika A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,963
Interest Rate
7.2%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $385,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Compan | |
| Warranty Deed | $250,000 | Greater Illinois Title | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $80,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $113,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $160,593 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $115,200 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $113,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $111,963 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Sold | $385,000 | -2.5% | $192 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | For Sale | $395,000 | +58.0% | $197 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2016 08/03/16 | Sold | $250,000 | +4.2% | $224 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2016 06/20/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/13/2016 06/13/16 | For Sale | $239,900 | -- | $215 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,216 | $34,000 | $2,344 | $31,656 |
| 2023 | $7,155 | $34,000 | $2,344 | $31,656 |
| 2022 | $7,155 | $25,208 | $1,797 | $23,411 |
| 2021 | $6,827 | $23,384 | $1,796 | $21,588 |
| 2020 | $6,729 | $23,384 | $1,796 | $21,588 |
| 2019 | $5,597 | $19,326 | $1,640 | $17,686 |
| 2018 | $6,665 | $19,326 | $1,640 | $17,686 |
| 2017 | $6,518 | $19,326 | $1,640 | $17,686 |
| 2016 | $5,019 | $16,502 | $1,484 | $15,018 |
| 2015 | $4,896 | $16,502 | $1,484 | $15,018 |
| 2014 | $4,822 | $16,502 | $1,484 | $15,018 |
| 2013 | $5,563 | $19,829 | $1,484 | $18,345 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
April Baker
-
Lauren Burjan
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lauren Burjan
@ Properties
(312) 203-7680
19 in this area
90 Total Sales
-
James Bellavia
J
Seller's Agent in 2016
James Bellavia
Compass
(847) 641-8414
29 Total Sales
-
Dan Herman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Dan Herman
Core Realty & Investments Inc.
(312) 462-4162
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12357007
APN: 15-13-402-032-0000
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