537 Ferdinand Avenue
Forest Park, IL 60130
4
Bed
2
Bath
2,160Sqft
Not every home has a personality. This one has soul. This one-of-a-kind farmhouse sits on a rare oversized lot just 1.5 blocks from Forest Park's vibrant Madison Street, offering the perfect blend of timeless charm, modern updates, and an unbeatable location. Inside, you'll find the character you can't recreate-soaring ceilings, beautiful original woodwork, rich hardwood floors, and inviting spaces that instantly feel like home. The formal dining room with its beamed ceiling is made for memorable dinners, while the updated kitchen, renovated bathrooms, and practical mudroom make everyday living easy. Upstairs, the oversized bathroom features a dual vanity and the convenience of second-floor laundry. Outside, the expansive, fully fenced yard offers room to entertain, garden, play, or
Property Details
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- 07/12 1 AM-3 PM
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Other RoomBathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2Room Information
Rooms Total: 7Interior Features
Solar Tube(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Granite Counters Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal Laundry Features: Upper LevelRoofing Information
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Flooring Information
Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Frame -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan, Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 1893
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 50 X 125 Lot Size: Less Than .25 AcreProperty Information
Property Type: Residential Style: Farmhouse Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price:$499000
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Tax Information
Annual Tax: $12532.26 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 15132080220000 Tax Exemption: None
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Parking Information
Total Parking: 2 Off Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: YesGarage Information
Garage Space: 2Homeowners Association Information
Included Fees: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Garfield Elementary School Junior High School: Forest Park Middle School Senior High School: Proviso East High School -
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public -
Location Information
City: Forest Park Direction: Two blocks south of Madison-one block east of DesPlaines
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 934 Circle Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $375,000 | 4 | 1 | 1,539 | 1,539 SqFt |
| 1044 Ferdinand Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $318,000 | 2 | 2 | 968 | 968 SqFt |
| 827 Lathrop Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $579,000 | 5 | 3 | -- | |
| 7243 Madison Street #204, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $279,000 | 1 | 1 | -- | |
| 1105 Dunlop Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $419,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,254 | 1,254 SqFt |
| 1101 Beloit Avenue, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $435,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,659 | 1,659 SqFt |
| 7757 Van Buren Street #.., Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $349,900 | 2 | 2 | 1,289 | 1,289 SqFt |
| 600 Elgin Avenue #3B, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $159,900 | 2 | 1 | 1,000 | 1,000 SqFt |
| 7525 Adams Street #1W, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $224,900 | 2 | 2 | 700 | 700 SqFt |
| 600 Elgin Avenue #3B, Forest Park, IL, 60130 | $164,900 | 2 | 1 | 1,000 | 1,000 SqFt |
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