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$234,900

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,120 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 6 days ago

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Incredibly renovated Brick Georgian blending classic curb appeal with modern finishes. This move-in ready home features two spacious bedrooms on the second level plus a third bedroom in the finished basement. The bright, updated kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, while an interior fireplace adds warmth and charm to the living area. Outside, enjoy a private fenced yard and a detached two-car garage. A perfect mix of timeless style and contemporary comfort - schedule your showing today.

Full Property Details for 1547 Forest Ave

General

  • Price: $234,900
  • Taxes: $7,564 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12688812
  • Updated: 7/2/2026
  • Added to Site: 13 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Finished, F
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Electric
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Commuter Bus

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Calumet City
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Thornton
  • Driving Directions: N on Wentworth, W on 164th and N on Forest to property.

School Information

  • School District: 157
  • Elem School District: 157
  • Midd School District: 157
  • High School District: 157

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Georgian
  • Architectural Style: Georgian
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 1,120
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2025

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 40 x 125
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1949
  • Tax Amount: $7,564.22
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 30203090150000

Listed by ICandy Realty LLC

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Schools serving 1547 Forest Ave

School Districts:Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215, Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157
NameGradesDistance
Hoover Elementary School, Calumet City, IL
1260 Superior Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409
PK-51 mi
Schrum Memorial School
485 165th Street, Calumet City, IL 60409
6-80.4 mi
Thornton Fractional North High School
755 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409
9-121.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1547 Forest Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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6/26/2026
Listed
$234,900
261.38%
MLS
9/29/2022
Sold
$65,000
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Tax History for 1547 Forest Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,421
—
$9,764
—
2023
$6,421
-3%
$9,763
26%
2022
$6,600
2%
$7,740
—
2021
$6,476
18%
$7,740
—
2020
$5,470
-27%
$7,740
-24%
2019
$7,540
-1%
$10,141
—
2018
$7,587
5%
$10,141
—
2017
$7,205
20%
$10,141
14%
2016
$5,988
2%
$8,886
—
2015
$5,899
4%
$8,886
—
2014
$5,674
-2%
$8,886
-10%
2013
$5,807
8%
$9,831
—
2012
$5,382
—
$9,831
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1547 Forest Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409 (MLS# 12688812) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1547 Forest Avenue is currently listed for $234,900 and was received on June 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 1547 Forest Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Calumet City? You can browse all Calumet City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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