1547 Forest Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409 - Photo 1

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$240,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,120 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

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

Full Property Details for 1547 Forest Ave

General

Sold For: $240,000
Taxes: $7,564 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12688812
Added to Site: 107 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
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
Driving Directions: N on Wentworth, W on 164th and N on Forest to property.

School Information

School District: 157
Midd School District: 157

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Georgian
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
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

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 30203090150000

Listed by ICandy Realty LLC
Sold by eXp Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 1547 Forest Ave

School Districts:Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215, Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157

Name	Grades	Distance
Hoover Elementary School, Calumet City, IL 1260 Superior Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409	PK-5	1 mi
Schrum Memorial School 485 165th Street, Calumet City, IL 60409	6-8	0.4 mi
Thornton Fractional North High School 755 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409	9-12	1.9 mi

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Price & Sales History for 1547 Forest Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/16/2026

Sold

$240,000

5.31%

MLS

7/21/2026

Price Reduced

$227,900

-2.98%

MLS

6/26/2026

Listed

$234,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1547 Forest Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409 (MLS# 12688812) is a Single Family property that was sold at $240,000 on September 16, 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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