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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,683 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 22 hours ago

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Experience the perfect blend of timeless character and modern luxury in this totally rebuilt and expanded 1911 farmhouse, ideally located in the heart of Downtown Downers Grove with easy walk to the train, restaurants, library & more. This captivating home offers a bright, open floor plan featuring a gas fireplace and hickory floors, travertine countertops, an eat-in breakfast bar and black stainless steel appliances, opening into the dining and living spaces. Upstairs, the primary suite features a beamed ceiling and luxury bath with marble tiles, walk-in closet and patio doors opening to an upper deck, two additional bedrooms, one with attic playroom, hall bath and the laundry room. Step outside to a covered brick patio with hot tub. A new 2-car garage will be ready by closing.

Full Property Details for 4712 Forest Ave

General

  • Price: $849,000
  • Taxes: $8,587 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12670818
  • Updated: 6/15/2026
  • Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago

Rental Information

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

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Hot Tub, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Historical District

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Downers Grove
  • County: DuPage
  • Township: Downers Grove
  • Subdivision: Prince Pond
  • Driving Directions: Main Street to Prairie, West to Forest, North to Home

School Information

  • School District: 58
  • Elem School District: 58
  • Midd School District: 58
  • High School District: 99
  • Elementary School: Pierce Downer Elementary School
  • Middle School: Herrick Middle School
  • High School: North High School
  • Private School: North High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Small Duct High Velocity
  • Heating Type: Steam, Radiant, Radiant Floor

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Farmhouse
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Construction: Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Const.: Fiber Cement
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Storage Space, Daylight, Partial
  • Windows: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Doors: French Doors, Panel Door(s)
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Square Feet: 1,683
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2021

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 132

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1911
  • Tax Amount: $8,587
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 908101015

Listed by Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

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Schools serving 4712 Forest Ave

School Districts:Downers Grove Grade School District 58, Community High School District 99
NameGradesDistance
Pierce Downer Elementary School
1436 Grant Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
K-60.5 mi
Herrick Middle School
4335 Middaugh Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
7-80.5 mi
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School
4436 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
9-120.3 mi
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Price
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6/09/2026
Listed
$849,000
205.4%
MLS
6/25/2020
Sold
$278,000
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Tax History for 4712 Forest Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,587
6%
$175,778
22%
2022
$8,129
7%
$144,120
1%
2021
$7,608
2%
$142,480
2%
2020
$7,466
3%
$139,650
4%
2019
$7,228
6%
$133,990
7%
2018
$6,794
9%
$124,880
10%
2017
$6,216
2%
$113,900
5%
2016
$6,091
1%
$108,700
6%
2015
$6,021
8%
$102,270
10%
2014
$5,590
2%
$92,720
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2013
$5,476
6%
$92,280
-2%
2012
$5,171
—
$94,050
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4712 Forest Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 (MLS# 12670818) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 4712 Forest Avenue is currently listed for $849,000 and was received on June 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 4712 Forest Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Downers Grove? You can browse all Downers Grove real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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