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Property Description
Welcome to this stunning 2-story home located in desirable Forest Park! This location is a commuter's dream with easy access to I-290, "L" Train and Bus Stop! This 4 bedroom 2 bath home is an exceptional value in Forest Park, a vibrant, sought-after community, residents delight in convenient access to transit, parks, schools, shopping, dining, Rush University Medical Center and Loyola University Medical Center. Step inside and notice the gleaming hardwood flooring that flows throughout the first floor. This space is light and bright thanks to plenty of windows! The kitchen and dining open floorplan is ideal for hosting parties and provide the perfect space to entertain. Gorgeous kitchen features white shaker cabinets, Quartz countertops, gray subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances with a vent hood. Convenient breakfast bar with seating for 3 is ideal for quick morning meals. Whether you are preparing a gourmet meal or a tasty snack, this kitchen is sure to inspire your culinary creativity! Exterior door in the kitchen leads to the covered back porch, a charming quiet spot to enjoy your morning cup of coffee or unwind in the evening after a long day. There are 4 generous bedrooms, plus an office, 2 full baths and a full basement ready for your ideas! Unique floor plan allows for possible double primary bedrooms on first and second floor with full baths on both levels. The laundry area is located in the basement - washer & dryer stay with the home. The detached, extra tall, 2 car garage provides plenty of room to park your cars or use for extra storage space, finished heated space can easily be added for an office or studio! There is also a gravel space next to the garage to allow for additional parking space. The fully fenced yard is an oasis of green offering privacy and loads of fun! Electric Panel with 200 AMP Service, HVAC, Water Heater, Roof and Windows done in 2017, Sump Pump replaced 3 years ago.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1409 Harlem Ave
General
- Sold For: $380,000
- Taxes: $6,212 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12429773
- Added to Site: 201 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Forest Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: NO PARKING ON HARLEM. HOME IS ON THE WEST SIDE OF HARLEM NOT THE EAST SIDE, TAKE CIRCLE AVE NORTH OR SOUTH TO 14TH, THEN GO EAST. PARKING AVAILABLE ON SIDE STREETS, ENTER FROM HARLEM
School Information
- School District: 91
- Midd School District: 91
- Elementary School: Betsy Ross Elementary School
- Middle School: Forest Park Middle School
- High School: Proviso East High School
- Private School: Proviso East High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Square Feet: 1,727
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1922
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2017
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.109
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 38 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1922
- Tax Amount: $6,212.6
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 15242120230000
Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Redfin Corporation
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Schools
Schools serving 1409 Harlem Ave
School Districts:Forest Park School District 91, Proviso Township High School District 209
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Betsy Ross Elementary School, Forest Park, IL 1315 Marengo Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 | K-2 | 0.2 mi |
Field Stevenson Elementary School 925 Beloit Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 | 3-5 | 0.7 mi |
Garfield Elementary School, Forest Park, IL 543 Hannah Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 | PK-2 | 1.1 mi |
Forest Park Middle School, Forest Park, IL 925 Beloit Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Proviso East High School 807 South 1st Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1409 Harlem Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/12/2025
Sold
$380,000
-2.56%
MLS
9/09/2025
Price Reduced
$390,000
-2.26%
MLS
8/06/2025
Listed
$399,000
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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.
1409 Harlem Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130 (MLS# 12429773) is a Single Family property that was sold at $380,000 on November 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 1409 Harlem Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Forest Park? You can browse all Forest Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

