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Property Description
Welcome to this completely rehabbed, move-in ready single-family home located in a desirable Palatine neighborhood! This stunning residence offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, thoughtfully redesigned with modern finishes and high-quality craftsmanship throughout. Step inside to an open and inviting layout filled with natural light, featuring brand-new flooring, updated lighting, and a seamless flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is beautifully upgraded with stylish cabinetry, sleek countertops, and stainless steel appliances-perfect for any home chef. Each bathroom has been fully renovated with contemporary design, offering a clean and elegant feel. The generous bedroom sizes provide flexibility for families, guests, or home office needs. The home also features a full finished basement, providing valuable additional living space-ideal for a recreation room, home theater, gym, or guest suite. Enjoy outdoor living with a large private backyard, perfect for gatherings, gardening, or relaxing. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in Palatine-schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 215 S Forest Ave
General
- Price: $474,999
- Taxes: $7,502 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12597213
- Updated: 3/20/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, Quartz Counters
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Palatine
- County: Cook
- Township: Palatine
- Driving Directions: Northwest highway west of 53 to Forest. North to 215.
School Information
- School District: 15
- Elem School District: 15
- Midd School District: 15
- High School District: 211
- High School: Palatine High School
- Private School: Palatine High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,499
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1948
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 182
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1948
- Tax Amount: $7,502.88
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2232150030000
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Schools
Schools serving 215 S Forest Ave
School Districts:Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15, Township High School District 211
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Virginia Lake Elementary School 925 North Glenn Drive, Palatine, IL 60074 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
Winston Campus Jr High School 120 North Babcock Drive, Palatine, IL 60074 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Palatine High School 1111 North Rohlwing Road, Palatine, IL 60074 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 215 S Forest Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/19/2026
Listed
$474,999
69.64%
MLS
1/10/2024
Sold
$280,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 215 S Forest Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$7,115
4%
$30,000
—
2022
$6,829
448%
$30,000
41%
2021
$1,246
9%
$21,292
—
2020
$1,143
1%
$21,292
-10%
2019
$1,133
-8%
$23,711
-11%
2018
$1,230
4%
$26,499
—
2017
$1,185
-33%
$26,499
—
2016
$1,772
-12%
$26,499
19%
2015
$2,017
3%
$22,199
—
2014
$1,951
—
$22,199
—
2013
$1,946
16%
$22,199
-12%
2012
$1,674
—
$25,192
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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215 S Forest Avenue, Palatine, IL 60074 (MLS# 12597213) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 215 S Forest Avenue is currently listed for $474,999 and was received on March 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 215 S Forest Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Palatine? You can browse all Palatine real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

