1118 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
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FOR SALE

$515,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,100 sqft

1118 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130

Est. Mortgage $3,692/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1906
$468/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1118 Thomas Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Great opportunity to make this house your home in Forest Park. Newly renovated, open concept, granite countertops, new front/back porch, 2 car garage and more! Near forest park's best amenities, this home offers easy access to the forest park Aquatic center, the Forest park public library, planet fitness, and incredible variety of restaurants, coffee shops, boutique, and shopping along vibrant Madison street. Commuters will appreciate proximity to both the Forest park and Harlem CTA blue line stations, convenient Metra access, and nearby expressways making downtown Chicago easily accessible.
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Erick Ramirez Villagomez, (708) 788-1900
Realty of America, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12750349
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 1118 Thomas Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: New

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Balcony Porch Lanai, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1100 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Yes,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1906Year Renovated: 2026
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15134270070000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $515,000Price Per Sqft: $468
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Forest Park
School Information
Elementary School District: 1Jr High / Middle School District: 1High School District: 1

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12750349

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Exclusions-Call List Office

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12750349

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Around this home

What Locals Say about Forest Park

At least 232 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say there are community events

  • 55 % Say car is needed

  • 55 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Ashley Patterson
    "Pleasant and mostly quiet"
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  • Dan.eden21
    "Easy access to CTA in a few parts of town. It’s a nice place to live and shop, the small businesses deserve your support. And it really is a good hybrid between city and suburb."
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  • Bookerelaine
    "The stores are nice great restaurants i love the businesses and its cllose to transportation i enjoy the quietness and peace"
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  • S
    "St Patrick’s day parade German fest Library activities Aquatic center Forest Park music in the park events "
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  • Nicole W.
    "Born and raised in this lovely town just outside of Chicago. Great schools, beautiful parks and easy access to the Blue Line (and green if you stay on the north side) "
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  • FP Neighbor
    "So many public transportation options. Lots of green space. It would be better if there were more affordable condos in Forest Park"
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  • Ivoryhudson512
    "Lots of people own dogs in the neighborhood. There are dog parks and many activities in the area for dog owners"
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  • Abigail B.
    "There is a dog park not too far away. Oak park is the next town over and the restaurants are very dog friendly"
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  • Renee.neher
    "Park district had a lot of good options. There are places to walk, but also drive. many options for food. "
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  • Tyiesha M.
    "This commute is pretty good to be in an area that is considered a suburb. Easy access to the blue and green lines as well as pace buses that run frequently"
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  • Tasha W.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 6 years & the community is very friendly but also very protective. I love that it is a low crime area & also family oriented. The only problem I have with FP is that there is no FP High-school! "
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  • Kaitlin.oconnell
    "good, there’s a lot of public transportation readily available, as well as easy access to the interstate"
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  • Independentlyalone
    "Very welcoming people and pets. Friendly town to live in stores give treats to pets and some stores allow you to bring them in with you. (for smaller dogs)"
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  • Outtathisworldthing
    "The forest park neighborhood is safe secure and mostly just a pleasant place to live. I have lived out here for 20 plus years and plan on staying longer. If you are not a closed minded person you will live the little big city aswell."
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  • Dejuaii
    "Well for starters, Dog owners will love the fact that there is a dog park and other dog owners in the area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don’t use public transportation but do know that the train station is just 2 blocks away and the ride downtown is less than 30 minutes "
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  • Elizabeth T.
    "This area has great access to 290 and the blue line makes it easy to get into the city. I reverse commute to Downers Grove and it is an easy 30 minute drive. "
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  • Travgramm
    "I’ve lived here for seven years. Best neighborhood I’ve lived in. I had to leave Chicago. I loved Chicago but had to go. I wanted the old town feel but still have big city access, this was the best place. "
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  • ZZ
    "I only have to walk a few blocks to work. It’s not too loud and there are lots of trees. Everything is in walking distance for the most part"
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  • Dwyermolly
    "Very walkable. Madison street is very family friendly with lots of family activities throughout the year. "
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  • Alyson S.
    "There are many families who have had 2 or 3 generations grow up and live in Forest Park such as my husband and his family. There are many community events and everybody knows everybody. Great small town charm!"
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  • helenadair32
    "I've lived in Forest Park for 91/2 years and I totally love it's quite, quant, if you need the police they come quickly, I did for something personal and they are respectable and helpful. Forest Park is tops in my book!!!"
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  • king
    "Great for dogs. There are plenty of areas to walk your dog. Plenty of sidewalks. I love living in forest park. "
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  • Latoya M. G.
    "The neighborhood is very nice, I love the schools in the district. Except for the fact that proviso east is the main high school for the area, for as expensive as it is to live around here they should have a better public high school. "
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  • MK
    "Forest Park puts on a lot of great yearly events such as St. Pats Parade, Music festival and Rob Fest. "
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  • T_deleon
    "Many dogs families in the area, very dog friendly. I would recommend this area to future residents "
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  • Empanadamama
    "Cemeteries. Lots and lots! Other than that, totally a small old classic feel of a village with good access to the city."
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Market trends in Forest Park

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
44

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$506K
Since last month
Decreased$26K (-4.8%)
Since last year
Increased$301K (+146.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$306K (+153.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +136% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$506K
August 2026$532K
July 2026$377K
June 2026$378K
May 2026$385K
April 2026$373K
March 2026$206K
February 2026$206K
January 2026$205K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
7742 Taylor St, Forest Park, IL
0.12
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$175,000
11/20/25
2
1.5
950
1007 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$313,100
02/20/26
3
2
1,418
1036 Lathrop Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$390,000
06/18/26
4
2
1,632
1037 Dunlop Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$405,000
07/01/26
3
1.5
1,376
7741 Taylor St, Forest Park, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$370,000
09/22/25
4
2.5
2,300
1005 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$350,000
08/31/26
4
2
1,400
1105 Dunlop Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$420,000
07/27/26
3
2
1,254
817 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.60
Single-Family Home
$279,000
10/09/25
3
2
1,080

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1005 S Des Plaines Ave #303, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$152,200
1
1
-
Off Market
1005 S Des Plaines Ave #105, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$159,600
1
1
-
Off Market
1013 S Des Plaines Ave #202, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$221,200
2
1.5
-
Off Market
1013 S Des Plaines Ave #205, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$128,800
1
1
550
Off Market
1013 S Des Plaines Ave #601, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$197,500
2
1.5
-
Off Market
1013 S Des Plaines Ave #108, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$221,500
2
1.5
-
Off Market
7740 W Harvard St #2, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.07
$159,600
1
1
-
Off Market
7740 W Harvard St #3, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.07
$163,100
1
1
-
Off Market
1021 S Des Plaines Ave #403, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$155,900
1
1
-
Off Market
1021 S Des Plaines Ave #608, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$218,800
2
1.5
850
Off Market
1037 S Des Plaines Ave #204, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.08
$154,700
1
1
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 15, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12750349
Listed For Sale
$515,000
Aug 31, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12729648
ListingRemoved
$540,000
Aug 12, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12729648
Listed For Sale
$540,000
Oct 27, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12457400
Sold
$200,000
Sep 30, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12457400
Contingent
$209,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Erick Ramirez Villagomez, Realty of America, LLC
Agent Phone: (708) 788-1900
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information

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Frequently asked questions about 1118 Thomas Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1118 Thomas Ave?
    Based on a $515,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1118 Thomas Ave in Forest Park, IL is approximately $3,740 (about $2,811 principal & interest, $854 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Forest Park?
    Residents describe Forest Park, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Forest Park, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 1118 Thomas Ave?
    The closest schools to 1118 Thomas Ave in Forest Park, IL are Forest Park Middle School (rated 7/10), Garfield Elementary School (Pre-K), Proviso East High School.
  • What is 1118 Thomas Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1118 Thomas Ave in Forest Park, IL is $506,200.
  • Does 1118 Thomas Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1118 Thomas Ave in Forest Park, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1118 Thomas Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1118 Thomas Ave in Forest Park, IL has laundry facilities.
1118 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,100 sqft single-family home built in 1906. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Sep 15, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12750349.