1126 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
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1126 Thomas Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 700 sqft

$382,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,674/mo*
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$382,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,674/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
700 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1909
Living Area
700 sqft
Price/Sqft
$546
Parking
Garage

About this House

Perfect Opportunity to Own a Home and Receive Rental Income from the Rear Unit. Amazing Kitchen in Front Unit is a Chef's Dream. It Boasts Black Custom Cabinets, Granite Counters and Back-Splash, Garden Window, Stainless Steel Appliances, Recessed Lights, Marble Floors and Stackable Front Load Washer Dryer in Built-In Pantry. Living Room and Dining Room Area Plus Bedroom and Full Bath. Access to Basement Mostly Finished Basement Area within the Unit. Ideal for duplexing to first level or conversion to an in-law situation. Unit 2R Boasts Wood Laminate Floors, Oak Cabinet Kitchen with Appliances, 1 Bedroom and Full Bath. There is also an Unfinished Basement Under unit 2R. Laundry in basement. A lot of storage. All Utilities are Separate and Central Heat Air. 2 Car Garage with Overhead Door on Patio Side Too. Roof and Chimney New in 2016. Both units are currently rented and well maintained. Front unit is $1450(could be higher), Rear unit is $1000. Price to sell. Please Note Home is Being Sold AS-IS.
1126 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 700 sqft single-family home built in 1909. It last sold for $275,000 on Dec 21, 2020. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2020 with an asking price of $950 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 21, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $382,300, with a rent estimate of $2,651/month.

Home Details for 1126 Thomas Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, SolarAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TileExterior: StuccoPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1909
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3484 sqft

Price History for 1126 Thomas Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/21/2020$275,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10905140
10/14/2020$289,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/21/2020$950ListingRemovedN/A
02/09/2020$950Listed For RentN/A
11/10/2016$180,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09370995
10/19/2016$179,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/16/2016$197,500PendingAgent Provided
07/28/2016$197,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/29/2016$222,500PendingAgent Provided
06/21/2016$222,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/03/2016$228,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/18/2016$237,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/06/2016$250,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Forest Park

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$281K
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
46
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$8,756
Assessment$310,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1126 Thomas Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
7240 W 13th St, Forest Park, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$289,000
10/21/25
3
2
960
1130 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$350,000
03/10/26
2
2
984
932 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$415,000
02/18/26
3
1.5
1,008
947 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$400,000
06/10/26
3
2
1,188
1007 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$313,100
02/20/26
3
2
1,418
1115 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$350,000
10/27/25
3
1
882
1125 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$387,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,634
1024 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$302,500
11/07/25
2
2
1,018
817 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$279,000
10/09/25
3
2
1,080
1028 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$230,000
06/16/26
3
1
1,008

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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

  • 74 % 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

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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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    "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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  • Remington F.
    "very good place to live nice restaurants walking distance from most places and transportation and quite "
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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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