16042 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
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SOLD
JAN 7, 2026

$288,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,404 sqft

16042 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452

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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 7, 2026 for $280,000 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$289K
Since last month
Decreased$300 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$14K (+4.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$9K (+3.3%)
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 +91% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$289K
August 2026$289K
July 2026$289K
June 2026$287K
May 2026$288K
April 2026$286K
March 2026$283K
February 2026$281K
January 2026$281K
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
16100 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$285,000
10/17/25
3
2
1,430
16104 Oak Ave, Oak Forest, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$237,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,053
15842 Lavergne Ave, Oak Forest, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$335,000
06/24/26
3
2
997
4932 158th St, Oak Forest, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$222,000
03/05/26
3
2
1,175
16016 Latrobe Ave, Oak Forest, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$215,000
03/09/26
3
1.5
1,008
5137 160th St, Oak Forest, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$230,000
11/06/25
4
2
1,062
16380 Terry Ln, Oak Forest, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$265,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,285
4850 162nd St, Oak Forest, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$175,000
02/27/26
3
2
1,502
5042 157th St, Oak Forest, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$349,750
08/11/26
3
2
1,380

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
16026 S Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.04
$197,300
3
1
-
Off Market
16131 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.03
$231,500
3
2
1,665
Off Market
16102 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.04
$280,100
3
1.5
1,008
Off Market
16021 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.07
$329,100
3
2
1,060
Off Market
16104 Oak Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.08
$237,000
3
2
1,053
Recently Sold
16125 S Grove Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.07
$276,000
3
2
1,513
Off Market
16125 Grove Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.07
$303,300
3
2
1,513
Off Market
16009 S Oak Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.12
$318,100
3
2
1,126
Off Market
16128 Oak Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.11
$306,100
3
2
1,004
Off Market
16044 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.13
$242,300
2
1
946
Off Market
16100 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
0.13
$297,200
3
2
1,430
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 16042 Forest Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School4 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1980
1,404 sqft
$199/sqft
Garage

About this House

16042 Forest Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,404 sqft single-family home built in 1980. It last sold for $280,000 on Jan 7, 2026 (2% below the $285,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2018 with an asking price of $1,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 7, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $288,800, with a rent estimate of $2,655/month.
Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago
Listed by Alexis Bouley, (708) 262-4080
Healy Real Estate
Richard Leonard, (708) 204-5879
Healy Real Estate
Bought with: Lisa Neill, (773) 580-3063, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12520108

Home Details for 16042 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1404 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Sliding Glass Door(s)
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Asphalt,Yes,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1980Year Renovated: 2025
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 28212090220000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $285,000Price Per Sqft: $199/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Dec 06 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Oak Forest
School Information
Elementary School District: 145Jr High / Middle School District: 145High School District: 228

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6700 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12520108

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: NoSource Internet Address DisplayHide Public Remarks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 7, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12520108
Sold
$280,000
Dec 8, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12520108
Contingent
$285,000
Nov 29, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12520108
PriceChange
$285,000
Price decreased by 2%
Nov 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12520108
Listed For Sale
$289,900
Jul 25, 2025
Source: N/A
Sold
$162,500

Market trends in Oak Forest

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$317K
$11.25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$204
$10MoM
Available listings
66
2MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Oak Forest

At least 223 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "They need to do better picking up after their dogs!!!"
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    "Last year we had a block party that was so much fun not only for the kids but also for the adults. The senior citizens all came out for it was great."
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    "It’s okay to live her but no good grocery stores near by so u gotta take a drive to Tinley park to go to any supermarket. "
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  • Ajay Parekh
    "I leave here from 10 years and I love this area and Nebhior hood is very nice and safe and kids also enjoy and all shopping near to me "
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  • Heather Tobin
    "We have neighborhood haunted houses that are great. The Saint Patrick’s day parade, marathons, as well as fireworks."
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  • hmmac
    "Fairly quiet. Feels safe enough to go on outings with others. Many religious/church groups available. "
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  • Josh M.
    "Great place to live!! The neighborhood is great with great people all around. Everyone is welcoming "
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  • Jwzarhall
    "lived here 38 years the forest preserves and the peace and quiet the local merchants and community programs and services . oak forest is a great diverse community where neighbors can be neighborly "
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  • Randy
    "Local PTA events and holiday events are a few that come to mind. 4th of July fireworks and picnics. "
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  • Alfred S.
    "Lots of elementary schools and high schools to choose from the area. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. Local bars are pretty fun and not too rowdy "
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  • Josh M.
    "Oak Forest is close to the highway so I use the highway to get to work. I take the highway straight to work. Very easy commute "
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  • Josh M.
    "My commute is about 45 minutes away. It’s really nice because I can jump on the highway which is 5 minutes away from my house. Oak Forest is a great spot right off the highway!"
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  • Josh M.
    "Definitely a dog friendly neighborhood! Always dogs walking around. My dog and many other dogs are friends and play frequently "
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  • Josh M.
    "This is a pet friendly neighborhood! There’s dogs everywhere and you can walk them anywhere. Everyone picks up after their dogs and most of the dogs are friends. Some even take walks together with their owners"
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  • D.spearman330
    "I see public transportation but I'm not familiar with it. there is a local train station and few bus stops. uber's are always in the address area. "
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  • Ryousef07
    "I don’t live in this area. I’m just visiting a friend. I never lived in this area, and don’t plan on it either. "
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  • Catherine D.
    "Stay away from the Fieldcrest neighborhood. It’s not a good place for children. The park district is phenomenal. Great programs offered. "
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  • Catherine D.
    "The Park District has good programs for kids. The library holds small events for children. There is an Independence Day fest that lasts a few days. "
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  • Patricia L. G.
    "Nothing it’s a great place for dogs everyone is friendly and it’s not too busy especially if you have little dogs people that live here are old "
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  • Minm007
    "Easy flowing. Very little traffic. I wish the speed limit was higher on central, and it would be nice if the roads were paved properly."
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  • Msalexis1228
    "It’s quiet and very friendly I love the area and atmosphere of the area. I’m closer to my job, my hair salon, and other places."
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  • Tonythexcoach
    "Great Little, but growing, Friendly Neighborhood. Food and Shopping walking distance away. Great town and would reccomend to anyone who likes being close enough to the big city without living in it. "
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  • Mznikkiajwalker
    "Having access to various stores, close to my job, I feel really safe, easy access to expressways and gas stations "
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  • Kpower5890
    "I work 10 minutes from my job. There are several expressways within minutes to our neighborhood. We have 2 train depots that are easy to get to and within 30 minutes to downtown Chicago "
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  • Origterri1967
    "There are a lot of dogs in the neighborhood. People walk their dogs all the time. There is also a dog park within 2 miles"
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  • Gatebaldi1976
    "lived here for 3 years and love it. good neighborhood, good schools, good location and services. it is a great place to live and raise your kids"
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  • Stamberlin
    "I grew up here & have always loved the community. The walking trails are great! Shopping & entertainment are close. "
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  • Alyssa H.
    "I've lived in and around this area my entire life. never been robbed (though neighbors have), never threatened in any way except maybe the raccoons. great schools. only gripe is inconsistent sidewalks. some blocks have them but most don't. "
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  • Melissa R.
    "Everything is close together and in the same area. Stores are conveniently located. Not much street parking in my area. "
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  • Henry M.
    "friendly people, stores close and quiet just the way I like it. Three years later and I still like it says a lot about the city "
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Frequently asked questions about 16042 Forest Ave

  • What is 16042 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 16042 Forest Ave in Oak Forest, IL is $288,800.
  • What is the price history for 16042 Forest Ave?
    16042 Forest Ave in Oak Forest, IL last sold for $280,000 in January 2026.
  • Is Oak Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    Oak Forest is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Oak Forest?
    The median sale price in Oak Forest is $317K. That is up $11.25K from the prior month.
  • Does 16042 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 16042 Forest Ave in Oak Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 16042 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 16042 Forest Ave in Oak Forest, IL has laundry facilities.

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