21 Forest Ave, Naperville, IL 60540
SOLD
JAN 12, 2026

21 Forest Ave
Naperville, IL 60540

  • 5 Beds
  • 7.5 Baths
  • 7,375 sqft (on 0.40 acres)

$3,869,000

Last Sold: Jan 12, 2026
14% over list $3.4M
$525/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $26,004/mo*
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$3,869,000

Last Sold: Jan 12, 2026
14% over list $3.4M
$525/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $26,004/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
7.5 Baths
7,375 sqft
(on 0.40 acres)

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
2007
Lot Size
0.4 acres
Living Area
7,375 sqft
Price/Sqft
$525/sqft
Parking
3 Car Garage
HOA
None

Description

21 Forest Ave, Naperville, IL 60540 is a 5 bedroom, 8 bathroom, 7,375 sqft single-family home built in 2007. It last sold for $3,869,000 on Jan 12, 2026 (14% above the $3,399,999 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $3,988,400, with a rent estimate of $3,467/month.

Home Details for 21 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,FullNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bar Entertainment, Dining Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Family Room Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Media Room, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Rm, Sitting Room, Theatre RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms (full): 7Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 7375 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main Level,Upper Level,Multiple LocationsMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Radiant FloorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 5Fireplace: Double Sided, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Hearth RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlatePatio / Porch: Patio, PorchFencing: FencedExterior: Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, LightingFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2007
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, StoneNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0713308017

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,399,999Price Per Sqft: $525/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 26 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Naperville
School Information
Elementary School: Naper Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 203Jr High / Middle School: Washington Junior High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 203High School: Naperville North High SchoolHigh School District: 203

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 11263 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12497564

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: NoHide Public Remarks
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Bridget Salela, (630) 220-0857
Coldwell Banker Realty
Walter Burrell, (630) 514-2237
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Stephanie Weiss, Artizen Realty LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12497564

Price History for 21 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
01/12/2026$3,869,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12497564
11/26/2025$3,399,999ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12497564
10/16/2025$3,399,999Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12497564
10/16/2025$3,499,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12474323
09/17/2025$3,499,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12474323
09/17/2025$3,499,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444724
08/13/2025$3,499,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444724
08/13/2025$3,699,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12386519
06/06/2025$3,699,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12386519
06/06/2025$3,799,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12357465
04/10/2025$3,799,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12334727
04/10/2025$3,999,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12319612
03/24/2025$3,999,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12319612
03/24/2025$3,999,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12208373
02/10/2025$3,999,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12208373
09/10/2024$3,999,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12056939
09/04/2024$3,999,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12056939

Market trends in Naperville

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$575K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$260
$6MoM
Available listings
484
34MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$50,791
Assessment$836,178
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Naperville

At least 1032 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say it's quiet

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there are community events

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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