242 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
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OFF MARKET

$135,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 798 sqft

242 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466

Est. Refi. Payment $1,037/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 19, 2015 for $16,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$136K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1.3%)
Since last year
Increased$18K (+15.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$120K (+727.9%)
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 +392% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$137K
August 2026$138K
July 2026$138K
June 2026$140K
May 2026$134K
April 2026$135K
March 2026$128K
February 2026$124K
January 2026$123K
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2024
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2022
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2020
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2018
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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
235 Arrowhead St, Park Forest, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$50,000
06/25/26
3
1
798
270 Arrowhead St #H, Park Forest, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$79,000
02/26/26
4
2
1,197
235 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$81,000
10/29/25
4
1
1,199
245 Allegheny St, Park Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$162,000
12/05/25
5
2
1,735
245 Allegheny St, Calumet City, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$162,000
12/16/25
5
2
1,735
228 Arrowhead St, Park Forest, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/29/26
4
1
1,124
243 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$179,000
05/15/26
4
1
1,250
226 Arrowhead St, Park Forest, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$255,500
04/23/26
3
1
798
263 Allegheny St, Park Forest, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$155,000
12/01/25
4
1
1,200
223 Arrowhead St, Park Forest, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$160,000
10/27/25
4
1
1,250

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
243 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.03
$179,000
4
1
1,250
Recently Sold
235 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.05
$172,300
4
1
1,199
Off Market
240 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.01
$158,200
4
1.5
1,199
Off Market
230 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.06
$175,000
4
1
1,496
Recently Sold
225 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.09
$166,000
4
1
1,100
Off Market
222 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.09
$123,700
4
1
1,200
Off Market
223 Arrowhead St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.09
$168,400
4
1
1,250
Off Market
228 Arrowhead St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.07
$170,000
4
1
1,124
Recently Sold
221 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.11
$123,100
4
1
968
Off Market
220 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.10
$178,400
4
1
950
Off Market
226 Arrowhead St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.08
$255,500
3
1
798
Recently Sold
264 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466
0.11
$149,000
4
1
1,060
For Sale

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
798 sqft
$170/sqft
Garage

About this House

Subject property is a 4 bedroom 2 bathroom 1.5 story Cape Cod. There is a fireplace at the property. There is also a detached 2 car garage. This property could be a great investment opportunity or a good first home with the right repairs and work done. Don't miss your chance to view this one that is priced to sell!
242 Arcadia St, Park Forest, IL 60466 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 798 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $16,500 on May 19, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $135,900, with a rent estimate of $2,480/month.

Home Details for 242 Arcadia St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Laminate
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6700 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 19, 2015
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08864346
Sold
$16,500
Apr 10, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$16,000
Mar 18, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$16,000
Oct 19, 2004
Source: N/A
Sold
$65,000
Jun 3, 1996
Source: N/A
Sold
$46,500

Market trends in Park Forest

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$155K
$3.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$125
$1MoM
Available listings
140
5MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Park Forest

At least 250 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Nora Jones
    "They maintain the roads and sidewalks gold but the people around are very inconsiderate of their neighbors. Just yesterday it was a nice day outside and a group of older kids was sitting on my porch smoking weed and left their donut box on my porch and wrote with my sons chalk that we left out there. I believe it was the same kids who, last year almost burst my door in playing ding dong ditch. And they did it to my neighbors too. 3/10 would not recommend. It sticks too , bc the places are nice but it’s the inconsideration that really tanks this area. "
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  • Harold Watt
    "There are many families, great parks, great public pool. The area is well maintained, friendly people. "
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  • Simplynolahs
    "Great neighborhood but terrible schools. There are No activities for the kids in the community there’s only activities for the seniors residents. "
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  • Dmb9431
    "It is okay. I am just 25 minutes to and from Chicago and nearby suburbs. There is public transportation available. One can walk to the Metra train or Pace bus stop. "
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  • Davante donaldson
    "It’s a lot of nice trails you can walk your dog as long as you keep them on a leash and try to keep a bag on deck for dog poop"
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  • Lashawn Greer
    "Nothing, it’s a dog friendly environment. And I can’t see any issues with dog owners and their dogs. I am not a dog owner but I do like the neighborhood "
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  • Danni K.
    "Everyone I’ve come across in the 10 years I’ve been here has been friendly and helpful. The parks and trails are beautiful. "
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  • Lashawn Greer
    "Park Forest is a great place to live. They fixed the streets and curbs throughout and it’s seems to be a nice school district as well!"
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  • Corey L.
    "Dog owners would like that the sidewalks are always clean. The neighborhoods are friendly and animals enjoy walks with their owners. "
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  • Trulia User
    "yes the area has Pace and metra train services. plus I have my own car.We're close to major highways and express ways on both the east and west sides."
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  • Charles O.
    "You have to pay Park Forest when you sell your home , the crook county tax rate is outrageous and theres very little crime here ! "
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  • Jasmine T.
    "Very steady commute, I would personally say, no long lights half the time no traffic. Hopefully you take a trip and visit."
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  • Shynel M.
    "They’re getting rid of the high school in the area taxes are high there’s minimal things for young kids and young adults, no restaurants and price of living is extremely high "
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  • Courtney H.
    "Park Forest is a great community except the water system sucks and the crime rate is rising. Tremendous school system and the community is very supportive."
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  • Aniyah
    "There’s no events that make my neighborhood special just that we have a boring neighborhood and that’s that"
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  • Bridgettewillians120
    "Well I really enjoy the fire engine Parade every year I enjoy the festivals that Park Forest has I enjoy the farmers market and when the carnivals come to Park Forest my children and I enjoy them"
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  • Samantha.e.patrizi
    "The high schools around here are not very good. Try getting your kid to go to Homewood Flossmoor Highschool, Lincolnway, or Crete Monee because the rich township doesn’t challenge students enough."
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  • Aniyah
    "There dogs can roam or walk Wherever they want and there’s also a dog park so they have a place to meet other dogs and do there business"
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  • Nena_7403
    "quiter safe and good for families. all service in comunity are close, Walmart maijer, safe a lot, gas station, different gym, public park, librery"
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  • Unspecified
    "Downtown park forest has special themes Wednesday nights my husband and I attend often. We also enjoy the fireworks "
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  • Tasha_lloyd_163
    "I’ve lived here for 10 years and hasn’t had any problems with the neighborhood. I would highly recommend anybody to own or rent an house or townhouse out here "
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  • Genesis082000
    "Pretty easygoing no troubles talk great restaurants nice scenery ..............................................................."
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  • Meshaun C.
    "They can walk freely within neighborhoods without issues.....................as long as they clean up behind them"
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  • Trulia User
    "I would like for dog owners to not allow their animals to use my front yard as their own waste area. I would like for them to pick up after their animals. "
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  • Earlesiamoore
    "In the summer we have lock bands perform in our downtown park for free every Wednesday and we have farmers market on Saturday."
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  • Breshenda
    "trains and buses and uber Lyft I have a suv people rides bikes kids too. walking and running to places"
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  • Ladyqv
    "Very bad area no new business a lot of bad kids running around that break in to houses people steal package if left out neighbors are very rude."
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  • Charmaine B.
    "I have lived here for 1 year and my teenage son walks to the high school and nearby stores, my little ones enjoy playing in the yard. Nice, friendly and safe community!! "
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  • Mqsimmons
    "There are dogs in the area so I’m not so friendly, but some that are on the leash and very obedient to their owners"
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  • Deizallison62
    "there are alot of things to do and activities for the kids people are freindly and stay to there self and always keep up there homes"
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  • Donaldsonj061
    " It's dog friendly and there is no dogs running loose without having to worry about getting attacked. The only thing that is a disadvantage is that there is high traffic volume which makes some dogs uneasy. "
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  • Jay Dog
    "Myself and is very diverse also a nice place to raise your kids go shopping at the mall lots of parks"
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  • Patriciad416
    "My neighborhood is quiet and its easy to get to business areas by bus or car. My commute was easy when I was working...it took me about 30 minutes to get to work. "
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  • Telishiaridley
    "Nice events. lots of things for the children to do. Nice and quiet here. My kids love their schools."
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  • Sole3sistah
    "I've lived here for three years. It's relatively quiet. Some folk put more care into their homes than others. Property taxes are ridiculously high in comparison to the home values and other nearby towns."
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  • Rhondahayslett
    "people are like family. Stores are in walking distance. public transportation is in walking distance. you can sit outside for hours with or without someone to talk to."
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  • Deizallison62
    "I live here it's ok just alot of kids every were but for the most part I like my home it's quiet and peaceful but it's alot of recons out here"
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  • Linda D.
    "Nice friendly people. Family oriented. It’s a pet friendly neighborhood with nearby parks. Downside is there are frequent trains. Most are short waiting time."
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Frequently asked questions about 242 Arcadia St

  • What is 242 Arcadia St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 242 Arcadia St in Park Forest, IL is $135,900.
  • What is the price history for 242 Arcadia St?
    242 Arcadia St in Park Forest, IL last sold for $16,500 in May 2015.
  • Is Park Forest a buyer's or seller's market?
    Park Forest is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Park Forest?
    The median sale price in Park Forest is $155K. That is up $3.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 242 Arcadia St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 242 Arcadia St in Park Forest, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 242 Arcadia St?
    The lot at 242 Arcadia St in Park Forest, IL is about 0.15 acres (6,700 sq ft).

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