428 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
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SOLD
MAR 6, 2026

428 Elgin Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths

$405,000

Last Sold: Mar 6, 2026
1% below list $410K
Est. Refi. Payment $2,840/mo*
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$405,000

Last Sold: Mar 6, 2026
1% below list $410K
Est. Refi. Payment $2,840/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2.5 Baths

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1955
Parking
4 Car Garage

About this House

Want to live or have an investment property in the heart of Forest Park? Then this unique 2 unit property is just what you've been looking for! This well-maintained property features a 3 bedroom single family home with an attached 1 car garage AND a separate 1 bedroom coach house/auxiliary apartment dwelling above the 3 car garage. The main home offers comfort and functionality throughout. The inviting living room showcases gleaming hardwood floors and a beautiful stone fireplace. Enjoy cooking in the updated kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. This unit was updated in 2018 and the HVAC SYSTEM was updated in 2024. Additional highlights include an attached garage, a full unfinished basement for extra storage or future living space, and a large yard ideal for outdoor entertaining or gardening. The coach house was updated in 2013 or so and is really a great 1BD apartment above a 3 car garage. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, and transportation, this is a must-see Forest Park gem!
428 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom multi-family built in 1955. It last sold for $405,000 on Mar 6, 2026 (1% below the $409,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2023 with an asking price of $2,350 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 25, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $413,200, with a rent estimate of $1,721/month.

Home Details for 428 Elgin Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 10
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955Year Renovated: 2018
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15132070220000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $409,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Sep 25 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Forest Park
School Information
Elementary School: Garfield Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 91Jr High / Middle School: Forest Park Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 91High School: Proviso East High SchoolHigh School District: 209

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Your Home Group

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12369525Activation Date: Thu Sep 11 2025

Additional Information

MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Sabrina Conti Erangey, (630) 946-9329
Baird & Warner
Bought with: Amy Ruminski, (630) 550-3304, Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12369525

Price History for 428 Elgin Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/06/2026$405,000Sold
N/A
11/21/2025$405,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369525
09/26/2025$409,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369525
09/11/2025$409,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12369525
09/25/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/10/2023$2,350Listed For RentZillow Rentals
04/26/2018$2,200ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/02/2018$2,200Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/11/2017$306,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09790282
11/04/2017$325,000PendingAgent Provided
09/17/2017$325,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/14/2014$1,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/10/2014$1,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
10/26/2000$75,000Sold
N/A

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
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$20,543
Assessment$650,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 428 Elgin Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
427 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$560,000
07/09/26
5
2
-
616 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.27
Multi-Family Home
$499,000
09/30/25
4
2
-
617 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.23
Multi-Family Home
$475,000
11/14/25
4
3
-
424 Beloit Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.34
Multi-Family Home
$425,000
04/22/26
4
2
-
620 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.23
Multi-Family Home
$535,000
02/26/26
5
2
-
627 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.26
Multi-Family Home
$450,000
09/04/25
5
2
-

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Assigned Schools

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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

  • 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

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  • 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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