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UNDER CONTRACT

505 E Forest Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60018

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,066 sqft

$800,000

Est. Mortgage $5,297/mo*

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$800,000

Est. Mortgage $5,297/mo*

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4 Beds

2.5 Baths

4,066 sqft

Local Information

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Parking

2 Car Garage

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$197

Listed

180+ days ago

Home Details for 505 E Forest Ave

Active Status
MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Unfinished,Bath/Stubbed,Egress Window,Full,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Walk In Closet
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4066 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)DishwasherDisposalLaundry: Upper Level,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Unit,SinkMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa No Spa
Gas & Electric Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Days on Market
Days on Market: 180+

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2025
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building Construction Materials: Brick, OtherNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIncludes Home Warranty
Property Information Parcel Number: 09194050350000

Price & Status
Price List Price: $800,000Price Per Sqft: $197
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location
Direction & Address City: Des Plaines
School Information Elementary School: Iroquois Community SchoolElementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School: Iroquois Community SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 62High School: Maine West High SchoolHigh School District: 207

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 12121344

Building
Building Area Building Area: 4066 Square Feet

Community
Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Listing Info
Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany, Home Warranty

Offer
Contingencies: Attorney/Inspection

Business
Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 12121344Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractAttic: Unfinished

Additional Information
ParkPoolTennis Court(s)SidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesHide Public RemarksMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: NoSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago

Listing courtesy of: Jason Hardy, (847) 943-9911

HomeSmart Connect LLC

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12121344

Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Price History for 505 E Forest Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/17/2026	$800,000	Contingent	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12121344

07/28/2025	$800,000	Listed For Sale	MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12121344

05/16/2020	$160,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

03/03/2020	$160,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

09/04/2019	$160,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

08/23/2019	$160,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $440,000 (-73%)
08/08/2019	$600,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/07/2019	$525,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 08/07/2019 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

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84 % Say there are sidewalks
81 % Say it's dog friendly
78 % Say parking is easy
75 % Say car is needed
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67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
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Caroline Wood
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9mo ago
"Great sense of community. Beautiful neighborhood. Lots of beautiful mature trees in the area. Beautiful homes. "
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Jasmina Ejupovic
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10mo ago
"Friendly people, clean area, major stores and restaurants in nearby neighborhoods like Rosemont and Mt Prospect, with some major stores in our area. Family friendly and generally quiet, aside from trains and sirens. "
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Hyder
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1y ago
"I am not sure about what dog owners like or not like. I do not like it if the dog owners do not pick up after their dogs. "
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1y ago
"I only live about 2.5 miles from work so my commute is short and sweet and I don’t really experience much traffic"
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Captzamboni
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1y ago
"Taste of Des Plaines….Fall Fest are very family oriented. Great place to raise a family. I’ve been a resident since 1993. "
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Arroyom617
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1y ago
"Get kids involved in sports here it’s key for the kids to create friendships and parents can also build friendships as well. "
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Brucefran53
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5y ago
"Very very friendly and well kept up neighborhood. Everyone helps each other. Great senior center and I love the library. It has wonderful programs also. Their website is the best. Des plaines has wonderful schools. Very easy to reach anywhere because of being close to the airport. We also have access to many major highways. Metra is easy to get to here for access to downtown."
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Amjdvm98
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5y ago
"I drive downtown. Its not too bad for a commute. I commute daily snd get on 294 to 90 east. Takes about 40 minutes to my office. "
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Man.rodrigues2
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5y ago
"The owners of dogs would like the parks around. I always see dogs playing. Although most of the buildings in the area doesn’t allow pets. "
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Sarah G.
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6y ago
"I’ve lived around this area for 25 years quiet and clean good place to raise a family and go for walks"
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Y.kalamata
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6y ago
"There a lot of dogs and dog walkers in our area. no dog parks that i know of but the forest preserve is down the street. "
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Hyderhash10
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6y ago
"My neighborhood has easy access to expressways, public transportation and close to the airport and convenient shopping and close to a pharmacy. "
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Sperezic
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6y ago
"great area for starting family and schools are close by and very good I raised my boys here and family in the neighborhood "
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Y.kalamata
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6y ago
"its close to every highway. its very easy to get to and from any where. airport is easy to get to and you get rosemont perks for their centers. "
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Jennie V.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"Perfect commute to the city or to the western suburbs. Never longer than 40 minutes if you’re heading to Elgin. Commute to the city can be as little as 25 minutes depending on which part of Chicago you’re going to."
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Jennie V.
Resident
6y ago
"Taste of Des Plaines, various events at the Des Plaines library. Plus have the entertainment district in Rosemont (10 minutes away) is really nice."
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Peterekw75
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6y ago
"It’s a pet friendly area with lots of parks and dog parks near by with no leash rules. Bring your dog and be happy "
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Michelle
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6y ago
"perfect location!! can really to metra station and highway very close! close to shopping and restaurants! "
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Mjrihani
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6y ago
"Most people in Des Plaines own their cars. But biopic transportation is available on most main streets. Just a short walk to the bus stop. "
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A. T.
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6y ago
"Lots of kids play in the front yards and even meet up in the small park by the townhouses. It’s a safe area, just teach your kids to look both ways before crossing the street since a good amount of cars go in and out from all around. Especially near downtown Des Plaines."
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Dev R.
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6y ago
"Great neighborhood for family to live. Everything you need is around from shopping malls to parks. There are too many parks around des plaines, where can you spend your weekend with your family. "
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Lee D.
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6y ago
"not much going on. needs more restaurants and activities . maybe when streets are finished the town will come back to life. mov ie theater downtown will help when its finished. "
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Bob Micek
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6y ago
"Excellent outdoor opportunities for families with children. Quiet neighborhood with excellent school, park district and public service resources. Location allows quick access to interstates and airport for commuting and travel. Public transportation options are available nearby as well."
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Bcouch0600
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6y ago
"Very close to all major transportation. Con: airport can be noisy. Lots of people with loud mufflers in this city. "
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Fred
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7y ago
"yes awesome very clean freindly clean nice people roads need some work tho, respectfully stores and restaurants near by ,"
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Ddawn8data
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7y ago
"Forest Elementary School has a Turkey Trot every year. the local restaurant offers Hometown bands and weekly specials."
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7y ago
"forgive your children. you raised them. every parent messes up. your kids might forgive you later if you treat them right. this is a lovely neighborhood."
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Jason Hardy, HomeSmart Connect LLC

Agent Phone: (847) 943-9911

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

505 E Forest Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 4,066 sqft single-family home built in 2025. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 28, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12121344.

505 E Forest Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60018

$800,000

$800,000