512 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
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OFF MARKET

$403,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,026 sqft

512 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130

Est. Refi. Payment $2,906/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 3, 2014 for $150,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$403K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+1.3%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+3.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$250K (+166.7%)
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 +156% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$400K
August 2026$395K
July 2026$400K
June 2026$402K
May 2026$410K
April 2026$386K
March 2026$382K
February 2026$372K
January 2026$359K
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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
833 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$133,000
08/24/26
3
2
1,886
604 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$540,000
07/31/26
4
2.5
2,100
612 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$390,000
05/06/26
3
2
1,700
620 Wisconsin Ave, Oak Park, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$755,000
08/12/26
4
3
2,443
330 Circle Ave, Berwyn, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$521,000
04/08/26
3
2.5
1,268
711 Clinton Ave, Oak Park, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$785,000
04/14/26
3
2.5
1,946
619 Clinton Ave, Oak Park, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$752,000
12/10/25
4
2.5
2,451
837 Home Ave, Oak Park, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$649,700
09/29/25
4
2.5
1,519
220 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$484,900
08/05/26
3
1.5
1,925
143 Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.58
Single-Family Home
$470,000
05/27/26
3
2.5
1,763

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
516 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.01
$477,500
6
2
1,850
Off Market
528 S Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.04
$422,300
4
3
-
Off Market
7202 W Adams St #9, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.03
$162,500
2
1
792
Off Market
513 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.04
$700,900
4
2
2,470
Off Market
7205 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.07
$485,000
4
3
-
Recently Sold
7209 W Jackson Blvd, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.07
$306,900
2
1
-
Off Market
641 S Maple Ave #E, Oak Park, IL 60304
0.07
$516,200
3
3
2,400
Off Market
641 S Maple Ave #I, Oak Park, IL 60304
0.07
$519,900
3
3
2,225
Off Market
501 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$832,000
7
4
-
Off Market
7223 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.08
$611,700
6
3
-
Off Market
7203 Adams St, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$502,000
7
2
-
Recently Sold
7201 Adams St, Forest Park, IL 60130
0.05
$327,400
6
2
2,208
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1908
2,026 sqft
$199/sqft

About this House

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. JUST BLOCKS AWAY FROM BOOMING MADISON AVENUE IN FOREST PARK. FAMILY OWNED VICTORIAN CURRENTLY A 2-UNIT BUT EASILY CONVERTED TO SINGLE FAMILY HOME. POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS WHEN THE LOCATION IS PERFECT.
512 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,026 sqft single-family home built in 1908. It last sold for $150,000 on Oct 3, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $403,100, with a rent estimate of $3,349/month.

Home Details for 512 Elgin Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Stucco, Vinyl
Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1908
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4850 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 3, 2014
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08645994
Sold
$150,000
Jun 21, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$187,900
May 15, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$219,999
Aug 6, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$219,999
Price decreased by 19%
Apr 22, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$269,999
Price decreased by 10%

Market trends in Forest Park

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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Around this home

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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Frequently asked questions about 512 Elgin Ave

  • What is 512 Elgin Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 512 Elgin Ave in Forest Park, IL is $403,100.
  • What is the price history for 512 Elgin Ave?
    512 Elgin Ave in Forest Park, IL last sold for $150,000 in October 2014.
  • Is Forest Park a buyer's or seller's market?
    Forest Park is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Forest Park?
    Residents describe Forest Park, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Forest Park, IL.
  • How big is the lot at 512 Elgin Ave?
    The lot at 512 Elgin Ave in Forest Park, IL is about 0.11 acres (4,848 sq ft).
  • Does 512 Elgin Ave have parking?
    Yes, 512 Elgin Ave in Forest Park, IL has on-site parking.

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