540 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
OFF MARKET

540 Thomas Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,337 sqft

$597,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,099/mo*
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$597,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,099/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,337 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

** Multiple Offers Received. Highest and Best by 7:00 pm on Thu, Jun 1st. ** Charming, stylish, updated and deceptively spacious home on a quiet, tree-lined street beckons! Step onto the inviting front porch and into the large, open living room and be wowed by the tall, sun-drenched southern exposure windows, the gleaming hardwood floors, and the soaring ceilings. This living room is perfect for entertaining friends as well as for cozy nights with loved ones and the generous adjacent bright dining room with tall windows can easily host your biggest holiday gatherings. Whipping up your gourmet meals is a delight in the bright, clean, thoughtfully-designed gut rehabbed kitchen (2019) with all stainless appliances, loads of cabinetry, miles of quartz countertops, an extra deep undermount sink, an appliance nook and even under cabinet heating to keep your tootsies warm! Past the kitchen, you'll find a huge, sunny family room with windows on three sides and so many potential uses - make it the perfect family room, office, craft room or more. A gut rehabbed full bath (2019) with a mix of trendy and classic tile, upgraded fixtures, a deep soaking tub, and a convenient drop zone area round out the first floor. When you're ready to retire, head upstairs where you'll find an elegant primary bed and two additional charming, sun-filled bedrooms. The stylish, fully rehabbed hallway bath (2019) has beautiful finishes and a walk-in shower. The expansive, dry basement boasts new drain tile and sump pump (both 2021) and with its classy luxury vinyl flooring, is open to your ideas for use - workout space, another family room, or play space? Past the clean laundry space (2019) and water heater (2020) is the surprise in the home - a large heated room with its own private entrance that can be used as a bedroom, an office or a space to meet with clients - the possibilities are endless! Al fresco, the double wide lot has beautiful landscaping to enjoy nature with plenty of space for a vegetable gardening or throwing a ball, with a low maintenance concrete patio for warm weather grilling and dining. A newer two-car garage (2018) offers additional room for storage and external parking pad is great for out-of-town guests! So much has been done in this home - blown insulation in attic (2021), all new copper water main (2019), new plumbing (2019), updated electric (2019), new windows (2019-2020) and more! All this on a fabulous, double lot on a lovely, leafy, Forest Park street that's just blocks from public transit, the 290, schools, parks, and all the fun of Madison Street's cafes, shopping, dining, and entertainment. This is the one you've been waiting for - all you have to do is move in and unpack. Welcome home!
540 Thomas Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,337 sqft single-family home built in 1893. It last sold for $530,000 on Jul 24, 2023 (7% above the $495,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $597,400, with a rent estimate of $3,648/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 540 Thomas Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Recreation Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1337 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range HoodDishwasherDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,SinkRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Partial,Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator S
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
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Alley,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1893
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Farmhouse
Building
Not a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15132110120000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $495,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jun 02 2023Possession 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: The Oswald Group

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6351.048 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11791355Activation Date: Tue May 30 2023

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Swati Saxena, BPOR,SFR, (847) 477-3655
Baird & Warner
Bought with: Megan Oswald, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11791355

Price History for 540 Thomas Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/24/2023$530,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11791355
06/03/2023$495,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11791355
05/30/2023$495,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11791355
07/27/2018$289,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09941142
05/09/2018$289,000PendingAgent Provided
05/07/2018$289,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/15/2007$335,000Sold
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Market trends in Forest Park

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$258K
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$347,480
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 540 Thomas Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
529 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.09
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$499,000
07/18/25
4
2
1,323
613 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$485,000
12/17/25
3
2
1,141
612 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$390,000
05/06/26
3
2
1,700
606 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$414,800
02/03/26
3
2
1,200
443 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$390,000
04/17/26
4
3
1,442
7652 Monroe St, Forest Park, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$375,000
02/25/26
4
2
1,542
7637 Wilcox St, Forest Park, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$545,000
07/23/25
3
2
2,102
330 Circle Ave, Berwyn, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$521,000
04/08/26
3
2.5
1,268

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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

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "good, there’s a lot of public transportation readily available, as well as easy access to the interstate"
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    "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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  • 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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    "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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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