616 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
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616 Elgin Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,648 sqft

$498,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,405/mo*
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$498,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,405/mo*
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5 Beds
2 Baths
2,648 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This multi-family home is located at 616 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL. 616 Elgin Ave is in Forest Park, IL and in ZIP code 60130. This property has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 2,648 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 3125 sqft and was built in 1922.
616 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,648 sqft multi-family built in 1922. It last sold for $260,000 on Feb 24, 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2011 with an asking price of $1,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 14, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $498,300, with a rent estimate of $2,056/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 616 Elgin Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Stucco
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1922
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price History for 616 Elgin Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/24/2017$260,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09275883
11/23/2016$259,900PendingAgent Provided
08/11/2016$259,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/17/2016$259,900PendingAgent Provided
07/04/2016$259,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/08/2013$94,500Sold
N/A
04/02/2013$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/13/2012$127,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/15/2012$127,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/17/2012$127,450PriceChange
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03/28/2012$129,900PriceChange
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03/13/2012$139,900PriceChange
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02/29/2012$149,900PriceChange
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02/22/2012$159,900PriceChange
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01/27/2012$179,900PriceChange
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01/20/2012$199,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/14/2011$1,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/16/2011$1,400Listed For RentAgent Provided

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$390,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 616 Elgin Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
619 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.03
Multi-Family Home
$450,000
09/23/25
4
2
2,636
513 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.14
Multi-Family Home
$380,000
07/23/25
4
2
1,782
916 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$240,000
02/17/26
4
2
1,672
627 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.04
Multi-Family Home
$450,000
09/04/25
5
2
-
617 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.03
Multi-Family Home
$475,000
11/14/25
4
3
-
7501 Madison St, Forest Park, IL
0.47
Multi-Family Home
$450,000
09/08/25
4
4
2,400
620 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.01
Multi-Family Home
$535,000
02/26/26
5
2
-
820 Elgin Ave #1, Forest Park, IL
0.26
Multi-Family Home
$710,000
01/28/26
4
2
1,628
7353 Madison St, Forest Park, IL
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$455,000
04/21/26
4
5
4,275
7414 Madison St, Forest Park, IL
0.37
Multi-Family Home
$418,500
01/07/26
4
5
3,500

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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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  • 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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  • Remington F.
    "very good place to live nice restaurants walking distance from most places and transportation and quite "
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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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