627 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
SOLD
SEP 4, 2025

627 Harlem Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths

$450,000

Last Sold: Sep 4, 2025
Est. Refi. Payment $3,000/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$450,000

Last Sold: Sep 4, 2025
Est. Refi. Payment $3,000/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2 Baths

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Local Information

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Description

Discover an incredible investment opportunity with this solid, well-maintained red brick two-flat featuring numerous updates and excellent tenant occupancy. The first floor offers 3 bedrooms, an office, a sunroom, a spacious living room, and 1 bathroom, while the second floor includes 2 bedrooms, an office, a sunroom, separate living and dining areas, and 1 bathroom. The spacious basement provides ample storage and includes a washer and dryer for added convenience. Ideally located just steps from the CTA Blue Line and Forest Park's vibrant Madison Street with its restaurants, shops, and boutiques, this property also offers easy access to I-290, putting downtown Chicago and Oak Brook just 20 minutes away. Nearby attractions include River Forest, the historic Frank Lloyd Wright Studio, and downtown Oak Park's parks and museums. Set in a highly sought-after area blending historic charm and modern convenience, this property is a remarkable opportunity to invest or call home. Easy to show!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from September 10, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
5 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 627 Harlem Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Bathroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator S

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Unassigned,On Site,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927Year Renovated: 2016
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 15132240310000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $450,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Aug 05 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

Community

Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4026 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12265769Back On Market Date: Wed Jun 18 2025

Additional Information

ParkSidewalksStreet Lights
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Adriana L Cook, (312) 497-2044
eXp Realty
Bought with: Lisa Ogawa, (847) 220-0201, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12265769

Price History for 627 Harlem Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/04/2025$450,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265769
08/01/2025$450,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265769
06/28/2025$450,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265769
06/18/2025$459,900PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265769
04/05/2025$479,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265769
02/03/2025$479,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265769
01/07/2025$500,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265769
08/12/2021$409,900Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11141549
07/09/2021$409,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11141549
07/01/2021$409,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11141549
09/01/2015$163,000Sold
N/A
08/01/2015$185,000PendingAgent Provided
07/22/2015$185,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/24/2015$195,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/06/1999$156,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$11,414
Assessment$380,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 627 Harlem Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
617 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.03
Multi-Family Home
$475,000
11/14/25
4
3
-
620 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.04
Multi-Family Home
$535,000
02/26/26
5
2
-
639 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.06
Multi-Family Home
$480,000
06/03/25
4
3
-
616 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.15
Multi-Family Home
$499,000
09/30/25
4
2
-
541 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.16
Multi-Family Home
$380,000
06/10/25
6
3
-
7223 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park, IL
0.11
Multi-Family Home
$560,000
07/07/25
6
3
-
945 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL
0.41
Multi-Family Home
$475,000
07/31/25
5
2
-

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Forest Park

At least 230 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

  • 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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  • 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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627 Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom multi-family built in 1927. This property is not currently available for sale. 627 Harlem Ave was last sold on Sep 4, 2025 for $450,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $450,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 627 Harlem Ave is $462,100.