Address
1638 Forest Road, La Grange Park, IL
Price
$ 424,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#12740155
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCOOK
- CityLa Grange Park
- AreaLa Grange Park
- Zip60526
- Style
- Year Built1964
- Taxes$ 10468
- Price$ 424,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1335
- Lot Size0.1532 Acres
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
Welcome to 1638 Forest Road, a SOLID BRICK split-level home offering generous living space, Hardwood Flooring, and a convenient La Grange Park location. The main level features a large Living Room that flows into the Dining Room, both with Hardwood floors, along with an Eat-In Kitchen featuring a service counter/pass-through to the Dining Room. A convenient Half Bathroom completes the main level. Upstairs are 3 Bedrooms with Hardwood floors and generous closet space, plus a Full Bathroom. The bright and spacious lower-level Recreation Room features tile flooring and direct access to the backyard, making it ideal for relaxing, entertaining, a home office, or recreation space. The separate Laundry and Utility Area provides additional storage. Outside, enjoy the large backyard, huge concrete patio, concrete driveway, and Rare detached 2.5-car garage. Conveniently located near Hainsworth Park, the Village Field Club, Salt Creek Bicycle Trail, Forest Road Elementary School, and Park Junior High School, within the Lyons Township High School District. Enjoy convenient access to the La Grange Metra Station with service to Chicago, along with the restaurants, shopping, and entertainment of Downtown La Grange. Roof Installed in 2015 (per FOIA received with Permit from the Village)Property being SOLD AS-IS. Bring your decorating ideas and make this well-built home your own!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Road Elementary School | Park Junior High School | Lyons Twp High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/23/2026 | Listed $424,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1335 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas,Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Range,Refrigerator |
| Garage Spaces | 2.5 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 1964 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers,100 Amp Service |
| Township | Proviso |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | Park,Pool,Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Not Applicable |
| County | Cook |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From 31st Street head NORTH on Forest Road to the property which is on the West Side of the block |
| High School | Lyons Twp High School |
| City | La Grange Park |
| High School District | 204 |
| MLS Area | La Grange Park |
| Elementary School | Forest Road Elementary School |
| Tax Annual Amount | 10468.07 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Park Junior High School |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/1078f094-7367-48a5-ace7-58415f7f31f7?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 102 |
| Elementary School District | 102 |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Separate Dining Room |
|---|---|
| Basement | Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Partial |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 412 |
| Room Type | Foyer,Recreation Room |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Lake Michigan |
| Total Parking | 2.5 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Lot Dimensions | 47X141 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1532 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Other Equipment | Sump Pump |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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