128 Forest Ave

1,500 Sq. Ft.
$275 / Sq. Ft.
1,500
Sq. Ft.
$275
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This two story three bedroom home has old world charm both inside and out. It features a large living room with tall windows which let in tons of light. The formal dining room has a built in sideboard and upper cabinets with leaded and stained glass doors. Note the beautiful wood molding on the doors and entrances. The large kitchen has many cabinets, table space, garden window, and sliding glass doors to a very large deck which overlooks a brick patio area and lots of green space - great for entertaining....This two story three bedroom home has old world charm both inside and out. It features a large living room with tall windows which let in tons of light. The formal dining room has a built in sideboard and upper cabinets with leaded and stained glass doors. Note the beautiful wood molding on the doors and entrances. The large kitchen has many cabinets, table space, garden window, and sliding glass doors to a very large deck which overlooks a brick patio area and lots of green space - great for entertaining. The second floor includes a study, den, or playroom, as well as three bedrooms with transom windows on doors. Updates include new central air. In addition to the attached garage, there is additional parking in a drive at the back of the house. The home is located in a great close to town location with proximity to the elementary, junior high, and high school, as well as the Metra, great downtown restaurants, grocery store, library, and lovely Swan Pond for nature walks. This home is a great fit in Historic Riverside.

Listing Agent

  1. Carole Peters

    Carole Peters

    Listing Agent

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    P: (708)-642-6239

Sold By Baird & Warner

Property Details for 128 Forest Avenue

Area
Riverside
Township
Riverside
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING CLOSED: 08/25/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 128 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12373212
Days on Market65
Taxes$6,409 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1888
Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 128 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1888Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

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Property Information for 128 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 96
  • Jr High Middle School: L J Hauser Junior High School
  • High School District: 208
  • High School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 96
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Garden Window(s)
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Study
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 100
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access,Flood Zone,Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1100
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-05-29T20:12:07
  • Photos Count: 18
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 05-28-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X09
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X10
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X15
Study Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Study
  • Dimensions: 13X09

Property History for 128 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 25, 2025

Sold

MRED #12373212

$412,000
Aug 18, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911647962

$412,000
Jul 31, 2025

Pending

MRED #12373212

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/25/2025

Sold

MRED #12373212

$412,000
08/18/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911647962

$412,000
07/31/2025

Pending

MRED #12373212

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Public Records for 128 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,125Additions$20,875Total$26,000
Tax Record2023$6,409 ($534 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,100 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,100 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1888CountyCOOKAPN15-35-204-016Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 128 Forest Avenue

This home is within Riverside-Brookfield Twp School District 208.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 3 to 11
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

L J Hauser Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Tailgrass Sudbury School
Private3 to 11

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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