3601 Forest Ave

2,120 Sq. Ft.
$301 / Sq. Ft.
2,120
Sq. Ft.
$301
per Sq. Ft.

Description

If you are interested in a piece of history the home known as the Brookfield Kindergarten, could be a perfect for you. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath Prairie style home designed by famed architect William Drummond, has been completely renovated, winning the Kristin Visser Historical Preservation Award (given every other year to honor the renovation of a Frank Lloyd Wright or Prairie School building). The distinctive building provides instant curb appeal and recognition. The home itself is newly appointed,...If you are interested in a piece of history the home known as the Brookfield Kindergarten, could be a perfect for you. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath Prairie style home designed by famed architect William Drummond, has been completely renovated, winning the Kristin Visser Historical Preservation Award (given every other year to honor the renovation of a Frank Lloyd Wright or Prairie School building). The distinctive building provides instant curb appeal and recognition. The home itself is newly appointed, with recently renovated features. It is cooled with central air conditioning, and in cold weather the wood-burning fireplace in the family room keeps everything cozy. The house also boasts a full basement and an attached garage with two parking spaces. It is the surroundings that make this home remarkable, however. A gorgeous stone patio showcases a verdant and private backyard. Salt Creek literally runs through the backyard, and across it is a large plot of forested land. Owners will find kayak put-in spots steps from their back door! The world-famous Brookfield Zoo mins away, as is the Riverside-Brookfield High School. Metra's Brookfield stop is also less than three blocks away, and transportation across Chicagoland is extremely convenient.
  1. Listed by James Ongena • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
    P: (312)-506-0242 C: (312)-320-2188 jongena@atproperties.com

Sold By Lofty LLC

Property Details for 3601 Forest Avenue

Area
Brookfield
Township
Proviso
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 08/30/2025 03:01 AM

Property Details for 3601 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12257008
Days on Market140
Taxes$16,882 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.71 AC / 30,825 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 3601 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.71 AC / 30,825 SF

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Property Information for 3601 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 95
  • Elementary School: Brook Park Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: S E Gross Middle School
  • High School District: 208
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 95
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 137 X 225
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Frame
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Builder
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 37
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 12-16-2024
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X20
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X14
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: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 20X30
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X20
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X30

Property History for 3601 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2025

Sold

MRED #12257008

$637,500
Jul 17, 2025

Pending

MRED #12257008

Jul 17, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12257008

Jun 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12257008

$675,000
Jun 2, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12257008

Feb 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12257008

$675,000
Dec 16, 2024

Cancelled

MRED #11974600

$675,000
Jul 17, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11974600

$675,000
Dec 18, 2017

Sold

MRED #09779797

$250,000
Nov 13, 2017

Pending

MRED #09779797

Oct 16, 2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09779797

$249,900
Sep 14, 2016

Cancelled

MRED #09264960

$300,000
Jun 21, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09264960

$335,000
Jun 16, 2016

Cancelled

MRED #09128865

$347,900
Feb 17, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09128865

$365,000
Sep 30, 2014

Expired

MRED #08457947

$370,000
Mar 16, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08457947

$399,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2025

Sold

MRED #12257008

$637,500
07/17/2025

Pending

MRED #12257008

07/17/2025

Contingent

MRED #12257008

06/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12257008

$675,000
06/02/2025

Contingent

MRED #12257008

02/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12257008

$675,000
12/16/2024

Cancelled

MRED #11974600

$675,000
07/17/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11974600

$675,000
12/18/2017

Sold

MRED #09779797

$250,000
11/13/2017

Pending

MRED #09779797

10/16/2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09779797

$249,900
09/14/2016

Cancelled

MRED #09264960

$300,000
06/21/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09264960

$335,000
06/16/2016

Cancelled

MRED #09128865

$347,900
02/17/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09128865

$365,000
09/30/2014

Expired

MRED #08457947

$370,000
03/16/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08457947

$399,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3601 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$13,595Additions$14,029Total$27,624
Tax Record2023$9,153 ($763 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,804 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,804 SqFtStories1Lot Size18,127 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914CountyCOOKAPN15-34-406-011

Schools near 3601 Forest Avenue

This home is within Riverside-Brookfield Twp School District 208.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Brook Park Elementary School
PublicK to 5

S E Gross Middle School
Public6 to 8

Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public9 to 12

St. Paul Lutheran School
PrivateK to 8

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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