4540 Forest Avenue

Downers Grove, IL 60515

$629,500
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,392 Sq. Ft.
$263 / Sq. Ft.
2,392
Sq. Ft.
$263
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome home! 4540 Forest Ave offers an ease to everyday living few homes can match! A fabulous location for this lovely home that has a sunny, happy feel. Walk to sought after schools (Pierce Downer, Herrick and Downers North), the train for commuters and downtown Downers Grove and all it offers (shops, library, restaurants, parks). Main level offers dining and living space with a cozy fireplace and built-in bookshelves. Large bonus room off kitchen, great for playroom, work from home space or e-learning...Welcome home! 4540 Forest Ave offers an ease to everyday living few homes can match! A fabulous location for this lovely home that has a sunny, happy feel. Walk to sought after schools (Pierce Downer, Herrick and Downers North), the train for commuters and downtown Downers Grove and all it offers (shops, library, restaurants, parks). Main level offers dining and living space with a cozy fireplace and built-in bookshelves. Large bonus room off kitchen, great for playroom, work from home space or e-learning with an easy flow to the backyard. Kitchen features white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and large bank of pantry cabinets. Bright second floor with 4 bedrooms. Primary suite has vaulted ceilings, built-in bookshelves and full, private en suite. The fully finished basement has rec room for kids to enjoy and 5th bedroom that could be used for workout room/home office, along with laundry, and storage. Professionally landscaped and fully fenced backyard. Brick paver patio in back is perfect for entertaining. Large 2 car garage with space for storage. This is a solid, well-built Sears home. Easy highway access and close to all the activities in the vibrant downtown including farmers markets, summer concerts and more. Don't miss out on all this amazing home has to offer!
  1. Listed by Caroline Neveril • @properties

Property Details for 4540 Forest Avenue

Area
Downers Grove
Township
Downers Grove
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas

Location

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Sold By Baird & Warner

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/03/2021 05:20 AM

Property Details for 4540 Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11039089
Days on Market90
Taxes$8,009 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,581 SF
CountyDuPage County

Location

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Sold By Baird & Warner

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Building Information for 4540 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,581 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,103 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,435

Property Taxes

$667

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4540 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 58
  • Elementary School: Pierce Downer Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Herrick Middle School
  • High School District: 99
  • High School: North High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 58
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 11
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 928
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2003
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2392
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3320
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3320
  • Main Sq Ft: 2392
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X132
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 928.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2021-04-11T20:02:19
  • Photos Count: 36
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 04-01-2021
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 4th Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Window Treatments: Blinds,Curtains/Drapes
  • Family Room Dimensions: 16X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Breakfast Room,Updated Kitchen
  • Kitchen Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Flooring: Other
  • Laundry Dimensions: 8X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Window Treatments: Blinds,Curtains/Drapes
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X12
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Wood Laminate
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Wood Laminate
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X18
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X16

Property History for 4540 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 4540 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$54,490Additions$104,490Total$158,980
Tax Record2022$9,004 ($750 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,392 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,392 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,534 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1917ZoningRCountyDUPAGEAPN09-05-313-010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4540 Forest Avenue

This home is within Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Pierce Downer Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Herrick Middle School
Public7 to 8

Downers Grove North High School
Public9 to 12

St Joseph School
PrivatePK 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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