$484,900

beds

bath

half bath

1,925

square ft

220 Elgin Avenue

Forest Park, Illinois 60130

Closed / MLS #12653769 / Single Family / Forest Park

Listing information updated 8/6/2026 at 10:23am

There's No Place Like Home! Set on a large double lot in one of Forest Park's most desirable locations, this charming home is ready for its new owner. Full of warmth, character, and timeless charm, this 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath home offers the perfect blend of original details and comfortable living spaces. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and inviting living areas filled with natural light. The main level features a comfortable living room, formal dining room, ample kitchen with SS appliances, and an additional family room at the rear of the home complete with a half bath for guests. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms along with an updated full bathroom. The partially finished basement has a large open area which offers additional living space for an office or recreation room. Enjoy the large private backyard complete with newer garage with party door. Additional exterior parking spaces can be used or rented out for additional income. Perfectly situated just minutes from both downtown Forest Park and Oak Park, this home offers close proximity to restaurants, shopping, parks, and transportation while still maintaining a true neighborhood feel. A rare opportunity to own a lovingly cared for home with history, character, and an unbeatable location.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Victorian

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Alley,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,925

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

24x13 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

14x10 - Main

Family Room:

17x11 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

23x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

23x13 - Basement Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$11,916

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60130

City:

Forest Park

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

91, 209

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Victorian

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Alley,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,925

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

24x13 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

14x10 - Main

Family Room:

17x11 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

23x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x11 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

23x13 - Basement Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$11,916

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60130

City:

Forest Park

County:

Cook

School District(s):

91, 209

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Listing Office Phone: 708.848.5550

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