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$499,000
$2,400Reward *
537 Ferdinand Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130Listing ID 12696204

537 Ferdinand Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130

Contingent
Forest Park
Time on site: 38 daysLast updated: Jul 14, 2026
Property Type
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Property Sub Type
-
Bedrooms
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
Square Feet
2,160
Days on Site
Days on Site
38
Cooling
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Year Built
Year Built
1893
Garages
Garages
2
Parking
Parking
Off Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

**Multiple Offers Received. Highest and Best due by 6pm Sunday 7/12** Not every home has a personality. This one has soul. This one-of-a-kind farmhouse sits on a rare oversized lot just 1.5 blocks from Forest Park's vibrant Madison Street, offering the perfect blend of timeless charm, modern updates, and an unbeatable location. Inside, you'll find the character you can't recreate-soaring ceilings, beautiful original woodwork, rich hardwood floors, and inviting spaces that instantly feel like home. The formal dining room with its beamed ceiling is made for memorable dinners, while the updated kitchen, renovated bathrooms, and practical mudroom make everyday living easy. Upstairs, the oversized bathroom features a dual vanity and the convenience of second-floor laundry. Outside, the expansive, fully fenced yard offers room to entertain, garden, play, or simply enjoy your own private retreat. Relax with your morning coffee on one of two welcoming front porches, then imagine the possibilities waiting in the full unfinished basement-a blank canvas ready for your vision. With copper water service already in place and Forest Park's restaurants, boutiques, parks, and entertainment just around the corner, this home offers a rare combination of space, character, and location that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Some homes check the boxes. This one steals your heart

Property Information

Property Details

Location

Address
537 Ferdinand Avenue
County
Cook
City
Forest Park
Zip Code
60130
Subdivision
Forest Park
School District
209
High School
Proviso East High School
Elementary School
Garfield Elementary School
MLS Area
Forest Park

Interior Features

Beds and Baths

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2

Building

Building Information

Square Feet
2,160
Year Built
1893
Construction
Frame
Roof
Asphalt

Financial

Special Conditions
None

Property Taxes

Tax Annual Amount
$11,904
Tax Year
2023

Homeowner Association

HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, (708) 848-5550

Market Report for 60130

* The market data shown is based on available information from Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and/or public records. Data provided is for informational and educational purposes only and may not represent the full housing market. For more accurate information, consumers should consult a certified appraiser or licensed real estate agent.

*Average of $2,150 in rewards is calculated based on the purchase or sale of a home between $400,000 to $449,000. The median home price for all housing types is in the United States is $405,400 as of 2025 as reported by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). The actual reward amount may vary depending on the purchase or sales price of the home. Please see the Lakeview Home Rewards program terms and conditions for more details. The National Association of Realtors® is a registered trademark of the National Association of Realtors®.

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