Primary on Main
Address
1044 Ferdinand Avenue, Forest Park, IL
Price
$ 305,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#12756798
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCOOK
- CityForest Park
- AreaForest Park
- Zip60130
- Style
- Year Built1916
- Taxes$ 4901
- Price$ 305,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage968
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
Welcome home to this spacious and beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence, perfectly situated on a rare oversized corner double lot in one of Forest Park's most desirable and convenient locations. Offering far more living space than meets the eye, this home combines comfort, flexibility, major mechanical updates, and an incredible outdoor setting. Step inside to an expansive living and dining room filled with natural light, highlighted by a stunning bay window that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The versatile layout is ideal for everyday living, entertaining guests, or hosting holiday gatherings. Just beyond, the enclosed porch provides the perfect space to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind with a good book, or take in the changing seasons year round. The finished lower level significantly expands the home's functionality with a full bathroom and an oversized recreation room, offering endless possibilities for a family room, home office, fitness area, guest suite, or potential in law arrangement. Outside is where this property truly stands apart. The rare corner double lot provides an enormous backyard with exceptional outdoor living space! Plenty of room for gardening, play, pets, future expansion, or simply enjoying the privacy and open space that's so difficult to find. The expansive deck is perfect for summer barbecues, outdoor dining, entertaining family and friends, or relaxing at the end of the day. This home has also been thoughtfully updated for peace of mind and convenience, including new water lines, a new sewer line, a new furnace, a newer roof, newer central air conditioning, updated plumbing fixtures, a newer stove, dishwasher, and refrigerator, along with a newer washer and dryer, allowing you to move in and simply enjoy. Location is everything, and this home delivers. Enjoy quick access to major expressways, the CTA Blue Line for an easy commute to downtown Chicago, and an abundance of shopping, restaurants, parks, and everyday conveniences just minutes away. With spacious living areas, flexible lower-level living space, extensive mechanical updates, a spectacular oversized yard on a rare double lot, and an unbeatable Forest Park location, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy both space and lifestyle in one remarkable home.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Betsy Ross Elementary School | Field Stevenson Elementary Schoo | Proviso East High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Listed $305,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 968 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Closing |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1916 |
| Township | Proviso |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Additional Parcels Description | 15134170170000 |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Not Applicable |
| County | Cook |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Roosevelt Rd,turn NORTH on Des Plaines Ave. Turn LEFT (west) on Madison St. Turn LEFT (south) on Ferdinand Ave (one way). 1044 Ferdinand Ave will be on the RIGHT. |
| High School | Proviso East High School |
| City | Forest Park |
| High School District | 209 |
| MLS Area | Forest Park |
| Elementary School | Betsy Ross Elementary School |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4901 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Field Stevenson Elementary Schoo |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | Yes |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 91 |
| Elementary School District | 91 |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
Interior Features
| Basement | Partially Finished,Full |
|---|---|
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Room Type | No additional rooms |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Lake Michigan,Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Dimensions | 50x125 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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