For Sale1d on market
215 S Forest Ave
Palatine, IL, 60074 • 60074 • Cook County
$460,000
$307/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
3Baths
1,499Sqft
0.26 acLot
1948Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1948 · 78 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · Tandem · Yes · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
1d on Market
Listed Apr 7, 2026
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1948
Welcome to this completely rehabbed, move-in ready single-family home located in a desirable Palatine neighborhood! This stunning residence offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, thoughtfully redesigned with modern finishes and high-quality craftsmanship throughout. Step inside to an open and inviting layout filled with natural light, featuring brand-new flooring, updated lighting, and a seamless flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is beautifully upgraded with stylish cabinetry, sleek countertops, and stainless steel appliances-perfect for any home chef. Each bathroom has been fully renovated with contemporary design, offering a clean and elegant feel. The generous bedroom sizes provide flexibility for families, guests, or home office needs. The home also features a full finished basement, providing valuable additional living space-ideal for a recreation room, home theater, gym, or guest suite. Enjoy outdoor living with a large private backyard, perfect for gatherings, gardening, or relaxing. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in Palatine-schedule your showing today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern finishes, stylish cabinetry, and generous bedroom sizes as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,868/month
Principal & Interest$2,255
Property Tax$460
Insurance$153
Down payment20% ($92,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $368,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1948
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.26 Acres
Days on Zillow1 Day
Price/sqft$307
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1948
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Lot0.26 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60074
Annual tax$7,502
Parcel0223215003
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
Quartz Counters
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
In Unit
Windows
Skylight(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
Tandem
Yes
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main10×9 ft90 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Basement15×12 ft180 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market1
Est. value$454,900
Est. rent$3,432/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$307
On marketApr 7, 2026
PostedApr 7, 2026
Last sold$280,000
MLS statusNew
MLS updatedApr 9, 2026
Tour days9
Views425
Favorites22
How are the schools in Palatine?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Palatine, IL, 60074
Price history
16 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 7, 2026Listed For Sale$460,000$307MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 7, 2026Listing Removed$474,999$317MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 20, 2026Listed For Sale$474,999$317MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 19, 2026Listing Removed$475,000$317MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 26, 2025Listed For Sale$475,000$317MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 10, 2025Contingent$475,000$317MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 21, 2025Listed For Sale$475,000$317MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 17, 2025Listing Removed$489,000$326MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 18, 2025Listed For Sale$489,000$326MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 15, 2024Sold$280,000$187MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 18, 2023Contingent$294,900$197MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 12, 2023Listed For Sale$294,900$197MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 30, 2023Contingent$294,900$197MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 20, 2023Listed For Sale$294,900$197MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 16, 2023Contingent$294,900$197MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 11, 2023Listed For Sale$294,900$197MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$460,000
Apr 7, 2026•$307/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$474,999
Apr 7, 2026•$317/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$474,999
Mar 20, 2026•$317/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$475,000
Feb 19, 2026•$317/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$475,000
Dec 26, 2025•$317/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$475,000
Dec 10, 2025•$317/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$475,000
Aug 21, 2025•$317/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$489,000
Aug 17, 2025•$326/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$489,000
May 18, 2025•$326/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$280,000
Jan 15, 2024•$187/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$294,900
Dec 18, 2023•$197/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$294,900
Dec 12, 2023•$197/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$294,900
Oct 30, 2023•$197/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$294,900
Oct 20, 2023•$197/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$294,900
Oct 16, 2023•$197/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$294,900
Oct 11, 2023•$197/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$7,115$30,000
Apr 9, 2022$6,829$30,000
Apr 9, 2021$1,246$21,292
Apr 9, 2020$1,143$21,292
Apr 9, 2019$1,133$23,711
Apr 9, 2018$1,230$26,499
Apr 9, 2017$1,185$26,499
Apr 9, 2016$1,772$26,499
Apr 9, 2015$2,017$22,199
Apr 9, 2014$1,951$22,199
Apr 9, 2013$1,946$22,199
Apr 9, 2012$1,674$25,192
Apr 9, 2011$1,684$25,192
Apr 9, 2010$1,496$25,192
Apr 9, 2009$1,334$33,284
Apr 9, 2008$1,396$35,037
Apr 9, 2007$4,003$35,037
Apr 9, 2006$1,700$24,477
Apr 9, 2005$3,850$24,477
Apr 9, 2004$3,662$24,477
Apr 9, 2003$3,741$19,757
Apr 9, 2002$3,623$19,757
Apr 9, 2001$3,138$19,757
Apr 9, 2000$3,092$16,989
Apr 9, 1999$3,025$16,989
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Local context around this listing
Palatine, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60038600556006760074600786009460095
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