WOW! This five-bedroom rebuilt beauty will blow you away the moment your enter. Rebuilt in 2015 with a fabulous open floor plan like you've never seen. Enormous rooms in every direction. Enter thru the beautiful leaded glass doors into the large foyer complete with a built-in storage bench with shiplap walls. The spacious and bright living room has a gas fireplace and is complimented with shiplap ceilings! This space opens to a massive dining room, twice the standard size of most. You'll find a wet bar complete with a wine cooler, shelving, and storage cabinets between the dining room and the Kitchen/family room. It's hard to say what will be your favorite space but these rooms create the perfect space for entertaining large or small gatherings. The kitchen has gorgeous white cabinetry, quartz counters, SS farmhouse sink, a commercial hood, and an Island with seating for four. In addition, you'll find a large walk-in pantry with custom shelving. It all opens to the family room which features a well of shelving with built-ins surrounding the second gas fireplace. These rooms are illuminated by the glass doors and windows that lead to a large deck and a beautifully shaded, fenced-in backyard. Up the beautiful oak staircase to the second level, you'll find three very large bedrooms and a beautiful primary suite with cathedral ceilings and skylights! It features a large walk-in closet with custom shelving and a huge spa-like bathroom complete with marble tile, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. The laundry center is conveniently located on this level and has ample storage space. The finished lower level has a spacious rec room with a second wet bar area, a fifth bedroom/office, and a full bathroom! This home has coffee brown-stained oak floors thru out, except on the lower level, and custom blinds at every window. In addition, it is wired for sound/music. thru out! There's a two-car garage plus additional parking spaces. There's also dual heat/air! Add all of this to the convenience of this quaint neighborhood, close to schools, parks, pools, rec center, and downtown Forest Park! Quick and easy access to expressways and the blue line train station getting you to the City in under 15 minutes! There is a list of recent updates and improvements, provided upon request. Homes like this don't come around often so make your appointment today!
Closed
$655,000
1053 Troost Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
5beds
3,231sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
6,176.81 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$203/sqft
$3,983 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 25, 2025 at 11:07am
Listing courtesy of:
Patricia McGowan 708-697-5900,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Julia Miner
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12346819

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, 60 Inch Diameter Clear Floor Space, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 319 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X29
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Walk-in, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X9
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X30
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X7
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,231
- Total interior livable area: 3,231 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 6,176 sqft
- Dimensions: 34.5X178
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 15133110110000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Brownstone
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Block
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
- Major remodel year: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Forest Park
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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