📷 Retrieving this home's full photo gallery from the MLS — the page will refresh in a moment.

$849,000 SOLD Jul 2026

Listed at $849,000

4712 Forest Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Closed

3 beds 2.5 baths 1,683 sqft (plans) Built 1911 Residential MLS #MRD12670818 9 days on market

Listing courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's International Realty · 630-320-2829 · MLS #MRD12670818 · Status: Closed

Experience the perfect blend of timeless character and modern luxury in this totally rebuilt and expanded 1911 farmhouse, ideally located in the heart of Downtown Downers Grove with easy walk to the train, restaurants, library & more. This captivating home offers a bright, open floor plan featuring a gas fireplace and hickory floors, travertine countertops, an eat-in breakfast bar and black stainless steel appliances, opening into the dining and living spaces. Upstairs, the primary suite features a beamed ceiling and luxury bath with marble tiles, walk-in closet and patio doors opening to an upper deck, two additional bedrooms, one with attic playroom, hall bath and the laundry room. Step outside to a covered brick patio with hot tub. A new 2-car garage will be ready by closing.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Interior features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Hot Tub, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace details: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Basement: Unfinished, Storage Space, Daylight, Partial
Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Additional rooms: Heated Sun Room
Total rooms: 7

Building & exterior

Style: Farmhouse
Age: 100+ Years
Exterior: Fiber Cement
Windows: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
Doors: French Doors, Panel Door(s)
Exposure: East

Parking

Garage spaces: 2
Total spaces: 2
Parking details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 50 x 132
Township: Downers Grove
County: DuPage

Utilities

Heating: Steam, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling: Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None
Community features: Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary: Pierce Downer Elementary School (58)
Junior high: Herrick Middle School (58)
High school: North High School (99)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $8,587 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 0908101015
PIN: 0908101015
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 6/9/2026
Sold: 7/28/2026
Sold price: $849,000

Want to see this home?

The Dawn Simmons Team (RE/MAX Suburban) can show you any listed property and give you a straight answer on what it's really worth. Call/text Josh at (224) 628-4013.

Ask About This Home →

Listings courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. MLS GRID

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-08-26 02:23:03. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID. Use of this site's search and display of listing data is subject to our Terms of Use. Some listings have been excluded from this website.