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$350,000

4217 Forest Ave

Downers Grove, IL
New
3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
1,142
Square Feet
1954
Year Built
6
Days On Market

Welcome to this north Downers Grove ranch home! Enjoy the convenience of one-level living with the advantage of being a short distance (1/2 mile) to local grocery stores and popular food establishments. Inside, new wood laminate flooring (2022) flows seamlessly across the main level to create a bright, cohesive layout. Additional updates include modern kitchen cabinets (2022). Downstairs, the finished basement adds excellent extra living space complete with a half bath. Outside, a newer asphalt driveway leads to your 2-car detached garage and a private, peaceful backyard.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
7 hours ago
Listed By
Robert Long · Long Realty, 6308870222
MLS#
12794403
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
New

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
4217 Forest Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
City
Downers Grove
County
DuPage
Zip Code
60515

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1.5
Year Built
1954
Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Building Area
1,142 sq. ft.
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
No Garage, Asphalt, Garage, Detached

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range
Flooring
Laminate
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air

Property Features

Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
1,142 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$350,000
Annual Taxes
$4,835

Schools

100/100
Whittier Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1.5 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
302
Student body
85% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(630) 719-5865
77/100
Community High School District 99 - North High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.3 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
2,148
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
74% White · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
14%
Phone
(630) 795-8401
76/100
Lester Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1.1 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
501
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
83% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
7%
Phone
(630) 719-5855
76/100
Henry Puffer School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 1.6 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
398
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
76% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
18%
Phone
(630) 968-0294
75/100
Belle Aire Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 0.5 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
258
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 10 reviews
Student body
65% White · 12% Asian · 10% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(630) 719-5820
69/100
Highland Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 0.4 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
366
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
81% White · 10% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Asian
Phone
(630) 719-5835
69/100
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 2 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
382
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
82% White · 8% Two or More Races · 6% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(630) 719-5840
52/100
Pierce Downer Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 0.5 mi
City
Downers Grove
Students
329
Student body
89% White · 4% Asian · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
1%
Phone
(630) 719-5860

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/28/2026Listed for sale$350,000

Listed by Robert Long · Long Realty · 6308870222

Listing information 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. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 2, 2026 at 4:54 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12794403

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