SOLD SEP 23, 2026

Sold on sep 2026

$369,900

•

1,243

sq ft

5814 Essex Rd, Oak Forest, IL 60452

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Welcome to 5814 Essex Road! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a spacious corner lot and offers an impressive list of updates inside and out. The kitchen and bathrooms were completely remodeled in 2019, with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood flooring throughout the main living area, dining room, and bedrooms. The finished basement provides additional living space along with a separate laundry room with washer and dryer. Major improvements include new windows and completely updated plumbing and electrical (2019), 200-amp electrical service, new powder-coated front railings and paid-in-full solar panels (2023), plus a new roof, furnace, A/C, and hot water tank (2024). The garage features durable polyurea flooring and is wired for EV charging. Outside, enjoy a large fully fenced corner lot with a 6-foot white vinyl privacy fence (2020), 14x50 concrete patio (2020), fire pit, and 8x10 storage shed on a concrete slab (2021). With extensive updates already completed and plenty of space inside and out, this Oak Forest home is ready for its next owner!

Single-familyProperty Type

1967Year Built

8,820 sq ftLot Size

$298Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kassandra Carey • Village Realty, Inc.

Bought with Julie Torres • HomeSmart Realty Group

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12735594

Redfin Estimate

$365,678

$4,223 since sold in September 2026$18K since September

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This home's estimate is 12.7% higher than the average sale price ($325K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$309,000
A
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SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$290,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,461 sq ft
5595 155th St, Oak Forest, IL 60452
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$398,000
C
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
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SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$331,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,590 sq ft
5842 Stuart Ln, Oak Forest, IL 60452
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
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E
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5535 Adeline Pl, Oak Forest, IL 60452

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Market trends in 60452, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.2%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$316K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

1 days MoM

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Sale and tax history for 5814 Essex Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12735594

Sep 23, 2026

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$369,900

$298/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10588069

Feb 12, 2020

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$215,000

$173/sq ft

+10

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10533352

Nov 24, 2019

Contingent (Contingent (Do Not Show))

—

Nov 23, 2019

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10526487

Sep 30, 2019

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10486985

Sep 23, 2019

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10084008

Feb 25, 2019

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$141,000

$113/sq ft

Jan 17, 2019

Pending

—

Dec 28, 2018

Price Changed

$148,000

$119/sq ft

Sep 14, 2018

Listed (New)

$160,000

$129/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,119 (+7.3%)

$3,969 + $19,031

$23,000

2022

$6,636 (+1.9%)

$3,527 + $14,138

$17,665

2021

$6,513 (−15.8%)

$3,527 + $14,138

$17,665

2020

$7,738 (+6.6%)

$3,527 + $14,138

$17,665

2019

$7,257 (−7.9%)

$3,307 + $12,867

$16,174

2018

$7,881 (+0.5%)

$3,307 + $14,652

$17,959

2017

$7,845 (+30.4%)

$3,307 + $14,652

$17,959

2016

$6,016 (+55.8%)

$3,086 + $10,171

$13,257

2015

$3,861 (−32.3%)

$3,086 + $10,171

$13,257

2014

$5,699 (+7.9%)

$3,086 + $10,171

$13,257

2013

$5,281 (+2.8%)

$3,086 + $15,211

$18,297

2012

$5,137

$3,086 + $15,211

$18,297

2011

$5,137 (−12.0%)

$3,086 + $15,211

$18,297

2010

$5,835 (+7.6%)

$3,086 + $18,106

$21,192

2009

$5,424 (+36.0%)

$3,086 + $18,106

$21,192

2008

$3,987 (−6.6%)

$4,938 + $17,370

$22,308

2007

$4,269

$4,585 + $15,788

$20,373

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,820

Year renovated

2024

Sq. Ft.

1,243

Year built

1967

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

28174090020000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2.5
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bath Amenities: Double Sink
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 22 x 13
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Flooring: Vinyl

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None

Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Finished, Partial
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Fire Pit

Building Information
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Age: 51-60 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2019
Parcel Number: 28174090020000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 80X112
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Corner Lot

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,688.57
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 145
Middle Or Junior School District: 145
High School District: 228

Location Information
Township: Bremen
Corporate Limits: Oak Forest
Directions: Central Ave to Independence Ave go west to Reynolds Ln go north to Essex and home.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,243
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8,820 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Cook County
APN: 28174090020000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Around this home

Schools

Scarlet Oak Elementary School

Public 3-4 • Assigned • 0.1mi

6/10

Arbor Park Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

5/10

Oak Forest High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Oak Forest, IL • 60452

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Sun exposure

96/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 6% for direct sun exposure in Oak Forest. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Estimated sale price

$348,000 – $421,000

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Home values near 5814 Essex Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5826 Essex Road, Oak Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$266,238
5820 Essex Road, Oak Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$309,751

Address	Redfin Estimate
5821 Essex Road, Oak Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$342,847
5839 Essex Road, Oak Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1590 Sq. Ft.	$343,861

Address	Redfin Estimate
5827 Essex Road, Oak Forest, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$323,440
5833 Essex Road, Oak Forest, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$275,283

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