Oak Forest IL Real Estate
The city of Oak Forest, Illinois has a population of 28,051 (2000 Census) and Oak Forest real estate has 10,022 total housing units which is a mix of condos, townhomes, and a variety of single family residences. Oak Forest was incorporated in 1947 and was a stagecoach stop more than 150 years ago because of its location halfway between Chicago and Joliet. Oak Forest has a Metra train stop that still connects these towns. Oak Forest is also close to Highways 57 and 80.
There is a lot of green space in the city including golf courses in and around the community and forest preserves, plus a popular walking/bike trail. Oak Forest has had much new construction over the years but is finally running out of available land to build. There is a big mix of styles and price ranges, from affordable properties to3,500 sq. ft. upscale homes.
Oak Forest IL Real Estate
Oak Forest has a great selection of condos and single family residences so feel free to search the entire active database of the Oak Forest MLS.
Oak Forest Real Estate MLS Sales Statistics for 2006
Information from RWSSC
Single Family Homes - 252 total units
Average Sale Price - $251,514
Attached (condo/townhomes, etc.) - 101 total units
Average Sale Price - $147,910
Oak Forest IL Real Estate MLS Sales Statistics for 2005
Information from RWSSC
Single Family Homes - 340 total units
Average Sale Price - $228,260
Attached (condo/townhomes, etc.) - 111 total units
Average Sale Price - $142,422
Oak Forest Real Estate MLS Sales Statistics for 2004
Information from MLSNI
456 Total Units
Average List Price: 217,544
Average Sale Price: 212,857
The above includes all sold and closed properties except rentals
Oak Forest Local Links
City of Oak Forest
Community Profiles
Oak Forest Hospital
Gaelic Park Players
Oak Forest Golf
George W. Dunne National
If you would like more information on Oak Forest, IL, or would like to see any properties please contact me or give me a call at 708-536-8200.
Judy Orr - Your Oak Forest REALTOR®
Classic Realty Group
(708) 536-8200