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*** Multiple offers. Highest and best due by Saturday at 5:00 PM ***. Bring your vision! This Oak Forest home has been fully gutted and is ready for a complete rehab. Approx. 1,110sq ft, slab construction, on an extremely large lot of about 0.31 acre (13,400 sq ft). An architect's floor plan is available showing a 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout, so you can get started on design and permits sooner. Also on the property is an oversized two-car garage with a second story, with room for storage, a workshop or hobby space. The house needs everything, so this is a good fit for investors, rehabbers and buyers ready to put in sweat equity, with a lot of upside. Quiet residential street in Wyman Woods, near District 145 schools and Oak Forest High School (Dist. 228). Sold strictly as-is.

  • Bedrooms
    3
  • Bathrooms
    2
  • Year Built
    1926
  • Construction Materials
    Frame, Aluminum Siding
  • Garage Spaces
    2.0
  • Parking Features
    Garage, Detached
  • Living Area
    1100.0
  • Cooling
    Central Air
  • Heating
    Forced Air
  • Basement
    None

  • Water
    Public

  • Area
    Oak Forest
  • County
    Cook
  • City
    Oak Forest
  • Zip Code
    60452
  • High School
    Oak Forest High School
  • Middle School
    Arbor Park Middle School
  • Elementary School
    Scarlet Oak Elementary School

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How much is the monthly mortgage payment for 16139 Lorel Ave?

With a 20% down payment and a 30-year fixed loan at an illustrative 7.25% rate, the ez Mortgage Calculator estimates the monthly payment for 16139 Lorel Ave at around $1,084. This includes estimated property taxes and insurance.

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What is the price per square foot for this home?

This home is listed at $129,900 with 1,100 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $118 per square foot.

How long has this property been on the market?

16139 Lorel Ave was listed on November 03, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 9 days.

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When was this house built?

This home was built in 1926, making it approximately 100 years old.

What schools are assigned to this property?

Based on MLS info, this home is zoned for:

  • Elementary: Scarlet Oak Elementary School
  • Middle: Arbor Park Middle School
  • High: Oak Forest High School

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What are the property taxes for 16139 Lorel Ave?

The most recent public record shows annual property taxes for 16139 Lorel Ave were approximately $4,132. This may change with reassessment or exemptions. Our local partner can verify current tax amounts and help you estimate future costs based on your situation.

Is 16139 Lorel Ave still available for sale?

This home is under contract, but may still accept backup offers. Click ♥ to track updates or connect with our local expert to see if it's still worth pursuing.

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Last Updated: November 12, 2026 at 05:37AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12800047