5251 157th Street

About 5251 157th Street

5251 157TH STREET in Oak Forest sits near the corner of 157th Street and 53rd Avenue. The building is a 2-story townhome low-rise. The address places the property on a quiet block with curbside sidewalks and a clear street presence. The scale keeps the site compact and easy to navigate. The property contains 6 units. Units have 2 bedrooms and range from 1,250 to 1,350 sq ft. Floorplates follow a consistent plan that keeps living areas open and bedrooms private. Unit sizes work well for small households and allow for modest storage and defined living spaces. The building was built in 2003. Recent sale prices ranged from $116,000 to $160,000. The price spread reflects size and condition variations among the units. Market activity showed transactions within that band over recent periods and gives a simple view of current value levels. The Little Calumet River lies a short distance to the south of the property. That waterway is the nearest river and creates local green corridors and stormwater channels near the neighborhood. The proximity to the river changes the local drainage and gives nearby blocks a more varied landscape. Fine Mexican Restaurant and Burrito Marias sit nearby for casual dining. Marias Grocery Store serves basic shopping needs for the block. Local shops and service businesses line the nearby avenues and provide daily conveniences for residents and visitors. The mix keeps routine errands close at hand.