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159 N Elmwood Ave, Oak Park, IL, 60302

$1,475,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

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5 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths, 1 Partial
7,621 SqFt
$194/SqFt
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159 N Elmwood Ave, Oak Park$1,475,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1902
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
BasementYes
FireplaceWood Burning
MLS #12183063
StatusActive

About 159 N Elmwood Ave

Location! Location! Location! Easy walk to train, downtown Oak Park, restaurants and cafes, Farmers Market, pool and ice rink, soccer fields, Pete's Market, library and more. Great for those who love the city amenities but want more space and neighborhood feel. This extraordinary 3 story 7,621 sq. ft. residence with coach house in the prestigious Frank Lloyd Wright historic district has been transformed and modernized for today's living while retaining its historic charm. Renovations completed in 2024 that include brand new roof. Situated on a picturesque tree-lined street, the home boasts a grand presence with a spacious front yard, large setback, inviting front porch, and a distinguished paver driveway that enhances its curb appeal. Step through the gracious foyer adorned with an original grand wood staircase, textured wallpaper, and exquisite stained glass windows, setting the tone for the elegance within. Sprawling main level with plenty of space and splendor, is appointed with gorgeous quarter-sawn oak floors, tall baseboards, framed front window overlooking the street, high ceilings, large side bay windows, new fireplace, multiple pocket doors, newly added guest suite with murphy bed and full bathroom with steam shower, dining room, powder room, and family room that leads to recent addition with kitchen and rear mudroom. Huge eat-in chef's kitchen with 54" white cabinets, pantry cabinets, large island with overhang for additional seating, Wolf stove, vented hood, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch paneled dishwasher, under-cab lighting, granite countertops, undermount farm sink, custom lighting, and plantation shutters add a touch of refinement to this culinary haven. The second floor houses 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 beautifully appointed bathrooms, and newly added washer/dryer. Relax in luxury in a completely remodeled primary suite that includes front sitting/sun room overlooking the beautiful landscape out front. Primary bath features porcelain tile, radiant heated floors, smart bidet with sensor, dual vanity, illuminated mirror, separate shower/jacuzzi tub, and frameless glass doors. 2nd bathroom also recently renovated with separate shower/tub, custom tile, and dual vanity. Ascend to the expansive top floor with its dramatic tall pitched ceilings and large windows offering versatile space for relaxation or entertainment. The fully finished basement extends the home's living space with rear recreation room with chalk wall, large open space for multiple uses, recently renovated full bathroom, laundry, and a plethora of storage. Outside, the meticulously landscaped backyard features regrading, drainage improvements, lush plantings, sod, and built in playground set, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. 2 car garage and Coach house has just been completely renovated with new plumbing, electrical wiring, water heater, windows, and more. Coach house makes for a great guest suite or money maker. New windows throughout the entire home and so many more improvements to list for this amazing turn-key move-in-ready property that is in an outstanding location.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Living Area: 7,621 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Century 21 S.G.R., Inc.
  • Office Phone: (312) 455-1322
  • Listing Agent: Armando Chacon

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Cooler, Oven, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Skylight(s), Bar-Wet
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Patio

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No

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Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Oak Park Ave to Lake street, east to Elmwood, north to property.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,475,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $194/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $26,913
  • Tax Year: 2019
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Oak Park, IL

City

Med. Sold Price

$436.7K

Med. Price/SqFt

$238

Avg. Days On Market

27

# of Sold Homes

58

159 N Elmwood Ave vs Oak Park

70 DAYS ON ROCKET

+43 Days

$1,475,000

+$1.0M More

$194/SqFt

-$45 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.0M more than the Median Sold Price and $45/SqFt less than other homes in Oak Park, IL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MRED
  • MLS Number: #12183063

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Century 21 S.G.R., Inc.
  • Office Phone: (312) 455-1322
  • Listing Agent: Armando Chacon

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Apr 11, 2019Home Sold
$1,000,000
May 06, 2010Home Sold
$865,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2019$26,913$73,579
2018$25,902$73,579
2017$25,356$73,579

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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9
/10

  • William Beye Elementary School

  • 230 N Cuyler Ave

  • 0.24 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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8
/10

  • Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School

  • 508 N Kenilworth Ave

  • 0.66 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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7
/10

  • John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School

  • 715 N Harvey Ave

  • 0.68 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $186,017. Most Oak Park, IL residents have annual incomes $200k+. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 159 N Elmwood Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 159 N Elmwood Ave property is $1,475,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 159 N Elmwood Ave is a house located in Oak Park, Illinois, 60302.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 159 N Elmwood Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2019 is $26,913 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on April 11, 2019 for $1,000,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 159 N Elmwood Ave has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 159 N Elmwood Ave is 7,621 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 159 N Elmwood Ave is 1902.

Rocket Homes›Illinois›Cook County›Oak Park›60302›159 N Elmwood Ave

This home is located at 159 N Elmwood Ave in Oak Park, IL and zip code 60302. This 7,621 square foot home was built in 1902. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,475,000.

Over 17 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Oak Park, IL. In the same period over 31 listings were sold below the listed price and 10 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Oak Park, IL decreased by 0.5% between October 2024 and November 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $436,791 and the average listing age was 27 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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