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Oak Park,IL 60302
OPEN HOUSE
Sat Apr 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,850 sqft
Price per Sqft $337
MLS Listing ID 12096137
Style Farmhouse
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1886
Annual Tax Amount $14,354
Tax Year 2023
Lot Dimensions 50 X 175
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
A one-of-a-kind residence nestled in Oak Park's sought-after Ridgeland Historic District. This Queen Anne-style treasure, the oldest on the block, predates the Prairie School Movement and has undergone a meticulous transformation-blending timeless character with striking modern design. A bold architectural reimagining has breathed new life into this 3 story home with a beautiful 2 story addition on the back. The first floor foyer greets you with a grand staircase, spacious living room and parlor/dining room. Enjoy the cold winter nights by the marble tiled wood burning fireplace in the Living room with custom built-ins. The heart of the home, the kitchen, is equally stunning-outfitted with top-tier Wolf stove, Kitchen-aid appliances and anchored by an impressive 11-foot island with a signature curved end, perfect for gathering and entertaining. The 2nd floor features all 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths on same floor. The primary bedroom and spa-like bath are true showstoppers. where skylights, custom red oak millwork, aluminum framed pocket door, and luminous Iceberg marble come together in a graceful, geometric rhythm that feels both modern and timeless. Original details such as trim, solid wood doors, and stair balusters have been thoughtfully restored, celebrating the home's historic integrity while enhancing its interior charm. The full finished third level offers expanded living space with full bath and an open flex space to create your own escape retreat. Full finished basement offers large laundry and storage room and additional space for recreation/media. Upgrades include: New Roof, New windows, All-new 5-inch solid hardwood floors, New electrical service, New water line and plumbing system, Dual-zone HVAC, New rear porch and patio, New 24' x 24' garage with EV charging capability. Conveniently located to shops, restaurants and local train line.
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Oak Park
Rooms
Basement Finished,Exterior Entry,Stone/Rock,Storage Space,Full,Walk-Out Access
Interior
Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s),Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,High Ceilings,Historic/Period Mlwk,Open Floorplan,Special Millwork,Separate Dining Room
Heating Natural Gas,Sep Heating Systems - 2+,Zoned
Cooling Central Air,Zoned
Flooring Hardwood,Carpet,Wood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Fireplace Y
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet,Sink
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Community Features Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved
Building
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Building Description Aluminum Siding, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan,Public
Structure Type Aluminum Siding
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
Middle Schools Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
High Schools Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
School District 97 ,97, 200
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None