204 Forest Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60302

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$800,000
51 Days On Site

204 Forest Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3,198
SqFt
$250
/SqFt
1891
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner
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Rarely available, this single family row home (designed in 1891 by Architect William Van Kuren) offers the perfect blend of historic character and modern lifestyle with an additional income producing space! Be only the fourth owner of this timeless property ideally located in the heart of the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District and moments away from downtown Oak Park. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated, this property features striking original architectural details: exposed brick foyer with a two story staircase, quarter sawn oak floors, ten foot ceilings (some coved) pocket doors, period light fixtures, Trent tile decorative fireplace, plus sweeping views of Austin Gardens from the striking front room picture window. This home's kitchen also lends character with original MCM Sears & Roebuck cabinets, steel-rimmed Formica counters, and its sunshine-yellow vintage cast iron Chambers range. An oversized schoolhouse light helps blend mid-century charm with 1890s architecture. Four second floor bedrooms and a primary suite on the third level offer space and flexibility. With a private rooftop deck, original wide-plank flooring, and a vintage-inspired modern bath, the third floor will surely be one of your favorite spaces. The lower level is currently used as an Airbnb with its own private entrance. It features two additional private bedrooms, kitchenette, a bathroom, office and a common area. This space generates $30,000 annually, but could easily be converted to nanny's quarters or used as additional rooms for houseguests. This home is more than just a residence - it's an historically significant package delivering architectural integrity and accessibility to a vibrant neighborhood. From its original design to its passive income stream and proximity to schools, Oak Park's cultural and dining scenes, and public transportation, this property offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$800,000
Days On Site 
51 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,198 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1891
MLS® Number 
12448312
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$16,523
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a month agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a month agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
2 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Parking 
GravelOff StreetDrivewayOn Site
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Below 
864
SqFt Total 
2334
Style 
Brownstone
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeDishwasherRefrigerator
Basement 
FinishedStorage SpaceWalk-Up AccessFull
Cooling 
Window Unit(s)
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Decorative
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
HardwoodWood
Heating 
Natural GasSteamRadiant Floor
Interior 
Entrance FoyerIn-Law FloorplanHigh Ceilings
Laundry Features 
Multiple LocationsSink
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 12X10Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 12X8Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 11X10Level - Second
Bedroom 6 
Dimensions - 11X11Level - Basement
Bedroom 7 
Dimensions - 11X9Level - Basement
Deck 
Dimensions - 19X15Level - Third
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 16X10Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 23X10Level - Basement
Family Room - Down 
Dimensions - 23X10Level - Basement
Foyer 
Dimensions - 18X9Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 12X11Level - Main
Laundry 
Dimensions - 13X12Level - Basement
Library 
Dimensions - 20X10Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 15X12Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 26X18Level - Third
Sitting Room 
Dimensions - 10X10Level - Basement
Tandem Room 
Dimensions - 9X8Level - Second
Utility Room-Lower Level 
Dimensions - 7X7Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Patio And Porch 
DeckPorch
Community Features
Community Features 
CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Oak Park
School District 
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Township 
Oak Park
Schools
School District
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Elementary School
Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
Middle School
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner



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