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204 Forest Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302
Sold: 760000
/ MLS# 12448312 / Residential - Single Family / Oak Park
5 Beds
4 Baths
3198 SqFt

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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Baird & Warner Kara Gabbert Keller (cel) l70-8705 ext. 5272

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$ 3,388.03 per month $1,777.78 Principal & Interest $1,376.92 Property Tax $233.33 Homeowner's Insurance
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Property Details

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Full
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces: 1
Heating: Natural Gas, Steam, Radiant Floor
Home Style: Brownstone
Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
Taxes: $16,523
Year Built: 1891
Buyer Represented By: Kara Keller , Baird & Warner
Listing Provided By: Baird & Warner

Amenities

In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
High Ceilings
Historic/Period Mlwk
Special Millwork
Separate Dining Room

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Bedroom 7,Family Room, Foyer, Deck, Library, Sitting Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Tandem Room
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Separate Shower
Dining Room: Separate
Fireplace: Decorative
Fireplace Location(s): Den/Library
Laundry: Multiple Locations, Sink
Lot Dimensions: 22x96
Parcel#: 16071150130000
Parking: Gravel, Off Street, Driveway, Yes, Owned
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 15
Township: Oak Park
Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Schools

High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Middle School: Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
Elementary School: Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
School District: 200

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