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415 N Elmwood Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302
$1,125,000
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Property Description
Stately prairie four square centrally located in coveted Frank Lloyd Wright Historic district. Built by noted Danish Oak Park builder, August Christenson, for prominent Chicago businessman, CJ Johnson, it's been in the same family for generations, impeccably maintained and sensibly upgraded from the horse and buggy era to the space age. It's near everything making OP desirable - farmer's market, Ridgeland Commons Athletic center, schools, libraries, shopping, dining, entertainment, public transportation, and yet is a quiet, peaceful retreat. Oak Park's proximity to all the city has to offer and O'Hare is an added plus. The hallmarks of a Scandinavian aesthetic and American arts & crafts, which this home exemplifies, are natural materials, lack of ostentation and contrivance and, most importantly, nature- it's beauty and tranquility are always an integral part of a residence. This home's prominent characteristic is a craftsman interior of -grained old wood, built- ins, cozy fireplace, stained glass, wainscoting. These make you feel sheltered, secure, comfy inside. Large windows, porches, abundant greenery lure you outside to commune with nature in your lovely, private garden. It's country living in a refined urban setting. You enter through an elegant, dramatic 30 X10 porch partially screened by white pines. A deck in the secluded rear garden has a Viking cooktop/rotisserie/grill and handmade picnic table. It overlooks an expansive, lush, fenced garden with specimen trees. There are 2 rear patios, one with a firepit. A bright airy country kitchen with a large pantry between it and the formal dining room is for simple, everyday life with everything in easy reach. All four 2nd floor bedrooms are light and airy, punctuated with green views. One has a balcony. There's a mid-century modern bath. The 3r floor bedroom, occupying the entire floor, is a quiet sanctuary with antique wainscoting, full bath. The modern basement with heated floors was architecturally designed as an adaptable space. It can be your family room, gym, children's space, for guests & in-laws, it's fitted for quick installation of an additional light kitchen, if you desire. It has a private entrance, Bose sound system, spa bath with steam shower, Bain Ultra aromatherapy/chromotherapy/thalassotherapy tub, laundry room. There's a 2-car garage w adjacent exterior space for additional cars. The home's many updates include total rewiring, sprinkler system, landscape lighting with 250 volts in the garage to support an ev charger, rare 3 zone pump driven radiant heat, 2 Bradford White water heaters, sump pump, backflow preventer, new sewer line, replacement windows tilting in for cleaning, and more. Space Pac AC includes the attic. The village has just installed a new green alley.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 415 N Elmwood Ave
General
- Price: $1,125,000
- Taxes: $12,193 (2021)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 12051554
- Updated: 5/15/2024
- Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Other
Interior
- Basement: Full
- Interior Features: Skylight(s), Sauna/Steam Room, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Range Hood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Full Body Spray Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Humidifier, Cable TV, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Lawn Sprinkler, Multiple Water Heaters
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access, Historical District
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Side Apron
- Parking Ownership: Owned
- Parking Type: Garage, Space(s)
- Parking On-Site: Yes
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
Location
- Area: Oak Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Oak Park
- Driving Directions: Between Superior & Chicago Avenue, Ridgeland & Oak Park Avenues
School Information
- School District: 97
- Elem School District: 97
- Midd School District: 97
- High School District: 200
- Elementary School: Whittier Elementary School
- Middle School: Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
- High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- Private School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, SpacePak, Electric
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: American 4-Sq.
- Architectural Style: American Foursquare
- Exterior Const.: Frame, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 3,600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Year Built: 1904
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2022
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Other
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 8600
- Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Garden, Outdoor Lighting, Wood Fence
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1904
- Tax Amount: $12,193
- Tax Year: 2021
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16072040160000
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Schools
Schools serving 415 N Elmwood Ave
School Districts:Oak Park Elementary School District 97, Oak Park - River Forest School District 200
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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715 N Harvey Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi | |
325 S Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 6-8 | 1 mi | |
201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 415 N Elmwood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/09/2024
Listed
$1,125,000
465.33%
MLS
10/31/1997
Sold
$199,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 415 N Elmwood Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2022
$12,851
5%
$53,194
—
2021
$12,193
10%
$53,194
—
2020
$11,081
-14%
$53,194
9%
2019
$12,873
4%
$48,591
—
2018
$12,413
4%
$48,591
—
2017
$11,928
-20%
$48,591
12%
2016
$14,910
6%
$43,412
—
2015
$14,034
13%
$43,412
—
2014
$12,457
-14%
$43,412
-11%
2013
$14,472
—
$48,976
—
2012
$14,542
—
$48,976
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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415 N Elmwood Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 (MLS# 12051554) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 415 N Elmwood Avenue is currently listed for $1,125,000 and was received on May 09, 2024. Want to learn more about 415 N Elmwood Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Oak Park? You can browse all Oak Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.