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Property Description
Spectacular John W. Morgan historic home built in 1910 by renowned architect Thornton Herr. 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in main house plus stunning additional space in recently built coach house apartment, designed and built by Oak Park's own Elements Architectural firm. Mediterranean influenced Prairie style architecture gives this home the perfect blend of aspirational glamour and friendly design. First floor features generous foyer open to sun-drenched, jumbo-sized living room with stylish mantle fireplace, open floorplan to extra-large formal dining room with built-ins galore and French doors to access cozy office/den. Light, bright, huge, and fully updated kitchen with high end finishes and appliances, extra long Island with plenty of storage, loads of seating, custom cabinets, cleverly designed 'mud room' storage lockers, and banks of windows to enjoy views of the truly outstanding yard and patio. First floor also features full bathroom with walk-in shower and stylish craftsman finishes. Second floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 updated full bathrooms including recently renovated bathroom in primary suite with heated floors, herringbone marble tile, walk in shower, and designer features. Semi-finished basement with exposed brick and timber ceilings is very large, fun hang out space with cool Industrial vibes plus ceiling height to accommodate equipment for a great workout area. Backyard is a star with large minimalistic infinity deck off the kitchen, plenty of green space for play, show-stopping patio with custom pergola, built in grill/ buffet in Tuscan high style that's perfectly on point with the home's original Mediterranean arches and architectural details. The recently built coach house garage replicates the main house's original Mediterranean Prairie architectural style down to the last luxurious detail, a rarely available feature! Coach house 'lobby' has dramatic double doors that open to patio/yard...every host's dream indoor/outdoor party space featuring polished concrete floors and discrete access to 2 car garage. The upstairs is finished to perfection with wide plank wood floors, cathedral ceilings, built in bunk-bed alcoves, totally open floorplan, custom cabinets and long quartz buffet, French doors to balcony overlooking yard and patio, 2nd washer/dryer, and gorgeous full bathroom with walk in shower and high end finishes. Recent improvements include solar panels, new sewer line all the way to the street, brick pavers on front and side walkways, new brick back patio, pergola and built in grill, front stone patio, landscape design, exterior lighting, cedar fence, dual French drain sump pump with battery back up, updated basement, renovated primary suite bathroom.recent tax appeal won with reduction in 2nd installment. Beautiful, distinctive, move-!in ready home with space to spare, hyper-convenient central location, prime spot to enjoy all the best of Oak Park, highly sought after block, walk to schools, parks, Green line, shopping, and more!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 519 N Elmwood Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,100,000
- Taxes: $34,806 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12417903
- Added to Site: 224 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Oak Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Chicago-Avenue, turn, North-to-property
School Information
- School District: 97
- Midd School District: 97
- 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: Small Duct High Velocity
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1910
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 8600
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1910
- Tax Amount: $34,806.73
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16064230200000
Listed by Compass
Sold by Baird & Warner
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Schools
Schools serving 519 N Elmwood Ave
School Districts:Oak Park Elementary School District 97, Oak Park and River Forest District 200
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Whittier Elementary School, Oak Park, IL 715 North Harvey Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School 325 South Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Oak Park & River Forest High School 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 519 N Elmwood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/17/2025
Sold
$1,100,000
-6.7%
MLS
8/08/2025
Price Reduced
$1,179,000
-1.75%
MLS
7/11/2025
Listed
$1,200,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
519 N Elmwood Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 (MLS# 12417903) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,100,000 on October 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 519 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.

