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Property Description
*** Multiple Offers Received. Highest and Best due by 4pm on Sunday, July 19th. Classic charm, modern functionality, and a layout that truly sets this home apart. Built in 1917 and set on an oversized 48' x 170' lot, this beautifully maintained home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths above grade, plus a finished lower level featuring a private bedroom, full ensuite bath, and oversized walk-in closet. This thoughtfully designed home offers an exceptional combination of space, flexibility, character, and storage. Two bedrooms on the main level and two on the second floor create a versatile arrangement, while abundant natural light and beautiful details throughout make this home warm and inviting. The living room features incredible natural light, a wood-burning fireplace surrounded by built-ins, and beautiful stained glass windows. The dining room offers additional charm with stunning built-in cabinetry, while the kitchen features exposed brick, a center island, ample cabinetry, and an eat-in area. A convenient mudroom adds everyday practicality. The exterior spaces are a true extension of the home, with a welcoming front patio, beautifully landscaped grounds, a rear deck, and multiple areas designed for relaxing, gathering, and entertaining. A 2-car garage built in 2020, plus an additional parking pad accommodating at least two more vehicles, adds convenience and flexibility. Located in the sought-after Whittier Elementary School district, this home beautifully balances classic character with everyday functionality. Welcome home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 519 N Taylor Ave
General
- Price: $685,000
- Taxes: $15,576 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12702949
- Updated: 7/20/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Interior
- Basement: Finished, E
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Concrete, Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Oak Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Oak Park
- Driving Directions: North of Chicago Avenue on Taylor.
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, Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Storage Space, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,198
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1917
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 48 x 170
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1917
- Tax Amount: $15,576.2
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16053240200000
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Schools
Schools serving 519 N Taylor 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 | 0.3 mi |
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School 325 South Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Oak Park & River Forest High School 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 519 N Taylor Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$14,893
—
$48,179
-2%
2023
$14,893
8%
$48,999
24%
2022
$13,821
2%
$39,413
—
2021
$13,502
-6%
$39,413
-7%
2020
$14,372
-4%
$42,472
—
2019
$15,008
-2%
$42,548
-5%
2018
$15,296
-6%
$44,857
—
2017
$16,202
58%
$44,857
60%
2016
$10,265
12%
$28,000
—
2015
$9,151
-22%
$28,000
-20%
2014
$11,680
52%
$34,856
33%
2013
$7,681
-1%
$26,230
—
2012
$7,722
—
$26,230
—
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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519 N Taylor Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 (MLS# 12702949) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 519 N Taylor Avenue is currently listed for $685,000 and was received on July 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 519 N Taylor 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.

