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Property Description
Elevate your expectations! This charming and classic home has been completely reimagined offering the perfect alignment of original finishes and of-the-moment updates and upgrades. Enjoy the coveted location boasting a tranquil setting with easy access to downtown Oak Park, the shops and restaurants along Madison Street plus the green or blue line into the city. The covered front porch extends a hearty welcome and a gesture of hospitality to all. An impressive foyer is enhanced with a custom built-in trimmed with colorful art glass. Stained glass windows in the living room and art glass in the formal dining room add color and charm. The spacious dining room has a built-in buffet with a sophisticated marble bar. Gleaming oak floors, updated lighting and crisp white walls create a showcase living/dining space making it the perfect back drop for your furnishings. The chic and sleek kitchen is the ideal layout for meal prep, baking and casual meals. The design aesthetic is modern and minimal with a combination of white cabinets, white quartz counter tops and GE Cafe' Series appliances. So bright and inviting with recessed and pendant lighting plus abundant natural light streaming through large windows with south and east exposure. A large walk-in pantry is an original feature that was thoughtfully retained for its utility. The adjoining enclosed porch creates a cozy sitting space and can do double duty as a mud room. Two large bedrooms and a full bath complete the first floor. The primary suite is a show stopper! It has all the space and features on your wish list! The king sized suite has an inspired design that includes a sitting space, a walk-in closet with glass paned door and a designer bath. The oversized spa bathroom has upgraded finishes with a walk in glass shower, double vanity sink, curated lighting and striking black and white tile. The fourth bedroom and third full bath complete the 2nd floor. The large basement is freshly painted and ready for your needs, be it a family room, workout space, extra storage or a combination use. You'll love the oversized lot with a tall privacy fence just waiting for your ideas! All new copper plumbing, 200 amp electrical service, tear off architectural shingle roof, new windows, new Rheem hvac and Navien high-efficiency tankless hot water heater - nothing to do but move in. Don't settle for ordinary, this extraordinarily reimagined and stylishly renovated home is THE ONE!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 640 S Grove Ave
General
- Sold For: $749,000
- Taxes: $12,611 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12354272
- Added to Site: 282 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off-Street, Owned, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Oak Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Oak Park Ave to Madison, then west on Madison 1 block to Grove, south on Grove to 640.
School Information
- School District: 97
- Midd School District: 97
- Elementary School: Abraham Lincoln Elementary Schoo
- 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
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,008
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1911
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1911
- Tax Amount: $12,611
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16181170120000
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Schools
Schools serving 640 S Grove Ave
School Districts:Oak Park Elementary School District 97, Oak Park and River Forest District 200
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Oak Park, IL 1111 South Grove Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School 325 South Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Oak Park & River Forest High School 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 1 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 640 S Grove Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/08/2025
Sold
$749,000
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MLS
5/13/2025
Listed
$749,000
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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.
640 S Grove Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304 (MLS# 12354272) is a Single Family property that was sold at $749,000 on July 08, 2025. Want to learn more about 640 S Grove 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.

