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Property Description
Welcome to 819 Wenonah Ave, a rarely available sturdy vintage Oak Park residence set on a desirable double lot and filled with character, warmth, and timeless details. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-family home beautifully blends classic craftsmanship with thoughtful updates, and expanded living space. The home's inviting wrap-around front porch connects seamlessly to the large back porch, creating an exceptional outdoor living area. Inside, original details add distinctive character, including beautiful stained-glass windows and a built-in dining room hutch. Hardwood floors, redone in 2019, abound this home. Brand new stainless steel appliances accompany a 2008 addition which expanded the home with a spacious kitchen, breakfast room, and living room, providing a comfortable gathering space for everyday living and entertaining. The upstairs bathroom was rehabbed in 2013, while an upstairs HVAC was added in 2015. The home also features upgraded 200-amp electric service (2015) and a replacement downstairs HVAC (2016). Large fenced in backyard (2023), complete with 2 4x8 foot raised vegetable garden beds. Located within walking distance of Lincoln Elementary, Brooks Middle School, Hole in the Wall Frozen Custard and Yogurt Shoppe, and the Oak Park Blue Line station. Excellent grocery store options including family owned neighborhood store Carnival, and the brand new Pete's just minutes away. The Park District's Wenonah Park is on the block! Great neighborhood feel with twice yearly block parties. This is the one you have been looking for, make an appointment to see it today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 819 Wenonah Ave
General
- Sold For: $800,000
- Taxes: $11,951 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12749097
- Added to Site: 45 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Decorative
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Oak Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Jackson to Wenonah, South to 819
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: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Individual Controls
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: American Foursquare
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1917
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1917
- Tax Amount: $11,951.19
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16181280230000
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Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 819 Wenonah Ave
School Districts:Oak Park and River Forest District 200, Oak Park Elementary School District 97
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Oak Park, IL 1111 South Grove Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School 325 South Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Oak Park & River Forest High School 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 819 Wenonah Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/05/2026
Sold
$800,000
14.45%
MLS
9/02/2026
Listed
$699,000
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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.
819 Wenonah Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304 (MLS# 12749097) is a Single Family property that was sold at $800,000 on October 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 819 Wenonah 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.

