638 West Oakdale Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657

$1,800,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,754 Sq. Ft.
$479 / Sq. Ft.
3,754
Sq. Ft.
$479
per Sq. Ft.

Description

With an exciting blend of original detailing and modern redesign, this dreamy Greystone on an oversized lot offers unexpected delights at every turn - a joyous living and entertaining experience. A formal entrance with a gorgeous intricately detailed staircase leads to the light-filled main hall which opens to a wonderful sequence of rooms: double parlors with extensive molding, curved bay windows and fireplace; a grand formal dining room w/herringbone floors and a marble fireplace flanked by built-in...With an exciting blend of original detailing and modern redesign, this dreamy Greystone on an oversized lot offers unexpected delights at every turn - a joyous living and entertaining experience. A formal entrance with a gorgeous intricately detailed staircase leads to the light-filled main hall which opens to a wonderful sequence of rooms: double parlors with extensive molding, curved bay windows and fireplace; a grand formal dining room w/herringbone floors and a marble fireplace flanked by built-in display shelving, and French doors onto a spectacular newly-refurbished glass solarium ideal for a casual living space looking up to the sky and out to the private grounds. An open staircase leads to the restaurant-caliber European kitchen and adjacent prep kitchen with dumbwaiter; a full laundry/utility room; and an additional flex hang-out/office space. The second floor includes the charming primary suite, additional bath, and a glorious library/family room w/custom display shelving, glass fronted bookcases and third fireplace. A sweet balcony faces the tree-lined street. Upstairs are two more bedrooms and a full bath. This house is easily convertible to 5 bedrooms. When it seems like every house looks and feels the same in the City, this designer home offers a refreshing alternative in an ideal walk-to-everything location. 2-car brick garage.

Listing Agent

  1. Brad Lippitz

    Brad Lippitz

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    brad.lippitz@compass.com

    P: (773)-230-5100

Sold By Compass

Property Details for 638 West Oakdale Avenue

Area
CHI - Lake View
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
3
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water/Steam, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls, Zoned
LISTING UPDATED: 08/18/2022 06:23 PM

Property Details for 638 West Oakdale Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11359179
Days on Market23
Taxes$22,836 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1882
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,500 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 638 West Oakdale Avenue

Stories-Year Built1882Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,500 SF

Property Information for 638 West Oakdale Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lake View High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
  • Room Type: Library, Pantry, Heated Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, Intercom, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 28 X 125
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stone
  • Roof Type: Asphalt, Rubber
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 3000
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 638
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2022-04-14T18:20:07
  • Photos Count: 34
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X17
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X17
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X14
Family Room Information
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X20
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 34X13
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X11
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 19X13
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 20X18

Property History for 638 West Oakdale Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 638 West Oakdale Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$46,875Additions$58,125Total$105,000
Tax Record2022$20,893 ($1,741 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,404 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,404 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,125 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1882CountyCOOKAPN14-28-111-028

Schools near 638 West Oakdale Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Nettelhorst Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lake View High School
Public9 to 12

Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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