803 Forest Avenue

Oak Park, IL 60302

$599,000
Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
2,200 Sq. Ft.
$272 / Sq. Ft.
2,200
Sq. Ft.
$272
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming & updated American Foursquare in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District! This 3-bedroom + den, 1.5 bath large Single-Family home sits on an oversized, deep lot on highly sought-after Forest Avenue! This classic has been meticulously cared for and updated while maintaining its timeless sophistication. The main floor features a wide Sun-room that opens to a large formal Living Room featuring a gorgeous fireplace surrounded by built-in shelving that opens to a formal Dining room and leads...Charming & updated American Foursquare in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District! This 3-bedroom + den, 1.5 bath large Single-Family home sits on an oversized, deep lot on highly sought-after Forest Avenue! This classic has been meticulously cared for and updated while maintaining its timeless sophistication. The main floor features a wide Sun-room that opens to a large formal Living Room featuring a gorgeous fireplace surrounded by built-in shelving that opens to a formal Dining room and leads to an updated kitchen featuring Stainless Steel appliances, butcher-block countertops, newer cherry cabinetry & quaint eat-in area that overlooks your huge back deck & professionally landscaped yard - all perfect for entertaining! The 2nd Floor features 3 full bedrooms + a light-filled den, a large primary bedroom and a brand-new full bathroom with penny-tile flooring & classic Subway Tile surround. The partially finished Lower Level boasts a Family Room, storage, laundry and a roughed-in bathroom...all on a unique, extra-deep (179') L-shaped lot that has a professionally landscaped yard (2 PIN #'s) featuring several sitting areas, a water-fountain & flagstone pathway, an outdoor fireplace, 2-car garage (+ additional 2 outdoor parking spaces) and all on a very quiet, amazing block. This home is just steps from the Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio and downtown Oak Park's great area restaurants, shopping, theater, library, many area parks, transportation, and top-rated Mann Elementary School & Field Park! *Also, per the city of Oak Park, an ADU/coach-house could be built on the property*

Listing Agent

  1. Derek DiSera

    Derek DiSera

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    derek.disera@compass.com

    P: (773)-255-1550

Property Details for 803 Forest Avenue

Area
Oak Park
Township
Oak Park
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2024 11:54 AM

Property Details for 803 Forest Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12188155
Days on Market35
Taxes$12,433 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1926
Lot Size-
CountyCook County

Building Information for 803 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size-

Property Information for 803 Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 130
  • Elementary School: Horace Mann School
  • Jr High Middle School: Percy Julian Middle School
  • High School District: 200
  • High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 97
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Side Apron, Additional Parking, Direct Access, Rear/Side Entry
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Full
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Decorative
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room, Sun Room, Family Room
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Shared, Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 30 X 179.79 X 57.88 X 38.77
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 62
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: Image360
  • Virtual Tour YN: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 17X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 14X12
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 21X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X13
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X7
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X13
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 12X7

Property History for 803 Forest 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 803 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,556Additions$28,215Total$32,771
Tax Record2022$11,271 ($939 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,433 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,433 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,050 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyCOOKAPN16-06-302-032

Schools near 803 Forest Avenue

This home is within Oak Park - River Forest School District 200.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Horace Mann Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Percy Julian Middle School
Public6 to 8

Oak Park & River Forest High School
Public9 to 12

The Field School
PrivatePK to 6

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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