Address
218 Wesley Avenue, Oak Park, IL
Price
$ 890,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#11983894
  • TypeContingent
  • CountyCOOK
  • CityOak Park
  • AreaOak Park
  • NeighborhoodFrancisco Terrace
  • Zip60302
  • StyleVictorian
  • Year Built1897
  • Taxes$ 15518
  • Price$ 890,000
  • Bedrooms6
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage3302
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description

This lovely Victorian, in much sought after location, has all the classic character you're looking for: hardwood floors, bullseye woodwork, natural wood, floor-to-ceiling windows, refurbished hardware, rear staircase, claw foot tub, bay windows, picture rails, transom windows, and stunning stained glass. Wonderful floor plan with double door entry, incredible Foyer with ornate spindled staircase & vintage light fixture, Back Porch/Mud Room off the island Kitchen that leads to the Deck and expansive yard, 1st floor Family Room, and 2nd floor Master Suite. Owners have made significant improvements! 2024: new vanity in 2nd floor hallway bath. 2022: Kitchen Quartz Counters, new cabinet hardware & backsplash. 2020: basement tile flooring. 2018: Deck replaced, Brick Paver Walkways installed. 2017: asbestos professionally removed from basement. 2015: Master Bath added, new Tear Off Roof & new Decking, reconfigured new 1st floor Half Bath. 2014: New Water Line, added Central Air Conditioning, Completely Finished the 3rd floor (2 Bedrooms and Bath). 2013: new Boiler. 2012: new Chimney Liner. 2011 foundation tuckpointed, replaced water heater. All Windows Rebuilt (except for foyer, living rm, kitchen) 2013-2023. Master Bath has a double bowl vanity and large shower. 3rd floor bath has a double bowl vanity and glass tile shower with bench & porcelain tile flooring. Dining Room hardwood flooring has a ribbon border. Kitchen includes desk area and endless oak cupboard space. 3 car garage & 1 parking space. Basement offers informal space for workout area, workshop, laundry room & gaming area. 1st & 2nd floors have GHW heat and space Pac C/A. 3rd floor has GFA/CA. Real estate taxes are on a Historic Tax Freeze through the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, which will not transfer to the new owners. See this one today!

Elementary School Middle School High School
Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Price History
2/21/2024 Listed $890,000

General Features

Interior Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings,Skylight(s),Hardwood Floors,Center Hall Plan,Historic/Period Mlwk,Some Carpeting,Special Millwork,Some Window Treatment,Some Wood Floors,Drapes/Blinds,Separate Dining Room,
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air,Steam
Cooling Central Air,Space Pac
Possession Negotiable
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Exterior Features Deck,Storms/Screens
Garage Spaces 3
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Victorian
Year Built 1897
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Oak Park
Tax Year 2022
Percent Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Contingency Attorney/Inspection
Total Rooms 10
Status Contingent
Directions Choice location south of the Green Line El and east of Oak Park Avenue
High School Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
City Oak Park
High School District 200
MLS Area Oak Park
Waterfront Y/N No
Street Name Wesley
Elementary School Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
Tax Annual Amount 15518.5
Middle/Junior High School Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=BvXRwfrV2dt&mls=1
Days on Market 87
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Middle/Junior School District 97
Elementary School District 97
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Basement Full
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Street Suffix Avenue
Laundry Features Sink
Total Bedrooms 6
Room Type Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Enclosed Porch,Deck,Foyer
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 4
Bedrooms Possible 6
Window Features Bay Window(s),Blinds,Curtains/Drapes,Shutters,Storm Window(s),Window Treatments,Wood Frames,Some Stained Glass,Some Wood Windows
Basement Unfinished,Storage Space
Bathrooom Double Sink

Exterior Features

Parking Features Assigned,Side Apron
Lot Features Fenced Yard
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 4
Lot Dimensions 50.1 X 174.9
Other Equipment TV-Cable,CO Detectors,Ceiling Fan(s)
Garage Onsite Yes
Garage Type Detached
Garage Ownership Owned
Exterior Frame

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Contingent Average in 60302

Price
AVG $530K
$890K
Taxes
AVG $11,770
$15,518
Visits
AVG 123
261
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1940
1897

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