Nestled in the heart of Oak Park, a community celebrated for its architectural legacy and vibrant character, 1036 N. Oak Park Ave. invites you to embrace a life where vintage charm meets modern convenience. Known as the hometown of Frank Lloyd Wright , Oak Parks rich history and dynamic culture make it a truly one of a kind place to call home. And now this stunning home can be yours. This lovely mid-century modern home has been thoughtfully & tastefully updated. All 3 great sized bedrooms & 2 full updated baths are on the main level. The welcoming hallway leads to the kitchen, which offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island with room for bar seats. Beyond the kitchen is the heated sun room which is adjacent to the attached garage. The lower level features a full finished family room, powder room, kitchen, dry bar, gas burning ventless fireplace, custom closets, 2 additional bonus rooms and a water prevention system. Lots of updates - Exterior and interior paint refresh (25) chimney tuckpoint (17), attic insulation added (25), landscape refresh (25), rewired basement (22) and more. Located 10 miles directly west of the center of the Loop, transportation is convenient thanks to the CTA Blue & Green Lines, Pace buses, the Oak Park Metra station & the Eisenhower Expressway. Three parks are within walking distance. This is the home you've been waiting for - welcome home!
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$593,505
1036 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
3beds
1,961sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
6,200 Square Feet Lot
$625,200 Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$5,196 Estimated rent
Home value
$625,200
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Wood burning fireplaceTraditional fireplaceFinished family roomMid-century modern homeBig windowsHeated sun roomPowder room
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Listed by:
Mae Canady 630-929-1100,
Charles Rutenberg Realty
Bought with:
Steven Green
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12411902
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Heated Sun Room, Bonus Room, Workshop, Kitchen
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 588 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X21
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1008 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36X28
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Kitchen 2nd
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,961 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Breezeway
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,200 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 16062160040000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Oak Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $303/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $521,260
- Annual tax amount: $15,047
- Date on market: 7/22/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2025 | Sold | $593,505$303/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12411902 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2025 | Pending sale | $593,505$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12411902 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $593,505$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12411902 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2025 | Pending sale | $593,505$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12411902 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $593,505$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12411902 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,713 +4.4% | $52,126 |
| 2023 | $15,048 +24.3% | $52,126 +38.3% |
| 2022 | $12,108 -17.4% | $37,688 -16.6% |
| 2021 | $14,665 +1.4% | $45,185 |
| 2020 | $14,456 +20.6% | $45,185 +20.8% |
| 2019 | $11,982 +3.9% | $37,404 |
| 2018 | $11,529 -9% | $37,404 -9.1% |
| 2017 | $12,675 -9.2% | $41,169 +5.6% |
| 2016 | $13,961 +4% | $38,968 -6.6% |
| 2015 | $13,421 -3.9% | $41,714 -9.5% |
| 2014 | $13,966 +6.1% | $46,079 +2.5% |
| 2013 | $13,168 -0.5% | $44,969 |
| 2012 | $13,239 +1.5% | $44,969 |
| 2011 | $13,040 -3.7% | $44,969 -16.2% |
| 2010 | $13,535 +8.4% | $53,664 |
| 2009 | $12,488 +8.1% | $53,664 -7% |
| 2008 | $11,552 +15.6% | $57,704 +24.7% |
| 2007 | $9,994 +3.8% | $46,288 |
| 2006 | $9,628 +1.9% | $46,288 |
| 2005 | $9,450 +6% | $46,288 +27.3% |
| 2004 | $8,914 +6.9% | $36,361 |
| 2003 | $8,336 +0.8% | $36,361 |
| 2002 | $8,266 +24.4% | $36,361 +37.7% |
| 2001 | $6,647 +3.5% | $26,410 |
| 2000 | $6,424 | $26,410 |
| 1999 | $6,424 | $26,410 |
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Neighborhood: 60302
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Percy Julian Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Horace Mann Elementary School
- Middle: Percy Julian Middle School
- High: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- District: 97
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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