Welcome to 1156 Wesley, a 4,000 sq ft completely renovated showpiece in Oak Park's historic village that offers effortless modern living across from the beautiful Euclid Square Park, with tennis courts, a baseball diamond, and a playground right outside your door. With every system, fixture and finish fully rebuilt in 2017 and still feeling brand new, this stunning 5-bedroom, 4-bath three-story home features soaring high ceilings, an open concept layout, and gorgeous grey oak hardwood floors throughout. The chef's kitchen is an entertainer's dream with a 9-foot island, custom cabinetry, GE Cafe appliances, custom lighting, and a wine/beverage fridge. The main floor offers flexible living with a bedroom or office plus a full bathroom. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite includes a private balcony for morning coffee, a huge walk-in closet, and a spa-like bathroom with both a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Second-floor laundry includes a sink and extra storage. The finished basement elevates entertainment with a wet bar featuring its own beverage fridge, a great theater area, an additional bedroom, full bathroom, home gym and large storage area. Modern amenities include zoned heating and cooling with Amazon Alexa Ecobee thermostats, all-updated electrical and plumbing, French doors, solid-core interior doors, and a gas fireplace. With large, plentiful closets, a two-car garage, a fenced yard, and an unbeatable location where you can walk to restaurants, shops, and transit or drive to the city in minutes, 1156 Wesley truly offers the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and community-just unpack and relax!
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$995,000
1156 Wesley Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304
5beds
3,987sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
4,726 Square Feet Lot
$1,025,100 Zestimate®
$250/sqft
$5,317 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,025,100
$923,000 - $1.14M
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Gas fireplaceFenced yardAdditional bedroomSoaring high ceilingsFinished basement elevates entertainmentLuxurious primary suiteSolid-core interior doors
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Listed by:
Kara Gabbert Keller, e-PRO,SFR 708-705-5272,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Non Member
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12503832
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Foyer, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X15
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X26
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X24
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X9
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,987 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,726 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 38 X 126
Details
- Parcel number: 16184240060000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Oak Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $636,660
- Annual tax amount: $20,755
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2/2026 | Sold | $995,000$250/sqft |
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| 12/16/2025 | Pending sale | $995,000$250/sqft |
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| 11/18/2025 | Contingent | $995,000$250/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000+28.4%$250/sqft |
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| 1/18/2018 | Sold | $775,000-3.1%$194/sqft |
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| 12/22/2017 | Pending sale | $799,900$201/sqft |
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| 12/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $799,900+227.8%$201/sqft |
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| 7/22/2016 | Sold | $244,000+3.9%$61/sqft |
Source: EXIT Realty solds #3482457485663264211 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2016 | Pending sale | $234,900$59/sqft |
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| 7/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $234,900$59/sqft |
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| 6/7/2016 | Listing removed | $234,900$59/sqft |
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| 5/17/2016 | Price change | $234,900-2.1%$59/sqft |
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| 4/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $239,900+49.9%$60/sqft |
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| 10/1/2014 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 9/15/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 9/4/2014 | Sold | $160,000-56.2%$40/sqft |
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| 8/20/2013 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 8/17/2013 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 3/2/2004 | Sold | $365,000+55.3%$92/sqft |
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| 2/3/2003 | Sold | $235,000$59/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $63,666 |
| 2023 | $20,755 +44.6% | $63,666 +70.3% |
| 2022 | $14,357 +2.6% | $37,387 |
| 2021 | $13,990 +2.5% | $37,387 |
| 2020 | $13,648 +8.2% | $37,387 +13.7% |
| 2019 | $12,615 +3.9% | $32,881 |
| 2018 | $12,142 -18.9% | $32,881 -20.7% |
| 2017 | $14,971 +42.2% | $41,449 +58.5% |
| 2016 | $10,528 -5.2% | $26,158 -15.1% |
| 2015 | $11,105 +2.6% | $30,793 -11.7% |
| 2014 | $10,827 +9.5% | $34,878 +5.7% |
| 2013 | $9,884 -6% | $32,999 -5.2% |
| 2012 | $10,511 +2.3% | $34,803 |
| 2011 | $10,275 +8.5% | $34,803 -9.7% |
| 2010 | $9,472 +10.2% | $38,528 |
| 2009 | $8,596 +7.3% | $38,528 -7% |
| 2008 | $8,011 -1.2% | $41,429 +9.3% |
| 2007 | $8,111 +3.9% | $37,893 |
| 2006 | $7,810 +2.4% | $37,893 |
| 2005 | $7,629 +2.7% | $37,893 +27.8% |
| 2004 | $7,426 +7.3% | $29,643 |
| 2003 | $6,918 +3.9% | $29,643 |
| 2002 | $6,658 +26.3% | $29,643 +53.3% |
| 2001 | $5,270 +15.5% | $19,334 |
| 2000 | $4,562 +17.6% | $19,334 |
| 1999 | $3,880 | $19,334 |
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Neighborhood: 60304
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Irving Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Percy Julian Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Irving 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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