Meticulously maintained and move-in ready, this charming Oak Park bungalow offers comfortable living with thoughtful updates throughout. Hardwood floors run across the first floor, including the spacious living room with a built-in bookcase and decorative fireplace. The adjoining sunroom, framed by wraparound windows, is perfect for a home office, reading nook, or play space. Just off the living room, the full dining room offers a great setting for everyday meals or entertaining. The expansive kitchen spans the full width of the home and features an impressive amount of cabinetry, granite countertops, newer appliances, and plenty of room to cook, gather, and entertain. A contemporary full bath on the main level adds convenience. The 2nd floor is filled with natural light from skylights in every room and offers two nicely sized bedrooms, including a large primary bedroom, along with a beautifully appointed full bath and generous finished kneewall storage. The finished basement adds flexible living space with an area perfectly suited for a home office, plus plenty of room for a family room, recreation space, guest setup, or potential third bedroom option. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped yard with a paver patio and brand-new privacy fence, creating a lovely outdoor retreat. A 2-car garage with workshop space completes the home. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, entertainment, schools, parks, and I-290. Multiple offers received. Highest and Best due 5/17 at 7p.
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$495,000
1159 S East Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304
2beds
1,552sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
3,906 Square Feet Lot
$497,000 Zestimate®
$319/sqft
$3,336 Estimated rent
Home value
$497,000
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Decorative fireplaceBuilt-in bookcaseTwo nicely sized bedroomsBrand-new privacy fenceGenerous finished kneewall storageBeautifully landscaped yardImpressive amount of cabinetry
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Listed by:
Peggy Sersen (224)699-5002,
Redfin Corporation
Bought with:
Joseph Gasso
Baird & Warner, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12647593
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 525 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X25
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Granite Counters), Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 396 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X20
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X5
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: 6 Panel Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Blinds, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Screens, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Egress Window,Partial
- Attic: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,552
- Total interior livable area: 1,552 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
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,906 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 16184250190000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Oak Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $319/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $290,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,743
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Sold | $495,000+12.8%$319/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12647593 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $439,000$283/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12647593 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Contingent | $439,000$283/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12647593 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,000+278.4%$283/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12647593 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/1996 | Sold | $116,000$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,743 +4.4% | $29,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $8,373 -12.3% | $28,999 +2.6% |
| 2022 | $9,543 +2.3% | $28,273 |
| 2021 | $9,333 +1.6% | $28,273 |
| 2020 | $9,189 +21.5% | $28,273 +22.2% |
| 2019 | $7,561 +3.9% | $23,138 |
| 2018 | $7,276 +1.9% | $23,138 |
| 2017 | $7,138 -14% | $23,138 +0.1% |
| 2016 | $8,301 +12.3% | $23,122 |
| 2015 | $7,392 +7.3% | $23,122 |
| 2014 | $6,887 -2% | $23,122 -4.6% |
| 2013 | $7,029 -0.6% | $24,228 |
| 2012 | $7,071 +1.6% | $24,228 |
| 2011 | $6,961 -7% | $24,228 -23.6% |
| 2010 | $7,482 +11.8% | $31,707 |
| 2009 | $6,693 +14% | $31,707 -7% |
| 2008 | $5,872 -1.4% | $34,095 +14.8% |
| 2007 | $5,958 +4.3% | $29,701 |
| 2006 | $5,713 +2.3% | $29,701 |
| 2005 | $5,585 +5.3% | $29,701 +36.8% |
| 2004 | $5,302 +7.2% | $21,719 |
| 2003 | $4,947 +3.9% | $21,719 |
| 2002 | $4,762 +45.4% | $21,719 +54.7% |
| 2001 | $3,276 +3.4% | $14,042 |
| 2000 | $3,169 +7.6% | $14,042 |
| 1999 | $2,946 | $14,042 |
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Neighborhood: 60304
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Irving Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 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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