Welcome to the John Seaman House built in 1894 designed by Fidelke & Ellis. This majestic Victorian home commands your attention with it's impressive wrap around porch and grand entrance. The Oak Park Historical Society considers this home to be the most "intact" Victorian in the area. It has all the original features such as ornate custom millwork, stained glass windows, 11 foot ceilings & 6 fireplaces with unique hand-carved mantels. The eye catching woodwork includes White Oak, Mahogany, Curly Beach, Butternut & Georgia Pine. There is a large entry with a built-in curved bench which leads to the open grand hall. The living room/double parlor features a fire place and expansive windows which look out on to the front porch. Enter the library with built-in bookcases and a beautiful stained glass window. The large dining room has a hard carved shell motif sideboard flanked with columns and gorgeous windows. Each room is separated by original "pocket doors" that match the woodwork of each room. You will love the 1st floor office perfect for today's remote learning/working. The dazzling staircase is highlighted by a dramatic stained glass window and intricate carved spindles. The enormous master suite has a giant sitting room with a fireplace and a recently renovated bath. There are 3 additional bedrooms, additional full bath and a large office on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor ballroom/recreation room is massive. There are 2 additional bedrooms, a newly renovated full bath & large office on this floor. The 1 bedroom coach house, which is currently rented month to month, has a recently renovated bathroom. There are 2 garages with parking for six cars. Please see a list of renovations under "additional information". This spacious, one-of-a-kind home is not to be missed. Great location - close to train, downtown Oak Park, restaurants & shops. Please note: The coach house entrance is an exterior spiral staircase. 2020 taxes are $35,165.00
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$1,025,000
139 S Grove Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
6beds
7,126sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1894
9,870 Square Feet Lot
$1,438,600 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$6,682 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,438,600
$1.27M - $1.64M
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Fire placeGorgeous windowsExpansive windowsUnique hand-carved mantelsWhite oakCurly beachStained glass windows
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Listed by:
Anthony Iwersen, SFR 708-772-8040,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Kathy Iwersen 708-772-8041,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Luke Blahnik
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11004801
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Library, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Other Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X23
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X16
Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X20
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Butler), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Library
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X9
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Office
- Level: Third
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X20
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Recreation room
- Level: Third
- Area: 1050 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X42
Sitting room
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Sitting room
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 7,126 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 6
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 9,870 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70X140
Details
- Parcel number: 16073050220000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Queen Anne
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1894
Details
- Builder model: VICTORIAN
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Oak Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,100,000
- Annual tax amount: $35,961
- Date on market: 6/11/2023
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/28/2024 | Sold | $1,025,000-3.2%$144/sqft |
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| 2/8/2024 | Pending sale | $1,059,000$149/sqft |
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| 11/10/2023 | Price change | $1,059,000-1.5%$149/sqft |
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| 9/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,075,000$151/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11004801 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2023 | Contingent | $1,075,000$151/sqft |
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| 6/29/2023 | Price change | $1,075,000-8.8%$151/sqft |
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| 9/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,179,000$165/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11004801 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2022 | Contingent | $1,179,000$165/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11004801 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,179,000-15.8%$165/sqft |
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| 1/14/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/16/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000+23.1%$196/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty LLC #10882901 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2006 | Sold | $1,137,000$160/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2023 | $34,779 -5.7% | $110,000 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $36,869 +2.5% | $99,433 |
| 2021 | $35,961 +2.3% | $99,433 |
| 2020 | $35,165 -17.5% | $99,433 -13.2% |
| 2019 | $42,630 +3.9% | $114,543 |
| 2018 | $41,029 +2.2% | $114,543 |
| 2017 | $40,152 +8.9% | $114,543 +21.8% |
| 2016 | $36,857 +11.8% | $94,070 |
| 2015 | $32,978 +7.6% | $94,070 |
| 2014 | $30,662 +1.3% | $94,070 -1.6% |
| 2013 | $30,255 -0.1% | $95,596 |
| 2012 | $30,289 +3.3% | $95,596 |
| 2011 | $29,329 -3% | $95,596 -9.6% |
| 2010 | $30,245 +10.6% | $105,740 |
| 2009 | $27,347 +4.5% | $105,740 -7% |
| 2008 | $26,180 +11.5% | $113,699 +24.8% |
| 2007 | $23,484 +9.6% | $91,109 |
| 2006 | $21,433 +2.5% | $91,109 |
| 2005 | $20,909 +20.4% | $91,109 +36.5% |
| 2004 | $17,365 +7.6% | $66,724 |
| 2003 | $16,142 +3.9% | $66,724 |
| 2002 | $15,533 +15.3% | $66,724 +29.7% |
| 2001 | $13,469 +3.5% | $51,436 |
| 2000 | $13,010 +2.3% | $51,436 |
| 1999 | $12,722 | $51,436 |
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Neighborhood: 60302
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Oliver W Holmes Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Gwendolyn Brooks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
- Middle: Gwendolyn Brooks 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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