Exceptional opportunity to acquire a solid brick vintage 4-unit full occupancy in highly desirable Oak Park, a transit oriented submarket known for stable tenancy and longterm appreciation. Located just off 290, this classic 1925 building sits on an oversized 50x125 lot and features four spacious 2 bed/1bath units with timeless character-original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, vintage trim, ceiling fans, and abundant natural light throughout. Each unit includes a full appliance package with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and pantry, supporting strong tenant demand and easy leasing. Updated kitchens and baths. All units occupied, offering stable income. A full unfinished basement provides excellent storage capacity and potential for expanded laundry or future value added improvements. The property also includes a rare 4 car detached garage plus an additional exterior space, creating additional income and enhancing overall return. Outdoor amenities include a rear porch perfect for tenant seating and a fully enclosed wooden privacy fence, increasing tenant appeal and longterm retention. Tenants pay electric and gas, reducing operating exposure and supporting stronger net performance. With a 6.7% CAP rate built on strong annual rental income and minimized operating expenses, this asset delivers the fundamentals investors seek. Stable cash flow, low vacancy risk, and multiple avenues for value creation in one of Oak Park's most desirable rental corridors. Property being sold as-is.
Active
Price cut: $15K (8/26)
$885,000
17 Garfield St, Oak Park, IL 60304
8beds
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Multi Family
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$857,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tall ceilingsOriginal hardwood floorsAbundant natural light throughoutUpdated kitchens and bathsCeiling fansVintage trim
- 31 days
- 885
- 72
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Vanessa Carlson 800-403-8716,
Illinois Discount Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12722022
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub
Heating
- Radiant
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Side Apron, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X125
Details
- Parcel number: 16173150020000
- Zoning: MULTI
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Details
- Builder model: 4 Unit
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Oak Park
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $16,658
- Date on market: 8/2/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$857,400
$815,000 - $900,000
$2,204/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $885,000-1.7% |
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| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $900,000 |
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Neighborhood: 60304
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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.






