Step into the timeless charm of Vernon Watson's(Tallmage & Watson) own prairie-style residence! This beautiful three-bedroom, one and a half bath home is filled with leaded glass, rich wood details, and plenty of sunlight. The main level boasts pristine oak and fir floors, a cozy living room with a fireplace and sunroom combo, and a formal dining room. Perfect for gatherings, the first-floor family space flows into a kitchen with a cozy coffee nook overlooking a sprawling 171-ft deep lot with an expansive deck for outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, find warm and inviting bedrooms with more leaded glass details and an updated bath. The unfinished basement has incredible potential for rec space, office, and bedroom. Enjoy a beautiful location with convenient access to parks, schools and local favorite... farmers market!
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$656,000
643 Fair Oaks Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
3beds
1,608sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
8,550 Square Feet Lot
$698,400 Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$3,435 Estimated rent
Home value
$698,400
$629,000 - $782,000
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Warm and inviting bedroomsPlenty of sunlightUpdated bathSunroom comboFormal dining roomLeaded glassRich wood details
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Listed by:
Kevin Calkins 708-829-2112,
Compass
Bought with:
Cory Kohut, ABR,e-PRO
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12370613
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X7
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,608 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,550 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X171
Details
- Parcel number: 16064160130000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Prairie
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Oak Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $408/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $550,000
- Annual tax amount: $16,849
- Date on market: 5/22/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $656,000+31.5%$408/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12370613 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$310/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12370613 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000+16.3%$310/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12370613 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2013 | Sold | $429,000$267/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2013 | Sold | $429,000-3.4%$267/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08210168 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2012 | Pending sale | $444,000$276/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner Real Estate #08210168 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2012 | Listed for sale | $444,000+15.2%$276/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner Real Estate #08210168 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2001 | Sold | $385,500+16.5%$240/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2000 | Sold | $331,000+59.9%$206/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/1996 | Sold | $207,000+42.1%$129/sqft |
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| 10/12/1993 | Sold | $145,666$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,587 +4.4% | $55,000 |
| 2023 | $16,849 +13.6% | $55,000 +30.8% |
| 2022 | $14,832 +2.4% | $42,045 |
| 2021 | $14,487 -9.5% | $42,045 -10.5% |
| 2020 | $16,013 -14.1% | $46,967 -9.7% |
| 2019 | $18,640 +3.9% | $52,015 |
| 2018 | $17,939 +2.1% | $52,015 |
| 2017 | $17,568 +16.3% | $52,015 +30% |
| 2016 | $15,104 +12% | $40,025 |
| 2015 | $13,488 +7.5% | $40,025 |
| 2014 | $12,552 +9.2% | $40,025 +13.3% |
| 2013 | $11,499 +7.6% | $35,335 |
| 2012 | $10,684 +2.3% | $35,335 |
| 2011 | $10,442 -16.5% | $35,335 -22.6% |
| 2010 | $12,511 +14.3% | $45,642 -2.5% |
| 2009 | $10,948 +3.4% | $46,792 -7% |
| 2008 | $10,586 -4.1% | $50,314 +2.6% |
| 2007 | $11,037 +3.5% | $49,023 |
| 2006 | $10,659 +2.4% | $49,023 |
| 2005 | $10,407 +6% | $49,023 +27.2% |
| 2004 | $9,813 +7.4% | $38,550 |
| 2003 | $9,134 +3.9% | $38,550 |
| 2002 | $8,790 +35.1% | $38,550 +48.9% |
| 2001 | $6,506 +3.5% | $25,893 |
| 2000 | $6,288 +14.8% | $25,893 |
| 1999 | $5,477 | $25,893 |
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Neighborhood: 60302
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Whittier Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Gwendolyn Brooks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Oak Park & River Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whittier Elementary School
- 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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