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139 S Grove Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302
$1,025,000
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Property Description
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
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 139 S Grove Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,025,000
- Taxes: $35,961 (2021)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 11004801
- Added to Site: 1, 191 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Den/Library
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Additional Information
- Equipment: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 6
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Type: Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- Area: Oak Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: 2 blocks West of Oak Park Ave, 2 Blocks South of Lake Street
School Information
- School District: 97
- Midd School District: 97
- Elementary School: Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
- Middle School: Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
- High School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- Private School: Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Queen Anne
- Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 7,126
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1894
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: VICTORIAN
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2266
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 70 x 140
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1894
- Tax Amount: $35,961
- Tax Year: 2021
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16073050220000
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Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 139 S Grove Ave
School Districts:Oak Park - River Forest School District 200, Oak Park Elementary School District 97
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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508 N Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi | |
325 S Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi | |
201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 139 S Grove Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/28/2024
Sold
$1,025,000
-3.21%
MLS
11/10/2023
Price Reduced
$1,059,000
-1.49%
MLS
6/29/2023
Price Reduced
$1,075,000
-8.82%
MLS
7/19/2021
Price Reduced
$1,179,000
-4.53%
MLS
5/26/2021
Price Reduced
$1,235,000
-3.89%
MLS
2/26/2021
Listed
$1,285,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
139 S Grove Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302 (MLS# 11004801) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,025,000 on March 28, 2024. Want to learn more about 139 S Grove Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Oak Park? You can browse all Oak Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.