Welcome to this timeless center-entry brick Colonial, offering 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of Oak Park's most desirable neighborhoods. The gracious center entry sets the tone for a warm welcome. A spacious living room, anchored by a classic wood-burning fireplace, is filled with natural light. The updated kitchen features an island, eating area, all stainless appliances including two built-in ovens and a beverage fridge. It opens seamlessly to the family room, and together these spaces enjoy views of the backyard-perfect for everyday living and entertaining.. The dining room flows easily from the kitchen, while a first-floor office/den provides versatility. Upstairs, the large primary suite offers comfort and privacy, complemented by four additional bedrooms that allow flexibility for guests or a home office. Enjoy gatherings in the large backyard and appreciate the convenience of a two-car garage plus an additional exterior parking pad for a third car. With a stately presence, abundant space, and incredible potential, this home is ready to be reimagined. Hardwood floors are under all carpeting except the back bedroom. Boiler (2010), hot water heater (2022), and two central air conditioning units.
Active
$750,000
917 Fair Oaks Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
5beds
3,735sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
8,550 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceTree-lined streetFamily roomLarge backyardGracious center entryTwo-car garageViews of the backyard
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 17 hours ago
Listing courtesy of:
Cindy Metcalf, CSC 630-531-5188,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12449128

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Bedroom 5, Mud Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X15
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X19
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X30
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X6
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,735
- Total interior livable area: 3,735 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 8,550 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50x171
Details
- Parcel number: 16062280200000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Fan-Whole House, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt,Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, 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: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $772,330
- Annual tax amount: $23,232
- Date on market: 8/22/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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