519 Elmwood Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302
$1,179,000
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For Sale
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| Status: | Contingent |
| Sqft: | 0 |
| Cost/Sqft: | — |
| Beds: | 4 |
| Baths: | 4 |
| Year Built: | 1910 |
| Property Taxes: | $34,807 |
| Days On Market: | 60 |
| Lot Size: | 0,00 |
Description
Spectacular John W. Morgan historic home built in 1910 by renowned architect Thornton Herr. 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in main house plus stunning additional space in recently built coach house apartment, designed and built by Oak Park's own Elements Architectural firm. Mediterranean influenced Prairie style architecture gives this home the perfect blend of aspirational glamour and friendly design. First floor features generous foyer open to sun-drenched, jumbo-sized living room with stylish mantle fireplace, open floorplan to extra-large formal dining room with built-ins galore and French doors to access cozy office/den. Light, bright, huge, and fully updated kitchen with high end finishes and appliances, extra long Island with plenty of storage, loads of seating, custom cabinets, cleverly designed 'mud room' storage lockers, and banks of windows to enjoy views of the truly outstanding yard and patio. First floor also features full bathroom with walk-in shower and stylish craftsman finishes. Second floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 updated full bathrooms including recently renovated bathroom in primary suite with heated floors, herringbone marble tile, walk in shower, and designer features. Semi-finished basement with exposed brick and timber ceilings is very large, fun hang out space with cool Industrial vibes plus ceiling height to accommodate equipment for a great workout area. Backyard is a star with large minimalistic infinity deck off the kitchen, plenty of green space for play, show-stopping patio with custom pergola, built in grill/ buffet in Tuscan high style that's perfectly on point with the home's original Mediterranean arches and architectural details. The recently built coach house garage replicates the main house's original Mediterranean Prairie architectural style down to the last luxurious detail, a rarely available feature! Coach house 'lobby' has dramatic double doors that open to patio/yard...every host's dream indoor/outdoor party space featuring polished concrete floors and discrete access to 2 car garage. The upstairs is finished to perfection with wide plank wood floors, cathedral ceilings, built in bunk-bed alcoves, totally open floorplan, custom cabinets and long quartz buffet, French doors to balcony overlooking yard and patio, 2nd washer/dryer, and gorgeous full bathroom with walk in shower and high end finishes. Recent improvements include solar panels, new sewer line all the way to the street, brick pavers on front and side walkways, new brick back patio, pergola and built in grill, front stone patio, landscape design, exterior lighting, cedar fence, dual French drain sump pump with battery back up, updated basement, renovated primary suite bathroom.recent tax appeal won with reduction in 2nd installment. Beautiful, distinctive, move-!in ready home with space to spare, hyper-convenient central location, prime spot to enjoy all the best of Oak Park, highly sought after block, walk to schools, parks, Green line, shopping, and more!
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| 1910 | |
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| Cook | |
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| — / Not Applicable | |
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| 12417903 | |
| 16064230200000 |
Nearby Schools
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High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch |
200 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 15 Aug, 2013 | Sold | $645,000 | MRED MLS |
| 12 Jun, 2013 | Under contract | $649,000 | MRED MLS |
| 10 Jun, 2013 | Listed for sale | $649,000 | MRED MLS |
| 21 Mar, 2014 | Sold | $667,500 | MRED MLS |
| 13 Feb, 2014 | Under contract | $659,000 | MRED MLS |
| 10 Feb, 2014 | Listed for sale | $659,000 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Sep, 2025 | Under contract | $1,179,000 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $1,200,000 | MRED MLS |
| 11 Jul, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 4
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Bathroom in Basement: 0
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Other Specifics
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| 8600 | |
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2013 | $16,299 |
| 2014 | $16,763 |
| 2025 | $34,807 |
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