708 Forest Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302
$750,000
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Sold
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| Status: | Closed |
| Sqft: | 3,206 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $218 |
| Beds: | 4 |
| Baths: | 3 |
| Year Built: | 1912 |
| Property Taxes: | $22,882 |
| Days On Market: | 1373 |
| Lot Size: | 0,00 |
Description
MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED-HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS DUE BY SUNDAY 4/24 @ 6PM. Own a piece of history! The E.E. Roberts Amling House, originally built for Earnest Amliing "The Rose King" in 1912, is a stunning example of prairie architecture with timeless features and beautiful original detailing throughout! The generous open front porch welcomes you. Then step into the custom tiled entry paying homage to the original owner with a rose pattern. The huge sweeping Living Room features a wood burning fireplace, with gorgeous built in cabinets and tons of stained glass. The elegant dining room features a beamed ceiling and two sets of bi-fold doors, one made of stained glass, the other made of quarter-sawn oak. The first floor also features a large family room, sun-room or office with a beautiful view of the back yard. Wood flooring throughout is quarter-sawn oak. The kitchen is extremely large and ready for you to customize. Powder room is a few steps down from the kitchen. The wide open staircase has an original bench seat on the mid-landing and leads to a large landing on the second floor. 4 generous bedrooms are on this level. There are 2 full baths, including an en-suite off the primary bedroom. There are original built-in linen cabinets in the hall and bathroom. A finished staircase takes you to the 3rd floor which is a large open space with stained glass and skylights. This bonus space could be converted to a primary suite, additional family room or office. The basement features a finished family room, large storage area and laundry room. Large backyard is deep and has raised garden beds behind garage. Garage features interior staircase to 2nd floor loft. This home is eligible for IL Historic Home Tax Freeze Program. Ask listing agent for more details.This is an Estate Sale. Home is being sold AS IS.
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| 1912 | |
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| Cook | |
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| — / Not Applicable | |
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| 11368181 | |
| 16063100100000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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Grade School
Horace Mann Elementary School |
97 | — | |
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Middle School
Percy Julian Middle School |
97 | Not in DB | |
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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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| 17 Jun, 2022 | Sold | $750,000 | MRED MLS |
| 24 Apr, 2022 | Under contract | $699,000 | MRED MLS |
| 20 Apr, 2022 | Listed for sale | $699,000 | MRED MLS |
| 5 Jun, 2024 | Sold | $1,165,000 | MRED MLS |
| 10 Apr, 2024 | Under contract | $1,195,000 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $1,299,900 | MRED MLS |
| 12 Mar, 2024 | Listed for sale | $1,299,900 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
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Basement Description: Partially Finished
Other Specifics
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| Concrete | |
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| 60 X 175 | |
| Finished,Full,Interior Stair | |
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| Not in DB | |
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2022 | $22,882 |
| 2024 | $21,807 |
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