Community Corner
This is What $399,000 Buys You
For $399,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first one is located in Oak Park, the second one in River Forest.
1. 526 N. Elmwood Ave., Oak Park: Priced at $399,000, according to listings.
This is a four-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family home. The 1,600 square-foot home, built in 1902, sits on a 8,599 square-foot lot.
The stucco four-square house includes hardwood floors throughout, a wood-burning fireplace, and art glass and a beamed ceiling in the living room. A small deck is included off of a second-floor bedroom.
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Realtor source/information: Nancy Jarrett, (708) 557-8109.
2. 35 Franklin Ave., River Forest: Priced at $395,000.
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This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family home. The 1,960 square-foot house includes hardwood floors, and a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms.
The living room includes a gas fireplace, and a den/office is located on the first floor. The house includes central air and replacement windows. The fenced backyard has a large deck and gazebo with a bar, and a hot tub.
Realtor source/information: Jan Raspatello, (708) 851-2208, Better Homes and Gardens Gloor Realty Company.
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Oak Park-River Forest // Forest Park
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