Friday, March 8, 2013
For around $300,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Oak Park, the second is in River Forest.
1. 536 S. Cuyler Ave., Oak Park: Priced at $299,800, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, single family house. The 1,600 square foot house was built in 1917. Its updated kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances. The house also has a dining room, a fireplace in the family room, and hardwood floors throughout. The home has been professionally painted and had its roof replaced in 2011. Realtor source/information: American International Realty Corp., (773) 509-9493. 2. 509 Forest Ave., River Forest: Priced at $300,000, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, one-bedroom, single family house built in 1926. The bungalow house is being sold in as-in condition. It has hardwood floors and woodwork…
Thursday, March 7, 2013
A four-bedroom house in Oak Park recently sold for $390,000.
A four-bedroom, three-bathroom, single family house at 1025 S. Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park, recently sold for $390,000. The 1,536 square foot house was built in 1909. It has a new roof, an eat-in kitchen with a large pantry, and a formal dining room. Additionally, the home has a large deck and two extra rooms that could be used as office space or bedrooms. These other properties recently sold, according to Cook County public property records. Forest Park Oak Park River Forest About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult the Oak Park-River Forest and Forest Park Patch Real Estate Directories. Want …
Friday, March 1, 2013
For $749,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Oak Park, the second is in River Forest.
1. 721 Ontario St., Oak Park: Priced at $749,000, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium built in 1924. The two-story unit is located in the Oak Park Club. It has 15-foot ceilings, cornices, built-ins and a marble fireplace. The home's kitchen has cherry cabinets and stainless steel appliances, and the first-floor family room has access to the deck and courtyard. Additionally, the home has attic space and a separate storage unit. Realtor source/information: Patsy Bonniwell. 2. 7366 Lake St., River Forest: Priced at $749,000, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, 3,000 square-foot condominium built in 2002. The condo, located on a private floor, has elevator key access and two …
Thursday, February 28, 2013
A two-flat in Forest Park recently sold for $251,500.
A two-flat building at 528 Hannah Ave., Forest Park, recently sold for $251,500. Both of the building's units include woodwork, hardwood floors,, rear porch rooms and built-ins in the kitchens. The first unit includes three bedrooms, one bathroom and a two car garage. The property also includes a front porch, a fenced yard and laundry facilities in the basement. These other properties recently sold, according to public property records. Forest Park Oak Park River Forest About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult the Oak Park-River Forest and Forest Park Patch Real Estate Directories. Want more …
Monday, February 25, 2013
For $165,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in River Forest, the second is in Forest Park.
1. 1535 Park Ave., River Forest: Priced at $165,000, according to listings. This is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium built 1965. The top floor unit, located in a five-story building, has a private terrace. The condo has parquet floors throughout, as well as an open living room and dining room. The kitchen features an eating area, and the master bedroom has a bathroom and a walk-in closet. Realtor source/information: Tracy Anderson. 2. 251 Marengo Ave., Forest Park: Priced at $165,000, according to listings. This is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,150 square foot condominium built in 1970. The home includes a large living room and dining room, as well as a balcony. The eat-in kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and granite …
Friday, February 22, 2013
A four-bedroom house in Oak Park recently sold for $710,000.
A four-bedroom, four-bathroom, single-family house at 818 N. Grove Ave., Oak Park, recently sold for $710,000. The 5,007 square foot house was built in 1910. It has gas fireplaces in the living, dining and media rooms. It has a finished third floor, a lower level and a master suite. The home's kitchen has stainless steel appliances, including a Dacor over and a subzero refrigerator. Outside, a deck is located off of the great room. These other properties recently sold, according to Cook County public property records. Forest Park Oak Park River Forest About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult …
Thursday, February 21, 2013
A three-bedroom condo in River Forest recently sold for $92,500.
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium at 411 Ashland Ave., River Forest, recently sold for $92,500. Located on the fifth floor of the brick building, unit 5E has a foyer that leads to a large living room and formal dining room. The vondo also has an eat-in kitchen, and the master suite has a large amount of closet space. These other properties recently sold over the past few months, according to public property records. Forest Park Oak Park River Forest
For between $395,000 and $399,900, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in Oak Park, the second is in Forest Park.
1. 1014 Wisconsin Ave., Oak Park: Priced at $395,000, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family house built on a 5,249 square foot lot in 1912. The two-story home's kitchen has cherry cabinets, granite counters and black appliances, as well as a breakfast room. Additionally, the home has hardwood floors and many of its rooms are painted in neutral tones. Between 2003 and 2010, the home's kitchen, bathrooms, windows, patio roof and sump pump/drain tile were all updated. The home also has an updated finished basement, a three-season porch and a patio in the back yard. Realtor source/information: Laurie Shapiro. 2. 1005 Ferndinand Ave., Forest Park: Priced at $399,900, according to listings. This is a three-…
Saturday, February 9, 2013
For between $143,900, and $150,000, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes. The first is located in River Forest, the second is in Forest Park.
1. 419 Edgewood Pl., River Forest: Priced at $143,900, according to listings. This is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom, 600 square-foot condominium built in 1950. Located near the Metra, Keystone Park and Forest Preserve trails, the condo's roof was replaced in 2006. The home has Pella windows, hardwood floors under the carpet, and its water heater was replaced in 2001. The condo's washer and dryer is located in a shared basement. Realtor source/information: Quin OBrien. 2. 7251 Randolph St., Forest Park: Priced at $150,000, according to listings. This is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom condo built in 1964. The renovated unit is located in a courtyard building. Located on the top floor, its new kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite …
Thursday, February 7, 2013
A three-bedroom house in River Forest recently sold for $462,000.
A three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, single-family house at 219 Gale Ave., River Forest, recently sold for $462,000. The 1,646 square-foot was built on a 9,400 square-foot lot in 1971. Its kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances, a large living room, a screen porch and a large backyard. The home's family room has a gas log fireplace, and gleaming hardwood floors are located throughout the house. These other properties sold in the past few months, according to public property records. Forest Park Oak Park River Forest About this column: Each week, Sold! highlights a bit of information about a recent home sale to offer some perspective on the housing market. Looking to buy, sell or rent a property? Consult the Oak …
