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Monday, April 15, 2013

House Wow! $489K Home With Beautiful Patio

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home for sale in the Forest Park-Oak Park-River Forest area.

Address: 513 Thomas Ave., Forest Park Cost: $489,000 Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Built: 2005 Days on market: 86 This Forest Park home features hardwood floors throughout, a large three-car garage and a nice front porch. The rear patio is beautiful custom brick and has a sauna.  See more photos of this home on Aol Real Estate. 

Friday, April 12, 2013

Real Estate: This is What $250K Will Buy You

We look at two similarly priced homes, one in Oak Park and one in Forest Park. Which would you prefer?

1. 1123 Hayes Ave., Oak Park: Priced at $250,000, according to listings.  This is a four-bedroom, three-bathroom single family home.  This brick bungalow was built in 1944 and has 1,800 square feet of living space. It's been on the market for 56 days. It features hardwood floors, and a bathroom on each floor. The master bedroom also has an alcove.  2. 1044 Hannah Ave., Forest Park: Priced at $250,000, according to listings.  This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom single family home. The Cape Cod has been on the market for 20 days. It features an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a large, fenced back yard. It also has a full, finished basement with high ceilings.  Realtor source/information:  Aol Real Estate. Are you a …

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Sold! Local Home Sales: April 11 Edition

Check other recent property transfers in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest.

A three-bedroom, three-bathroom home located at 847 Lathrop Ave. in Forest Park recently sold for $335,000. The home was built in 1925 and spent 137 days on the market. It's a brick bungalow that's been completely renovated, and it sits on a deep lot. On the first floor, there's a den that could be converted into another bedroom or an office. The lower level is finished and features a recreation room, a bedroom and a full bathroom.  Are you a realtor? Feature recent sales and upcoming open houses in our Local Voices section. Email editor Michael Sewall atmichael.sewall@patch.com with questions.  These other properties recently sold, according to Cook County public property records. Forest Park Oak Park River Forest About this column: Each …

Monday, April 8, 2013

House Wow! $1.545M Steel-Framed Beauty

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home for sale in the Forest Park-Oak Park-River Forest area.

Address: 312 Franklin Ave., River Forest Cost: $1.545 million Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 4 Built: 2005 Days on market: 265 This steel-frame home sits on a double lot, with an expansive, open floor plan. There are lofted ceilings with a chef's kitchen, and a first-floor master suite. The family room has a fireplace, and there are two office rooms.  See more photos of this home on Aol Real Estate. 

Friday, April 5, 2013

Real Estate: This is What $900K Will Buy You

We look at two similarly priced homes, one in Oak Park and one in River Forest. Which would you prefer?

1. 241 S. Elmwood Ave., Oak Park: Priced at $899,000, according to listings.  This is a six-bedroom, four-bathroom single family home. The home has 3,900 square feet of living space and is designated as an Oak Park landmark. It features an open floor plan with lots of space and light, as well as a fireplace. It has spent 14 days on the market at of April 4. 2. 540 Keystone Ave., River Forest: Priced at $889,000, according to listings.  This is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom single family home. The 3,000-square-foot Victorian was built in 1890 and features new windows and interior painting. It has a brick patio, a gourmet kitchen with a granite island and an area that opens from the kitchen to the family room, which has a fireplace.  Realtor…

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Sold! A $1.15M Beauty, and More Local Home Sales: April 4 Edition

Check other recent property transfers in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest.

A five-bedroom single family home in River Forest recently sold for $1.15 million.  The home has four full bathrooms and two half-baths, and 5,207 square feet of living space. It spent 162 days on the market.  It was built in 1970 and features bright, open rooms and private gardens and walkways. The finished basement has a workout area, and there's a library and billiards room.  Are you a realtor? Feature recent sales and upcoming open houses in our Local Voices section. Email editor Michael Sewall at michael.sewall@patch.com with questions.  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 …

Monday, April 1, 2013

House Wow! 6-Bedroom Home With Coach House for $1.4M

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home for sale in the Forest Park-Oak Park-River Forest area.

Address: 312 N. Euclid Ave., Oak Park Cost: $1.395 million Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 8 Square footage: 6,500 Sq Ft Built: 1907 Days on market: 55 This 6,500-square-foot home begins with a large and elegant foyer, and the beauty continues throughout. The second and third floors are private quarters, and the master suite contains a bedroom, bathroom and sitting room. It has a third-floor family room with a pool table and a bar. There's also a 1,700-square-foot coach house in the rear that comes with its own two-car garage.  See more photos of this home on Aol Real Estate. 

Friday, March 29, 2013

This is What $600,000 Will Buy You

We look at two similarly priced homes, one in Oak Park and one in River Forest. Which would you prefer?

1. 170 N. Scoville, Oak Park: Priced at $599,000, according to listings.  This is a five-bedroom, three-bathroom single family home. The home, built in 1908, features a beautiful open front porch and a double-door entry. The Victorian and an open floor plan and a fireplace, as well as large windows to let in lots of light. There is also raised flower beds and a third floor, though it's noted that needs some work. 2. 517 Thatcher Ave., River Forest: Priced at $600,000, according to listings.  This is a four-bedroom, two-bathroom single family home. The Colonial has 2,604 square feet of living space and sits on a large lot within walking distance to the Metra and shopping. The large living room has a wood-burning fireplace, and the home also…

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Sold! Local Home Sales: March 28 Edition

What's selling? A three-bedroom home in Forest Park just sold for $425,000. Check other property transfers in Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest.

A three-bedroom, four-bathroom home at 7727 Adams St. in Forest Park recently sold for $425,000.  The 2,900-square-foot home was built in 1910 and spend 84 days on the market. It features a 2.5-car garage. The kitchen overlooks the adjoining family room, which has surround sound installed. The home also has a large, landscaped yard with a fence.  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 more …

Monday, March 25, 2013

House Wow! Frank Lloyd Wright for $1.248M

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home for sale in the Forest Park-Oak Park-River Forest area.

Address: 636 N. East Ave., Oak Park Cost: $1.248 million Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square footage: 4,300 Sq Ft Built: 1903 Days on market: 291 This is Frank Lloyd Wright's WE Martin House, complete with Prarie details that have been preserved and restored. The house features original oak woodwark, 59 art glass windows, three Roman brick wood-burning fireplaces and an open floor plan. There's also a beautiful deck in the back with a park-like yard. See more photos of this home on Aol Real Estate. 

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