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Contents
Does your house have vacuum breath?
Springing into home remodeling...........................B4 Home furnishings
& accessories .......................B6-B7
Spring Cleaning: Time for a frest start B11
Spring greening and backyard-scaping B12
Tiptoe through the tulips..............................B15
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ON THE COVER: Joshua and Wesly Finn explore the Oak Park Conservatory in Oak Park on April 6.
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Springing into home remodeling
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By Lacey Sikora Contributing Reporter
fter a winter indoors with plenty of time to contemplate what’s wrong with their homes, many homeowners look to spring to freshen up the interior and exteriors of their abodes with remodeling and renovation projects. Older housing stock needs maintenance, and spring can be the time to tackle myriad home projects, from painting to carpentry. Anthony Taglia, of Anthony’s Remodeling & Painting, has been rehabbing homes for over 30 years in the Oak Park area. He thinks spring is a popular time for home projects for two reasons. “Spring is busy because a lot of people get a tax refund and want to put that money back into their houses,” he said. “Of course, the weather also makes it easy to finish projects involving outdoor work.” If your house is one of your biggest assets, it makes sense to invest not only in upkeep but also in improvements. Ta-
glia thinks that over the long haul, real estate is a safe investment and remodeling projects can pay dividends, noting that adding another bathroom to a house might increase the home’s value twofold over the costs spent on the addition. Spring is also the ideal time for painting projects. It’s easier to paint the inside of a house when windows can be opened for ventilation. Exterior paint that was starting to look tired in the fall may experience serious peeling problems after a season of snow and ice. Late spring and fall are the best times to complete painting projects outside in the Oak Park area, Taglia said. “Before we had weather apps on the phone, it was tough to tell when you were going to get a rainy patch,” he noted, “but now it is a lot easier to predict when you’ll have a string of days that are dry. You want to be able to start and finish a project in the pe-
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The use of color in exterior painting highlights architectural details. Courtesy anthonysdecorating.com
riod of a few days so you don’t have to deal with changes in paint color that can happen over time.” Taglia often works on detailed painting schemes for the area’s many Victorian homes and said that the older homes can require maintenance beyond a simple paint job. Houses with wooden frames and historical pedigrees may need more than just a quick touch up, particularly if the wood is rotting or the foundation is not stable. “Rebuilding a porch can take a lot of preparation,” Taglia said. “If a porch is really old, there can be code changes when you go to rebuild. In River Forest, we recently completed a wrap-around porch with a circular staircase. We
needed to get architect drawings and follow historic district guidelines.” Another reason for a busy spring season: the real estate market. With warmer temps, the local market tends to heat up, too. Many families with children are hoping to buy or sell in time to get the kids established in school by the fall. The rash of home sales triggers home-improvement projects, everything from getting a house ready for market to new owners looking to make a new house their own. Whether your home needs a simple facelift or more comprehensive remodeling, once the weather changes it is a good time to call your favorite contractor and get on the schedule.
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Glass bunnies will add dimension to your home, or frolicking fun to your garden scape! -Careful Peach
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Monogrammed hand towels add a personal touch to your home, and make great hostess gifts! -Careful Peach
Nothing says spring like a lamp adorned with tulips! -Divine Consign
Doesn’t everybunny love quirky home touches? -Careful Peach
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Add vintage charm to your home with this 1920’s flag glass lamp by Edward Miller. -Arcade Jewelers
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SSpring can be in your yo home, in your gar garden, and on your fingers! -Arcade Jewelers
▲ A dresser with spring-like accents is perfect for a little girls room or any plant-loving lady! -Divine Consign
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SPRING CLEANING: Time for a fresh start
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n the first warm days of spring, all around town, people are opening their windows and doors to air out homes closed up all winter long. While fresh air makes us feel good, a lot more elbow grease goes into actually cleaning a home in the spring. Traditionally, many believe that the concept of spring cleaning began with the Jewish faith in anticipation of the Passover feast and an attempt to rid homes of any traces of leavened bread. In other faiths, a thorough cleaning is associated with the period of Lent before Easter. Before modern conveniences such as vacuum cleaners, the spring was often considered an ideal time for a thorough cleaning because windows and doors could be opened for dusting with no fear of insects coming in, and coal furnaces could be turned off. Lee Latham of We Clean Green says a good, deep cleaning is appropriate for all seasons, but she has a few tips based on her own methods for homeowners looking to start the spring season with a really clean home. “I tell people to go above, below, beside and behind. These are the areas you don’t see often, and it’s very easy to forget about them.”
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Above means looking to areas like the top of refrigerators or the tops of kitchen cabinets that often collect a lot of dust. Below can mean everything from the neglected underside of a pedestal sink to wiping underneath kitchen appliances where dust and debris are often found. Latham likes to clean behind pictures on walls and behind the books on bookshelves. She also recommends getting in the nooks and crannies between kitchen appliances and cabinets.
Lee Latham, Owner of eco-friendly cleaning company We Clean Green, steam cleans a client’s house. File photos
Latham uses a chemical-free steam cleaning method to get her clients’ houses clean and ready for spring and notes that many of her clients are looking for relief from respiratory distress, which can be exacerbated by dust and conventional cleaners. “Many of the area’s older homes have features that can be hard to clean yourself. Radiators are terrible collectors of dust and pet fur, and they can be difficult to get clean on your own.” She says that spring is a great time to tackle these difficult areas as well as other spots that might not get cleaned on a weekly basis in every home. “Drapery should be vacuumed or taken down and cleaned. Blinds can be cleaned and dusted. Wiping down ceiling fans and light fixtures will get rid of a lot of dust. Spring is also a great time to clean the vent over the cook top, really clean the grunge out of the dishwasher and clean the inside of the fridge, too. Even simple items, like knobs and handles are some of the germ-iest places in your home.” Whether you do it yourself or hire a professional, a good spring cleaning can you leave you and your home feeling healthier and ready for warm weather.
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Spring greening and backyard-scaping
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By Lacey Sikora Contributing Reporter
ith a warmer winter than usual (thank you, El Nino!) area yards are turning green ahead of schedule. Across Chicagoland, homeowners are itching to get outside and start working. Patrick Jones, owner of Oak Park-based The Yard Crew, says spring is always a busy time for his landscaping business as homeowners gear up to enjoy the outdoors again. “Everything looks so bad after winter, so everyone wants to spruce things up. A lot of people also wrapped up construction projects over the fall and winter, and their yards are basically mud pits.” Whether homeowners are looking for a simple spring cleanup or a more comprehensive landscape design for their outdoor space, Jones has crews dedicated to regular lawn care as well as more sizeable landscape design projects. Established customers are often looking for maintenance work, but oth-
ers see their yards as a blank slate. “We mow about 250 lawns a week in Oak Park and River Forest. We have several crews doing mowing, maintenance and pruning work. Other crews are working on patios, landscape design projects and whole yard design.” Jones has been working in the area for 13 years and went back to school to take horticultural classes so he could better service his clients. He also works as an authorized installer for Unilock, which allows him to bring the latest in technology to his patio and paving projects. Once the weather is warmer, he sees a lot of clients looking to expand their outdoor living spaces with a patio using stone work that complements their older homes. “Another big thing in Oak Park is that people love to put in fire pits,” he noted. “They like to make their backyards a bit of a destination for the 6-7 months a year that we can take
advantage of our outdoors space.” For regular spring clean-ups, he is already working with clients to remove dead debris from last year’s growing season. He assesses the perennials and prune backs plants as needed. But a big part of spring yard work is getting grass prepared for the summer. Patrick “We get the aeration done Jones and take care of over-seeding,” he said. “A very big part of getting a lawn to bounce back is assessing the fertilization and weed prevention needs and getting that first round of fertilizer down.” Jones said it is important to seek out a landscape company that is certified in fertilization and pesticides in order to get the best results for an individual growing season. “This year, we didn’t get a long, deep freezing season,” he
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Courtesy The Yard Crew
Hardscape and landscaping projects enhance front and back yards. noted. “We’re anticipating a big grub problem this year because the frost wasn’t that deep.” Since grubs feed on roots, Jones said there is a small window in May to treat grubs and after that, homeowners should watch for dead patches in their yards later in the summer caused by grubs.
Overall, though, the warmer winter is a boon for everyone ready to escape their homes for some sunshine and greenery. Jones remarked, “As it continues to be warm, things are sped up a bit. Overall, it looks like it will be warmer than usual, making everything bloom a bit earlier than usual.”
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Tiptoe through the tulips: Spring at the conservatory
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he Oak Park Conservatory has been bringing year-round spring to the community since 1929. The conservatory opened in 1914 as a community effort to house plants that residents brought home from exotic travels. When a local ball bearing company at Garfield and East Avenue closed in 1928, the Village Park Commission purchased the lot, and Forest Park-based Foley Greenhouse Manufacturing constructed the conservatory. The building was designated an Oak Park Historic Landmark in 2004. In 1970, the conservatory had to be closed due to falling glass and general decay, and volunteer Elsie Jacobsen led a campaign with many volunteers to save the building. In 1986 Elvira and Herbert Rubenstein formed
the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory, a grass roots organization to raise funds to help maintain the building. In 1990, the group held its first spring plant sale and raised almost $6,000 in funds for the conservatory. Patti Staley, director of horticulture for the conservatory, says the event continues to this day and is a key stop for local homeowners looking to replenish their flower and vegetable gardens. “This is the 27th year for the plant sale,” Staley said. “It’s one of those events in the spring that the community really looks forward to. The majority of the plants are grown right
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here in the conservatory, from edibles to ornamentals. It’s a nice buffet to shop from, and we also have flowers and herbs.” The plant sale takes place this year from Friday, April 29 through Sunday, May 1, but Staley notes that other programs make the conservatory worth visiting during the spring. On Saturday April 16, the conservatory will host a pre-Mother’s Day Tea Cup Party. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, tea, and create a tea cup garden to take home. One of Staley’s favorite activities is an ongoing program that helps locals bring the beauty of the natural world to their own homes. On the first Tuesday of the month, visitors can meet with one of the conservatory’s landscape designers. See OAK PARK CONSERVATORY on page B16
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4BR 4.5BA • 3,800 sqft. • $849,000
SPACIOUS BRICK BEAUTY! Gracious 1st floor with huge living room, separate dining room + office/study! Chefs kitchen features top of the line appliances, granite counters and bar seating. 1st floor Family Room off of kitchen with stone fireplace. Master Suite offers a large bath. Fully finished 3rd floor and finished basement.
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228 Gale, River Forest 6BR, 5BA • 5000 Sf • $1,499,000 NEW CONSTRUCTION 4 levels; Top-of the Line Finishes! Four levels of living space and top-of-the-line finishes. Master suite with all amenities, full finished 3rd flr with guest suite. Ready in Spring 2016!
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Generations of Excellence since 1958
708.771.8040 • 7375 W. North Ave., River Forest Donna Barnhisel Dan Bogojevich Anne Brennan Karen Byrne Kevin Calkins Tom Carraher Pat Cesario
MANAGING BROKER/OWNERS Andy Gagliardo Tom Poulos
Joe Cibula Don Citrano Julie Cliggett Alisa Coghill JoLyn Crawford Maria Cullerton Karen Doty
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1500 MONROE • RIVER FOREST OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
1046 N GROVE • OAK PARK OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
843 N EAST AVE. • OAK PARK OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
510 FERDINAND • FOREST PARK OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
PR ICE R ED UCE D!
PRI C E REDUC ED!
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N E W L I S T I N G!
LOTS OF LIVING SPACE in this mid-century ranch. Sun filled corner lot with formal LR, gas fp, hw floors. DR, kitchen and den/4th BR all open to private patio. Spacious MBR with walk-in closet, built-ins and MBA. Large fam rm and two more BRs with Jack and Jill bath. ................................................................................................. $529,000
CLASSIC BRICK COLONIAL has it all! Move right in to this 4BR, 2BA home. Tastefully decorated, updated gourmet kitchen that opens to family room, and hand turned French doors that open to DR. Addl fam room on lower level. Great house for entertaining! ..... .................................................................................................$895,000
LARGE FAMILY HOUSE in need of some TLC. Great location. 4+ BR’s and 1-1/2 BAs. Extra room on 3rd floor can be BR or family room. Sun porch off LR. Many options for kitchen remodel. Open unfinished bsmt ready to be tapped. Hardwood. This home is waiting for your idea’s...................................................................$450,000
GREAT STARTER HOME or condo alternative! Darling bungalow with beautifully finished hardwood floors. Spacious living & dining room with 2 bedrooms and 1 updated bath. Both basement and attic could be finished to add to your living space. 2 car garage + 3 additional spots...................................................................... $259,000
ADDITIONAL OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2016
523 JACKSON • RIVER FOREST OPEN SUNDAY 1-4
942 FRANKLIN • RIVER FOREST • OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
FINEST CONSTRUCTION of 1960 era. Very best maintenance. All new windows & doors. Fully auto internet security & climate control system. Wonderful open floor plan. Ideal for entertaining. Beveled glass windows & doors. Courtyard entry from circular driveway...........................................................$999,999
907 KEYSTONE • RIVER FOREST • OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
BEAUTIFUL HOME tastefully restored and updated for today’s style. Restored hardwood floors, crown molding, chair rails, pocket doors, etc. Large master suite, updated MBA. LL fam rm, attd 2-car garage and private screened-in porch are among the special features this home provides. .............................$639,000
ATTRACTIVE COLONIAL in the heart of town! Professionally designed home with hardwood floors throughout, and crown molding. Freshly painted. Located on larger lot. Large screened porch graces the back of home that overlooks 1/3 of an acre. Walk to everything. ............................................................................. $699,000
RIVER FOREST HOMES
326 ASHLAND • RIVER FOREST • OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
827 N OAK PARK • OAK PARK OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
STUCCO HOME with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor kitchen-family addition, 2nd floor bedroom & master suite addition. Lower level rec room, laundry & storage. Newer 2 car garage and fenced in yard. Zoned heat and central air. This is no ordinary expanded bungalow........................................................$569,500
1535 FOREST # 306 • RIVER FOREST • OPEN SUNDAY 12-2
NEW LISTING. STUNNING 2 BR, 2 BA CONDO in a well maintained ELEVATOR building in north River Forest. Open LR and DR boast new hardwood floors, oversized master BR with walk in closet, and kitchen with new appliances. Many updates to this freshly painted unit. .................................$184,999
151 LEMOYNE • OAK PARK • OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED ORIGINAL DETAILS in this home. Original trim, beautiful leaded glass windows and gorgeous built-in›s. A perfect marriage of OLD and NEW. Updated kitchen, large spacious rooms on the main floor. Lots of closet space, including master walk in closet ..............................................$549,00
1219 N EUCLID • OAK PARK • OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
QUINTENSSENTIAL OAK PARK HOME! This 3BR, 1-1/2 BA home offers lots of space to grow. Enter thru the substantial light filled Living Room, proceed to the Dining Room with coved moldings. 1st floor family room located right off the kitchen. Generous sized bedrooms. ...............................................................$545,000
ROOM FOR EVERYONE and stunning finishes throughout. Newly finished kitchen features 2 dishwashers and a built in bar with beverage center. Top end bathrooms. Master Suite features a deck, walk-in closet and a redone bath. Beautiful decorating. Beautiful landscaping. ............................................................................$749,000
ELMWOOD PARK HOMES
609 N TAYLOR • OAK PARK • OPEN SUNDAY 1-3
A ONE OF A KIND HOME! Impeccable restoration of original home with a fabulous addition. Gorgeous decor & architectural detail throughout. Perfect for intimate or grand scale entertaining. ............................................. $3,750,000 BURMA BUILT BUHRKE HOUSE combines Tudor revival & chateau style architecture elements. Gorgeous décor and impeccable attention to detail and care found in house. ................................................................................$2,649,000 WILLIAM SLOAN HOUSE was built in 1928 & features 6 BRs, 7 full BAs. Includes a Coach house with 2 BRs, 1-1/2 BAs, exercise gym and wine tasting room. Meticulously maintained!...........................................................$2,600,000 EXPANSIVE LUXERY throughout this elegant French Provincial Estate. Open concept Great Room, 5BR Suites, Wine Tasting Room, Movie Theater, Golf Simulator, Screened porch. ............................................................$2,499,000 PRICE REDUCED. SPECIAL HOME BUILT FOR TODAY on oversized lot. Phenomenal woodwork. New kitchen, baths, mechanicals. Humidor and Wine cellar are just a few of the upgrades. ..........................................$1,325,000 SPARKLING! Starting with the grounds of the house, you descend upon a whole different way of living. Koi pond, screened in porch, 5 BRs, 2-1/2 BA, Fam Rm, vaulted ceilings.........................................................................$1,243,000 NEWER CONSTRUCTION, IMPECCIBLY MAINTAINED! Highest quality finishes from top to bottom. Truly one of a kind luxury residence, perfect for today’s lifestyle..........................................................................................$1,145,000
BEAUTIFUL 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath home. Spacious living/dining area, hardwood floors, updated kitchen, updated bath. Deck with screened in porch overlooks landscaped back yard. Many recent upgrades, two car garage, unfinished basement with good ceiling height......................................................................$417,000 BEAUTIFUL STYLISH UPDATED HOME with 4 BRs, 3.2 BAs on four floors of living space. Includes new high end kitchen, wine cellar, rec room, 2 car garage with rooftop deck........................................................................$1,135,000 STUNNING TURN OF THE CENTURY HOME Everything has been updated for you. Unbelievable space, with over 4500 sq ft. Beautiful woodwork throughout the home. .................................................................. $1,045,000 BRIGHT AND SUNNY! Three story brick French home has been totally done with four floors of living space that offers many options. Quality throughout!. .........................................................................................................................$949,000 RARELY AVAILABLE land 100 x 200 foot buildable residential lot. ...$875,000 BEAUTIFUL SINGLE FAMILY HOME, or 2 Flat with Luxury living amenities on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors. 5 BRs, 6 BAs, finished basement. 3 car garage. Move in condition! ....................................................................... $699,000 CHARMING, SUN-FILLED DUTCH COLONIAL on corner lot. 4 BRs, 3-1/2 BAs, LR w/ fireplace, separate DR, sunroom, fam rm eat-in kitchen and office all on the first floor...................................................................................... $699,000
WELL CARED FOR HOME with an open front porch, and inside, an open layout. Hardwood floors, spacious LR, separate DR. 2 car garage with 3 extra parking spaces..............................................................................................$697,000 BRIGHT WINDOW-FILLED VICTORIAN FARMHOUSE on almost half an acre of land. 4 BRs, 2-1/2 BAs. Spacious LR, DR with built-in china cabinet. Huge fenced in backyard. ..........................................................................$684,000
PRICE REDUCED. YOU HAVE NEVER SEEN A CLEANER HOME 1st FL with 2 BRs, kitchen, DR, full BA. 2nd FL has four rooms, full BA and 3rd BR. Perfect for large family or in-law arrangement. .................................................................$195,000
CONDOS/TOWNHOMES/2 FLATS RIVER FOREST 2 Flat. .............................................................................$549,000 PRICE REDUCED RIVER FOREST 2BR, 2BA....................................$159,000 NEW LISTING RIVER FOREST 2BR, 1BA..........................................$115,000
OAK PARK HOMES
RIVER FOREST 1BR, 1BA. Garage parking. ...........................................$99,000
BEAUTIFUL CORNER BRICK COLONIAL offers vintage beauty with great updates! Huge LR with Fireplace, DR opens to remodeled Kitchen. 4 BRs, 2-1/2 BAs. Attached garage..................................................................................$724,500 PRICE REDUCED. REHABED DREAM HOME with spacious 1st FL that includes open floor plan in kitchen. Dark stain cherry oak hardwood floors throughout. Sits on wide 50 ft lot.............................................................$598,500
RIVER FOREST 1BR, 1BA. Generous storage unit. ...............................$76,000
FOREST PARK HOMES
OVERSIZED 2 bedroom home with high ceilings & hardwood floors in LR and DR. Updated kitchen with breakfast area, furnished lower level, detached 2 car garage ...................................................................................................................................$269,000
NEW LISTING OAK PARK 2BR, 2BA. .................................................$339,000 OAK PARK 3BR, 2BA. Very spacious. .....................................................$224,500 OAK PARK 3BR, 2BA. Open living/dining area. ...................................$215,000 OAK PARK 2BR, 1BA. Open floor plan...................................................$155,000 OAK PARK 2BR, 2BA. Assigned parking space. ...................................$149,000 FOREST PARK 2BR, 2BA. Large balcony. .............................................$187,000
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uilt in 1908 for Sears Executive James F. Skinner by Architect Charles E. White Jr., 605 Linden is an elegant and sophisticated three-story house. With six bedrooms and five plus baths this home has over 7,600 sq. feet of living space on four levels complete with seven fireplaces. Situated on a 100 x 175 foot corner lot, it is recognized as one of the First Significant Structures in the Prairie School National Register. Immediately upon entering you will find wide oak stairs and leaded glass French style doors. Enter the home and step into the stunning 23’x 22’ first floor foyer with its quarter sawn oak flooring, grand oak staircase, and leaded glass French style doors. The spacious living room is highlighted by a hand carved paneled, oversize gas fireplace with stone accents. Floor to ceiling English Oak panels highlight the 17’x 16’ formal dining room. The original chandelier was designed in Austria and the room is surrounded by four sets of original sconces. The chef’s kitchen has Amish Oak cabinetry. Granite counter tops cover a large functional island and Corian counters cover a second double sink found near the Gaggenau line of four burner cooktop, wok, fryer and griddle. Dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, and a Dacor oven complete the room. The breakfast room includes a gas-burning fireplace surrounded by matching granite from the kitchen island as well as a prep sink and warming drawer. The kitchen and breakfast room flow seamlessly with complementary slate flooring.
Other first floor rooms include the library with arched ceilings, built in bookshelves and a large white limestone gas fireplace which brings a sense of peace and quiet to this 17’x 13’ space. A cozy family room, heated sun room and a full bath complete the first floor. The second level is highlighted by the lovely master suite with a marble surround, gas-burning fireplace plus an intimate seating area, excellent for reading or late night conversation connected to a his/her walk-in master closet. The master bath features heated floors, a steam shower and separate his and her vanity. Four additional bedrooms, three baths and a laundry room are also featured on this level. Both the third floor and the lower level have spacious family rooms with fireplaces. Recently featured in a Chicago Tribune article highlighting the best homes on the market, 605 Linden also has two outstanding 2 ½ car heated garages. The original garage boasts a four room coach house and the newer garage features an indoor basketball court. For more information, go to the home’s dedicated website, www.605linden. com, which features every room, plus many photos and a history of both the architect and the original owners. To make an appointment for a private showing, contact Tom Carraher at 708-822-0540 or Donna Barnhisel at 773-418-9137, both at Gagliardo Realty Associates.
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Greer Haseman & Patty Reilly-Murphy Custom Solutions for Buyers and Sellers
Greer Haseman has spent 30 years honing her real estate skills with special emphasis on the luxury market in Oak Park and River Forest. To maximize the potential of her growing real estate practice, Greer joined forces with veteran marketing and sales executive, Patty Reilly-Murphy. Patty joins Greer’s practice by way of sales and management at legendary rock station WXRT. Known for her keen negotiating skills and expertise in multi-platform marketing strategy, Patty’s skills dovetail perfectly with Greer’s—whose unparalleled knowledge of buying and selling real estate make her a top-tier broker in Oak Park and River Forest.
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Trusted • Proven • Experienced Gary was great to work with. The pictures that were taken were beautiful, and the accompanying floor plan on our listing we felt was also very useful and one of the reasons we chose Gary in the first place. All this is standard for him as well. We ended up accepting an offer a little over a week after we listed. We were first time home sellers and he helped us through the whole process which was very appreciated. Would definitely consider him again if we ever choose to sell again! – Joseph S. As reviewed on:
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An absolute ace in the real estate business. Gary is a real estate PRO who handled the sale of our home professionally from start to finish. He has many years of experience and it was evident from – Jim D. As reviewed on: listing to closing.
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Gary has been working with my family for years to help us find the perfect home. He’s extremely knowledgeable of Oak Park/River Forest and the surrounding areas. Gary is always responsive, timely, and extremely communicative. Our situation could have driven a saint crazy but he was always patient and caring when dealing with our very unique situation. He is a well-respected part of the real-estate community which is evident in how responsive other agents were when dealing with Gary. Gary is top-notch and we’ll always refer friends buying or selling to him! Our home is perfect for us and I know that we’ll grow old remembering how Gary helped us find it. – Makesha B. As reviewed on: Thank you Gary! I have had the great pleasure of working with Gary a few times over the last 10 years. Two house hunts one time he listed our home (which sold for the price we wanted within 8 days of being listed!). The whole time the attributes of Gary’s work that impressed me the most were the sincerity and honesty. He never had the overblown hype of some realtors, the sugary compliments and exaggerated hyperbole of overselling. He is a direct and honest guy. On top of all that, he is technically well connected, aptly using web/smart phone technology to – Tim P. As reviewed on: interact with this tech savvy client. Check out more reviews of Gary on Trulia.com and Zillow.com
• Complete detailed floor plans • A professional home stager • Digital 3-D Imaging of each room • Massive internet exposure • And much, much more!
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Your local face of real estate since 1933. OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 1-3 1250 LATHROP AVE
River Forest
$1,050,000
One of River Forest’s finest homes! Built in 1936 with top quality materials & finishes, 5 bed, 2.1 bath Art Deco Georgian offers spacious rooms, many stunning architectural details, 3 wood burning fireplaces with liners, interior staircase to huge unfinished attic, top of the line kitchen and fenced-in backyard. Kara Keller - ID# 09189918
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 1-3 402 LENOX
Oak Park
$939,000
4700 SF 4+1, 3.1 bath home. Custom designed chef’s kitchen that overlooks family room, master suite with spa like bathroom with over sized steam shower, large multi-purpose basement area with access to the outdoor patio complete with fireplace, sub basement area with 3 additional rooms, and another full bathroom. Patricia McGowan – ID# 09135087
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
Matteson
$349,900
Build in 2004 and nestled in the quiet Butterfield community of Matteson. Beautiful meticulously designed 5 bed, 2.1 bath home with huge Master suite with gas fireplace, sitting room and 3 walk in closets, Large family room with a dry bar, gas fireplace and build in surround speaker system. Large patio and deck! Yarnell Green - ID# 09190879
NEW LISTING
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NEW PRICE
Oak Park
$799,000
Beautiful 6 bed, 3 bath home that goes on and on and on! Expansive living room, separate dining room, den makes great office, breakfast room, and sun room are just some of the great spaces to be found here! Upstairs you have six full bedrooms! Three full baths in the home! And a real basement! Swati Saxena - ID# 09187761
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 2:30-4 1139 S OAK PARK AVE, UNIT D
NEW PRICE
309 N Kenilworth, Oak Park
River Forest
$618,000
Center entrance 3 bed, 1.2 bath brick colonial. Beautiful architectural details, large living room/sun room combination, formal dining room, back breakfast room, large kitchen, spacious recreation area with bar area! C/A installed in the past 10-12 years. Large lot and 2 car garage. Sold “As Is.” Steve Scheuring - ID# 09188524
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 1-3 1023 S HARVEY
Oak Park
$569,900
Enormous 4 bed, 2.1 bath with enormous living room, intricate cove moldings, king size dining room which opens to cozy den, large, updated, eat in kitchen, large recreation room has mahogany paneling, built-in 50’s furniture, a built in buffet made of ribbon cut mahogany, and a 50’s style bar! Patricia McGowan - ID#09188957
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 1-3 300 N MAPLE, UNIT 11
Oak Park
$468,000
Amazing large 3 bed, 1.1 Gunderson with sweeping front porch and gabled eves. Original oak details, exquisite staircase, large formal living room, dining room with pillared twin built-ins and beamed ceiling and 1st floor family room just off fabulous kitchen. So much more room with so many more features! Steve Scheuring - ID# 09149684
Oak
Park
$427,500
Nearly 3000 sqft of living space, plus a finished basement 3 bed, 3 bath end unit townhome! Open concept with 10’ ceilings, beautiful well appointed kitchen with breakfast bar, large family room, master suite with sitting area and separate shower. Roof top deck, balconies on each floor, and 1 car garage! Bethanny Alexander - ID# 09175834
NEW LISTING
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 1-2:30 538 HARRISON ST
$1,295,000
Welcome to this amazing Queen Anne designed by the famous team of Patton and Fisher in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District. Beautifully proportioned rooms, fine architectural detail and enormous windows are emblematic of this Modern Victorian. The grand central hall greets you with exquisite wood detail, hand-carved central staircase and easy flow to adjoining rooms. An elegant music room is perfect for small gatherings and study. The large, sun-filled living room accommodates multiple conversation areas, a grand piano and quiet seating by the fireplace. Host your finest holiday meals in the spacious formal dining room. The enormous eat-in kitchen is a cook’s dream with loads of cabinet and counter space and stainless appliances. Do not miss the 1st floor sunroom! Retreat to the impressive 2nd floor with its massive 2nd floor oak landing, 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths! SpacePak Central Air. Newer: boiler heat and water service.
Steve Scheuring & Arrick Pelton - ID# 09187957
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40% Oak Park
$319,900
2+1 bed, 2 bath brick bungalow with hardwood floors and replacement windows throughout. Attractive well appointed kitchen, multi-purpose mud room off kitchen, finished lower level expands the living space with a 3rd bedroom (currently used as a family room), large deck and 2 car garage + extra space! Anne Ferri & Lynn Scheir - ID# 09189026
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 12-2 108 MARENGO AVE, UNIT 2D
Oak Park
$319,000
Contemporary architecture designed by IIT architect, David Hovey, offers a unique 2 bed, 1.1 bath floor plan-a family room and office with terrazzo floors on the first level open to the deck, kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances is on the second level and laundry on level three. A Must See! Anne Ferri & Lynn Scheir – ID# 09183713
Oak Park
$314,000
Well maintained 3 bedroom Queen Anne features hardwood floors, updated kitchen with breakfast room, new sleek bathroom with subway tiles, 1st floor bedroom/den, security system, surround sound system throughout, many new windows, new copper water pipes, new electrical panel and 2.5 car heated garage, Sally Sullivan - ID# 09179296
$309,900
Bungalow floor plan has been modernized and updated to suit today’s lifestyle. 2+1 bed, 2 bath open floor plan seamlessly connects living room, dining room and beautiful kitchen, bamboo floored front porch, large family room, updated spa-like bathroom, huge paver patio and oversized 3 car garage! Swati Saxena- ID#09189340
SOLD
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 1-2:30 416 MARENGO, UNIT 6
NEW LISTING
OPEN HOUSE • SUN. 1-4 1024 S TAYLOR AVE
Oak Park
Oak Park
Forest Park
$292,000
Franklin Market Lofts! Great 2 bed, 2 bath loft style condo with its own private entrance and huge deck. Open concept main living area with high ceilings, skylights, brick wall, hardwood floors, sliding glass doors to the deck, and wood-burning fireplace, large kitchen, in-unit laundry, c/a, and 2 parking spaces. Bethanny Alexander – ID# 09186890
Oak Park
$190,000
Great alternative to condo! Updated 2 bed, 1.1 bath with oak floors with wood-burning fireplace, very nice patio/yard and larger than normal 2.5 car garage. Nothing to do but move in Property being “Sold As Is”. Call agent for details. Patricia McGowan – ID# 09159292
Oak Park
$177,500
Delightful 2 bed, 1.1 bath on 3 levels of living! Open concept with separate dining space, charming kitchen and powder room, newer kitchen, newer washer/dryer, recently redone hardwood floors, newer furnace, lower level basement with family room, garage (new roof) and 2 private patios. Swati Saxena – ID# 09188700
Forest Park
$65,000
Nice 1 bedroom 2nd floor condo features newly painted, new carpeting installed in the living room, bedroom, hallway and closet. In-unit washer/dryer! Parking included!! Walking distance to restaurants, shopping and transportation. Oven-range as is not in working condition. Unit can be rented. Mary Ann Bednarke – ID# 09168022
Starting At: $529,900
The Oak Park Oasis, 22, 4 level townhomes with a fresh new approach to townhome living. Sleek and modern with a downtown flair, featuring versatile 3 or 4 bedroom layouts, 3.5 baths, open kitchens with large center island, balcony off kitchen for grilling, 1st floor office/bedroom that features an en-suite full bath, beautiful master suite, 4th level has cozy loft space - plumbed for wet bar, large private roof deck and 2 car attached garage. Many great cabinet selections with quartz closets, marble bathrooms, oak flooring, and stainless steel appliances! Buy now and pick your finishes! Great center of town location! Delivery Spring 2016! Call for details.
Patricia McGowan – ID# 09154664
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River Forest • $ 974,500 4BR, 2.1BA Call Elissa x192
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Oak Park • $229,000 2BR, 1BA Call Steve x121
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NURSERY AND GARDEN CENTER
Through Sunday, May 8th: Gift-Wrap Your Appreciation For Mom! Thanking mom with a potted plant is good—and we’ll help you make it great with gift-wrapping treatment that creates a memorable extra touch. She’s worth it and, what’s more, there’s no extra charge!
SATURDAY, MAY 21st & SATURDAY, JUNE 25th
ASK THE PLANT EXPERT!
Scott McAdam Jr., creator of the monthly “Ask the Plant Expert” series, will be on hand from 10 am to Noon to answer questions you have about getting your garden on. Come tap into Scott’s expertise and enjoy complimentary refreshments!
MAY, JUNE & JULY Women: for every $100 purchase you make in our Garden Center, you get a chance to win a Garden Party for Six. Event features wine and refreshments; each attendee gets tips on making a potted plant, and goes home with one.
To keep updated about our Calendar of Events, visit our website and click on “Garden Center” or call 708-771-4903.
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ocated at 910 Belleforte in Oak Park this spacious 5+ bedroom, 4 ½ bath home boasts unique features and lifestyle flexibility. With its large living room, dining room and huge family space, this home can accommodate everything from traditional dining to informal entertaining. The open, generous kitchen features both a breakfast room and island with an attached table. Spacious, comfortable and flooded with natural light, the family room has a home theater speaker system. A gracious screened porch looks out onto a paver patio and beautiful landscaped, fenced-in yard like no other in neighborhood. A fifth bedroom can be used as office. The basement has a flexible den/ bedroom/ office, plus a full bath. There are customizable media speakers in eight rooms. The heated and attached two car garage has additional tandem space. 910 Belleforte is currently listed at $874,500. For more information, or to schedule a private showing, contact Janet Walters Rouse at Weichert Realtors Nickel Group, 312636-5565.
241 S. RIDGELAND – OAK PARK Inviting 4 BR/ 2 BA Victorian – Ridgeland Historic District & Central Location! ........................$515,000
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Everything is new in this 5600 sf, 4+BR/4.1 BA. Huge open chef’s kitchen w/marble island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. ...... $749,900
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Restored Victorian home! Gorgeous oak built-ins, hw flrs & art glass. Large gourmet ss/granite kitchen. 4 BR. 3rd flr media room w/wet bar, office & full BA. Finished rec rm in bsmnt........ $399,500
Large 3 BR, 1 BA unit in vintage building. Spacious rooms, eat-in kitchen w/newly refurbished hardwood floors. Garage parking. Storage and free laundry. ....... .................................................... $164,900
Spacious townhouse in a great location in the heart of Oak Park. 2 extra-large BRs, each with 2 closets and ensuite BAs. .................................................... $350,000
Extreme renovation! Open kitchen, dining, and family rm opens to full covered back porch. Full 2nd flr expansion. 5 BR/4.1 BA. ...... $1,180,000
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Adorable 2 BR condo. Updated kit/ living/ dining. Cute newer BA. Storage and closets. Close to blue/green line, schools, parks, Pete’s Fresh Market, 290. Parking included. Great value!$135,000
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Charming brick bungalow. 3 BRs! Large LR, formal DR. Eat-in kit. Hdwd flrs. Full finished basement +office, full bath. 2nd floor has extra living space for family room. Located in Arts District...$329,000
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Brick bungalow. Gorgeous wdwrk. Newer chef’s kitchen, Dacor double oven, Viking stove. 1st flr fam rm off kitchen. 2nd flr Master BR has sitting area attached office. 2 BRs on 2nd flr ............................$439,000
2 BR, 2 BA unit, large rooms, all the right updates! Elfa closets. DR and extra-large LR, newer hdwd flrs, newer windows, sliding door to east-facing balcony. Updated kit., new ss applncs ...$187,000
Stellar location! American four square close to FP’s park district pool and sports fields, just blocks to blue line. 3 BRs, 1.1 BAs, sun rm, large LR & DR, oak wdwk and staircase ................. $309,900
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1024 S. Taylor Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$190,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 445 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $249,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 510 Ferdinand Ave, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $259,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 812 Lathrop Ave, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beyond Properties Realty Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $299,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 538 Harrison St, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $314,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2:30 1023 S. Harvey Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $319,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 709 Gunderson Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $339,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1:30 512 S. Harvey, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $393,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:15-4 1027 N. Humphrey Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $395,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1622 N. 75th Ave, Elmwood Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $399,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-3:30 609 N. Taylor Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $417,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 843 N. East Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $450,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1030 N. Columbian Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $499,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1500 Monroe Ave, River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $529,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1219 N. Euclid Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $545,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 151 Lemoyne Pkwy, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $549,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 611 S. Kenilworth, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $549,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 538 S. Harvey Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $559,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 326 Ashland Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $569,500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 907 Keystone Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $639,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 926 S. Home Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $649,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 523 Jackson Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $699,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1113 N. Elmwood, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $739,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 827 N. Oak Park Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $749,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1110 Edmer Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $845,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-3 1046 N. Grove Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $895,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 230 S. Scoville Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $899,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 711 N. Belleforte Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $899,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 632 William, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $935,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 402 Lenox St, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $939,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 942 Franklin Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $999,999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1250 Lathrop Ave, River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,050,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 616 Thatcher, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gullo & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,195,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
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416 Marengo Ave. Unit 6, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2:30 1535 Forest Ave. Unit 306, River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $184,999 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 409 Washington Blvd. Unit 2, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $224,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3:30 219 N. Grove Ave. Unit 2S, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $252,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 331 S. Ridgeland Ave. Unit A, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $299,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat. 1-2:30 300 N. Maple Ave. Unit 11, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $319,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 721 Ontario 302, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $509,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-4 Maple Place Showroom At 139 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park. . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $639,900-$699,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 Maple Place Showroom At 139 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park. . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $679,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 Maple Place Showroom At 139 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park. . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $644,900-$699,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 Maple Place Showroom At 139 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park. . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $639,900 - $699,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 212 S. Maple Ave. Unit 26, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $699,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
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108 Marengo Ave. Unit 2D, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $292,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 1139 S. Oak Park Ave. Unit D, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $427,500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-4 101 Home, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $615,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2
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2637 Clinton Ave, Berwyn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $239,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
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711 Belleforte Ave 4BR + 1BSMT, 3.1BA $899,900
538 S. Harvey Ave 3BR + 1BSMT, 3.1BA $559,000
1222 Woodbine Ave 3BR, 2.1BA $544,400
926 Home Ave 4BR + 1BSMT, 3.1BA $649,000
708 Clinton Ave 3BR, 2BA $509,000
219 N. Grove Ave 2BR, 1BA $252,900
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824 S. Grove Ave 5BR, 2BA $459,000
212 S. Maple Ave 3BR, 3.1BA $699,000
709 Gunderson Ave 3BR, 1BA $339,900
1030 N. Columbian Ave 4BR, 1.1BA $499,000
1050 N. Humphrey Ave 2BR, 1BA $249,900
1121 N. Linden Ave 4BR, 3.1BA $849,000
929 Belleforte Ave 3BR, 1.1BA $498,800
328 S. Lombard Ave 4BR, 3BA $578,000
910 Belleforte Ave 5BR, 4.1BA $874,500
824 N. Elmwood Ave 4BR, 3.1BA $899,900
OAK PARK
NEW LISTING!
1112 N. Humphrey Ave 3BR, 1.1BA $334,500
918 N. Humphrey Ave 5BR, 2BA $323,900
1102A Maple Ave 3BR, 1.1BA $365,000
R I V ER FO RE S T
FOREST PARK
NEW LISTING!
NEW PRICE!
1407 Lathrop Ave 4BR, 2.1BA $869,000
129 Franklin Ave 4BR + 1BSMT, 3.1BA $849,900
ELMWOOD PARK
OPEN SUNDAY 1:30-3:30PM
617 Hannah Ave 3BR, 1.1BA $220,000
121 Des Plaines Ave Duplex + PKG $235,000
TOWNHOMES & CONDOS
135 Francisco Ter - 3BR, 2.1BA $335,000 800 Washington Blvd - 2BR, 1.1BA $156,000 210 Des Plaines Ave - 2BR, 2.1BA $295,000
1622 N. 75th Ave 4BR + 1BSMT, 2.1BA $399,900
1844 N. 75th Ave 4BR, 2.1BA $369,000
427 S. Euclid Ave - 2BR, 1BA $114,900 125 N. Euclid Ave - 1BR, 1BA $179,900
101 N. Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60301 • 708-848-5550 www.weichertnickelgroup.com
1529 Marengo Ave 4BR, 2BA $229,000
224 S. Oak Park Ave - 2BR, 2BA $189,000 7360 Lake St - 2BR, 1BA $194,000 7314 Randolph St - 2BR, 2BA $188,000 424 Park Ave - 2BR, 2BA $184,900
439 Circle Ave 3BR, 1.1BA $317,900
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T R A N S F E R S
Home at 159 N. Taylor Ave. sells for $857,000
The following property transfers were reported by the Cook County Recorder of Deeds from Feb. 1 to Feb. 29, 2016. Where addresses appear incomplete, for instance where a unit number appears missing, that information was not provided by the recorder of deeds.
OAK PARK ADDRESS
PRICE
SELLER
BUYER
850 N Elmwood Ave 553 N Marion St 814 N Grove Ave 159 N Taylor Ave 1132 Gunderson Ave 536 S Elmwood Ave 1116 Fair Oaks Ave 230 S Cuyler Ave 321 Home Ave
$1,180,000 $1,125,000 $1,100,000 $857,000 $658,000 $649,000 $600,000 $584,000 $549,000
Donoghue Robert D Chaloemtiarana Thad Tr Greenwald William M Monroe Tiffany S Basaria Karim Venter Jani Strautmanis Michael Lippman Matthew Benak Robert
1141 N Ridgeland Ave 1040 N Oak Park Ave 618 Forest Ave 235 S Marion St 822 S Ridgeland Ave 624 S Humphrey Ave 220 S Austin Blvd 817 N Cuyler Ave 407 Wisconsin Ave 134 Wright Ln 835 Columbian Ave 905 Mapleton Ave 221 N Kenilworth Ave 513 501 S Kenilworth Ave 322 N Marion St 2S 321 S Grove Ave 743 N East Ave 1173 S Ridgeland Ave 743 N Taylor Ave 726 N Ridgeland Ave 432 N Lombard Ave 1020 S Scoville Ave
$500,000 $455,000 $440,000 $420,000 $410,000 $410,000 $400,500 $355,000 $342,000 $313,000 $312,000 $306,000 $287,000 $285,000 $272,500 $269,500 $260,500 $256,000 $244,000 $235,000 $195,000 $171,000
922 North Blvd 804 1127 S Harvey Ave
$180,000 $169,000
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Deer Jeremy D Davidoff Noam Herrea Rafael Staffeldt Jeffrey Eugene Baneck Jake Joseph Scagnelli Bartholomew J Williams Adreanna Cavallaro Lisa M Mclellan Jason Merrick Amy J Mt Owns It Inc Jensen Carrie Lynn Jack Eblen Trust Mev Oak Pk Llc Harks David W Arcturus Capital Management Llc Ogden St Manager Llc Enyia Mandy L Owen Ed Cymbals Llc Mk Const & Bldr Inc Claes Matthew J Bohlander Christopher W Corona Inv Llc
ADDRESS
PRICE
SELLER
BUYER
222 N Marion St 2L 408 S Austin Blvd 3N 111 N Kenilworth Ave 18 434 Lombard St 4342 230 N Oak Park Ave 1I 228 N Oak Park Ave 1HH 624 Clinton Ave 104 N Oak Park Ave 1B 104 N. Oak Park 3384 134 Clinton Ave 6249 North Ave 1126 S Highland Ave 1136 Ontario St 1C 518 S Taylor Ave 424 S Austin Blvd GN 621 S Maple Ave 201 1042 Hayes Ave 630 Wisconsin Ave 1174 S Scoville Ave 538 S Harvey Ave 201 Wesley Ave 730 Belleforte Ave
$168,000 $159,000 $155,000 $152,000 $135,500 $118,500 $117,000 $59,000 $24,000 Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown
Dillon Ann T Kessel Michael R Williams Jacquelyn Extr Dudaliar Kumaran Muthu Spanos Thomas J Carlisle Barbara M Key Auctions Llc Gft Prop Inv Llc Popular Real Est Inc Cabral John T Stern Charles Tr Trust 20460 Nopachai Suwon Yurchak Mary Jane Fannie Mae Newell Brian Lohano Suresh Wilmington Sav Fund Soc Edwards Ian D Bernacchi Fred J Judicial Sales Corp Bawden Mark D Tr Zapata Kathleen
Bdsscop Llc Noble Rena C Alvarez Alvaro Kulbacki Marek Duvall Daryl Anne Tr Lefevour John Mcguin Michael D Ammra Ammar Abu Wilkowski Krzyszrof Adelman Deborah Cs & As Llc Tseng Ben J Tr Fritz Christopher T Yipp Saunder Newell Brian Tr Skl Ventures Llc Primestar Fund I Trs Llc Edwards Ian D Tr Smith Mary L Arcturus Cap Mgmt Llc Ceurvorst Gregory F Tr Zapata Kathleen S Tr
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T R A N S F E R S
ADDRESS
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BUYER
ADDRESS
PRICE
SELLER
BUYER
1132 N Austin Blvd 218 Flournoy St 1016 Clinton Ave 928 Home Ave 1117 Columbian Ave 533 Clinton Ave 930 Ontario St 3F 408 S Lombard Ave 4081 818 S East Ave 816 N Lombard Ave 1027 Mapleton Ave 1003 S Grove Ave 104 N Oak Park Ave 1B 511 Clinton Ave 1046 N Taylor Ave
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Hart Jodie Sr Tr Bank Amer Kizak Antoinette Plotnick Roy E Tr National Assn Debt Education & Asst Dyson Richard A Carlson Barbara Hsbc Bk Williams Robert V Tr Holden-Nelson Patricia L Jerry Robert M Garry Richard V Gft Prop Inv Llc Lynn Allen Trust Mccready William C
626 Washington Blvd 1024 Mapleton Ave 1231 Fair Oaks Ave
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728 S Taylor Ave 1143 N Kenilworth Ave 1154 S Ridgeland Ave 1122 S Euclid Ave 747 S Ridgeland Ave 1115 S Ridgeland Ave
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Patel Kamala Matigian Diana C Intercounty Judicial Sales Corp Masalski Emily N Shaulis Richard J Roman Jennifer
Mucha Amy P Izaguirre Gonzalo Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 0008002370193 Patel Kamala Matigian Diana C Tr Champion Mtg Co Chojnowski Brian Tr Shaulis Richard J Roman Jennifer Lynn
808 N Taylor Ave 1118 Superior St
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1106 N Humphrey Ave 221 N Kenilworth Ave 414
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823 S Highland Ave 1000 S Ridgeland Ave 1169 S Scoville Ave 1129 S Scoville Ave 315 S Grove Ave
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900 Clinton Pl 539 Ashland Ave 600 Clinton Pl 435 Williams St 303 418 Edgewood Pl 414 Ashland Ave 4C 434 Clinton Pl 405 1009 Bonnie Brae Pl 1I 1530 Ashland Ave 1519 Monroe Ave 1131 Franklin Ave 7605 North Ave 1310 Franklin Ave 7575 Lake St 4C
$910,000 $610,000 $550,000 $475,000 $268,000 $243,000 $153,000 Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown
Judicial Sales Corp Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 0000000007440 Jones Jimmie L Cohen Sara Regan Daniel Linda L Bernat Trust Casson Amie
Hpa Borrower 2016-1 Llc Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 0008002364707 Wilmington Savings Fund Society Feeney Helen Bernadette Tr Collins Monica Cohen Sara Tr Regan Trust Bernat Linda L Tr Casson Amie E
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Serving Our Community For Over 65 Years
114 North Oak Park Avenue Oak Park, Illinois 60301
HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 9AM-5PM SATURDAY 9AM-4PM • SUNDAY 10AM-2PM
OPEN 1-3PM • 632 WILLIAM
708.524.1100
OAK PARK. STUNNING ARTS & CRAFT style home w/warmth & charm+ beautiful updates, OAK PARK. MAGNIFICENT VICTORIAN spacious rms, 5BR, 3BA, park-like yd, coach house DESIGNER KITCHEN, 6BRs, 3½BAs, fantastic w/office. x .......................................... $1,250,000 woodwork & fireplaces. x .................... $950,000
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RIVER FOREST. APRIL SHOWERS? No probOAK PARK. ENJOY LIFE IN FLW Historic Dis- lem! This 4+BR, 4½BA has a back entry mudroom trict. 5BRs, 1½BAs. Spacious LR w/FRPLC. Family & screened porch. 1st flr & LL fam rms, cook’s kit, rm. Great yard! x................................... $539,000 master & 3rd flr BR stes. x ................... $935,000
OPEN HOUSES • SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2016
OAK PARK OPEN 12-2PM • 1113 N. ELMWOOD
UNIQUE BRICK HOME w/extraordinary pegged oak flrs, cathedral ceiling LR & limestone kitchen. 4BR, 2.2BAs. Gorgeous garden. 2-car garage x.....................................................................................................$739,000
OPEN 12-2PM • 230 S. SCOVILLE
FOREST PARK. REDUCED! BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED 2+1 BR brick bungalow offers bonus 1st flr spc for office or FR, fin’d bsmt, super location! x ............................................................. $280,000
AWARD WINNING restoration of 1890’s farmhouse. 5 BR, 3.1 baths w/ master en suite. Kitchen/family room combo. Great location! x .........................................................................................................................$899,000
OAK PARK
BEAUTIFUL LOCATION for a beautiful home. Must see this large home to appreciate all the vintage details. Great price x. ................................................................................................................................................$549,900
NEW LISTING! LOOK NO MORE! 3BR, 2 BA home is perfect! Hdwd flrs, blt-ins, bright open spaces & lots of character. C/A. Front & back porches. x ............................................................................$409,000 A NEO-CLASSICAL BEAUTY is being presented. The one you’ve always admired! 4BRs, 3.1BAs. Breathtaking LR/DR. Uncompromising quality! x......................................................................................$939,000 UPDATED CLASSIC BRICK COLONIAL. 3+BRs, 2.1BAs. MBR ste w/new marble BA. Walk-up attic, finished bsmt, attached garage. Just Perfect! x .....................................................................................$759,000 STATELY 5 BR, 2.1 bath brick home in FLW Historic District. 4 levels of living. Lovely stain glass & wdwk +updated kitchen & BAs. x ....................................................................................................$699,500 PERCHED HIGH UPON THE HILL, this updated bungalow is fabulous! Fantastic kitchen, amazing BAs, unmatched attention to detail. x ................................................................................................... $695,500 AN AMERICAN 4-SQ which is geographically correct! Very flexible floor plan. 5BRs, 2½BAs, 3 levels & an open frt porch. Great shape. x .................................................................................................. $695,000 RARE OPPORTUNITY! Much admired jumbo Prairie bungalow offers fantastic details, 5BR, 2BA, Gunderson Historic District location. x ....................................................................................................$679,000 AMAZING 4 BR, 2.1 BA home in great school district & close to transportation! x.........................................................................$624,000 UPDATED 3BR, 2½BA Am 4 Square has been meticulously maintained. Stunning wdwk, large eat-in kit, master en suite & private yd. x ....................................................................................................$575,000 FOUR BEDROOM, 2BA in Ridgeland Historic District. Cook’s kitchen, newer mechanicals. Close to everything! x.............................$519,000 RECENTLY REHABBED, beautifully maintained charming 2-story brick home! 3+BRs, 2½BAs. New BA. Great kitchen. C/A. Wow! x ....................................................................................................$509,000 PETITE PERFECTION! Immaculate 3BR, 2BA bungalow is an excellent alternative to a condo or townhouse. Bonus: private yd, drivewy & garage! x......................................................................................$424,900 TERRIFIC HOME with large rms & great layout. 3BRs, 2BAs. Hdwd flrs, stainless steel applncs, finished bsmt. x ..........................$419,000
OPEN 12-2PM • 611 S. KENILWORTH
OPEN 2:15-4PM • 512 S. HARVEY
MOVE IN READY 3BR, 1.1BA house in a close to everything location. Upd’d kitchen w/SS applncs. 2-car garage. x ..............$393,000
RIVER FOREST OPEN 1-3PM • 632 WILLIAM
RIVER FOREST REDUCED! RESTORED & ENHANCED 4BR, 4.1BA Tudor. Mod elegance thru-out, open plan living, MBR ste + 2 en suite BRs, fin’d bsmt, deep pvt yd, so much more! x.....................................$1,039,000 THE ULTIMATE HOUSE. Stunning Tudor on massive lot 200x188. Rehabbed in 2010 offers all the modern amenities. Make an appt today. x .................................................................................................$3,495,000 NEW CONSTRUCTION! Elegant “Coastal” style home w/open frt porch. 3 levels of finished luxury. 4BRs, 4½BAs, 2nd flr lndry & lots more. ........................................................................................... $1,290,000 DISTINCTIVE STONE & BRICK TUDOR featuring 4BRs, 3½BAs. Lovely, spacious rms & significant architectural detail throughout. x ....................................................................................................$859,000 NEW PRICE! FANTASTIC RANCH w/open floor plan. 3 BRs, 2.2BAs. WBFP. Large MBR ste. 1st flr lndry. C/A. Att garage. x ....................................................................................................$659,000
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condominiums & townhouses
OPEN Sunday 12-2pm
CONDOS/TOWNHOUSES OAK PARK OPEN 2:30-4PM • 721 ONTARIO #302
FAB UNIT, FAB LOCATION! Great architectural details & mod amenities. 2BR, 2BA. Private deck. 2 deeded garage spcs. x ................................................................................................................................................$509,000
OPEN 12-2PM • SHOWROOM AT 139 S. OAK PARK NEW CONSTRUCTION! New standard of luxury! 1808-2200 SF units, 3 BRs, 2 indoor pkg spaces, spacious terraces, eco-efficient LEED certified. Pricing starts at................................................................ $644,900 SOHO PHASE II TOWNHOUSES! New construction 3BR, 3½BA w/hdwd flrs, balcony, rooftop deck & 2-car garage. Fab loc’n in the ‘Heart of Oak Park!’ Call for details. .........................................$615,00
WONDERFUL RANCH on the Street of Dreams. 2/3 BRs, huge LR/DR, wood burning fireplace, eat-in kitchen, nice yard & garage. ...........................................................................................................$419,000
OTHER AREA HOMES ELMWOOD PARK. JUST LISTED! WELL-KEPT GEORGIAN on across from the golf course. Updated kitchen. 3BRs, 2.1 BAs. Fin’d bsmt. Deck C/A. x ........................................................................$329,000 CHICAGO. TUDOR IN GALEWOOD. Well-maintained & on a beautiful wooded lot. 4BRs, 2BAs. WBFP. 1st flr fam rm. Great house! x ....................................................................................................$349,000 ELMWOOD PARK. WANT TURNKEY? 3 BR, 1.5 BA on great lot. This is the home for you! x ....................................................... $349,000 ELMWOOD PARK. NEAT & NICE! 4 BR, 1½BA brick bungalow on a quiet cul de sac. ...........................................................................$229,000 RIVERSIDE. FOUR BEDROOM, 2BA Queen Anne Bungalow in sought-after Hollywood section of Riverside. New kitchen & updated BAs. Freshly painted. ..................................................................... $364,000 WESTERN SPRINGS. CUSTOM BUILT HOME w/over 3800SF + 2000SF add’l on LL. 5BRs, 3.2 BAs. Gourmet kitchen & lots more. See it! x .................................................................................................$1,199,000
INCOME FOREST PARK. GRAND VICTORIAN 2-FLAT. Location, space & many updates. 2/3 BRs. C/A. Fenced yd. Plenty of parking. ....$355,000
SIMPLY THE BEST 3BR, 3½BA center unit townhome. Lrg unit, upgraded kitchen, hdwd flrs & tons of light. Rooftop deck. x ................................................................................................... $449,000 GREAT FINISHES highlight this 2BR, 2BA unit. In-unit laundry, heated garge with 2 spaces. Nice! x.........................................$374,000 FOUR LEVEL TOWNHOME with 2 rooftop decks. 2 MBR suites. All Oak floors and much more. x....................................................$350,000 RARELY AVAILABLE 3BR, 3BA twnhse w/1st flr family rm. Beautiful remodeled kitchen w/new cabs, Macaube quartzite, glass tile backsplash & SS applncs. x............................................................... $329,000 PENTHOUSE VINTAGE CONDO. 3 BR, 2 BA overlooking Mills Pk. Hdwd flrs. Newer windows. WBFP. Garage. x ........................$329,000 BRIGHT, LIGHT 2BR 1st flr vintage unit offer spacious rooms, charming kitchen w/bkfst bar or tablespace, 2pkg spcs. See it today! .......................................................................................................... $222,000 CHARMING & SPACIOUS, this updated 1st flr vintage 2BR unit has parking, deck & short distance to trains too! x .......................$159,000 ADORABLE 2BR, 1BA first flr condo. Kitchen has SS applncs, oak cabs w/quartz counters. Hdwd flrs. FREE pkg for 1 year. ..........$149,000 BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE 1BR UNIT on 3rd floor with hdwd floors, coved ceiling & French drs. New SS appliances. In-unit W/D. x ....................................................................................................$114,500 SPACIOUS, WELL-MAINTAINED and close to shopping, restaurants & public transportation. Elevator bldg. ...............................$99,000
COMMERCIAL
New Oak Park Townhome Project ONLY 1 ! LEFT
BERWYN. WOW! COMPLETELY RENOVATED! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, new kitchen, baths, family room & mechanicals. ..............................................................................................................................................$252,000
OPEN 12-2PM • 101 HOME AVE.
APRIL SHOWERS? No problem! This 4+BR, 4½BA has a back entry mudroom & screened porch. 1st flr & LL fam rms, cook’s kit, master & 3rd flr BR suites. x.....................................................................$935,000 ARTS DISTRICT FOUR SQUARE with amazing cook’s kitchen! 3BRs, 1½BAs. x .......................................................................... $399,000 IT’S ALL DONE! New custom wood floors & staircase. New kitchen + 2 baths. 3BRs or 2BRs+family rm. Front porch. x ................. $359,000 SMALL PACKAGE, BUT GREAT SPACE. Sunny bungalow w/ updated kitchen & BAs. Frplc. 2+1 BRs, 2 BAs. Cute! x .........$275,000
OTHER AREA HOMES OPEN 1:30-3PM • 1632 EAST
Downtown Oak Park! Corner of Home & South Blvd.
3 & 4 BEDROOM UNITS 3½ BATHROOMS • Prime Location • Generous Floor Plans • Distinguishing Architecture • Best in Luxury & Convenience • 2 & 3-car garage • Rooftop decks • 2,550 to 3,225 square feet Starting at....$559,900
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
OAK PARK. FRONTAGE ON MADISON. 3 Parcels, 2 lots with 132’ depth. Call for more information. ............................................$2,600,000 FOREST PARK. VERY STABLE TENANTS. 9 parking spaces. Hardwood floors throughout & great window space. ...............$759,000
VACANT LAND OAK PARK. LOCATED IN CENTRAL OP this vacant property is yours with immediate possession possible. Make an offer! .... $445,000
CONDOS/TOWNHOUSES OAK PARK JUST LISTED! SUPER 1BR condo with den, beautiful kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer near the Green line. x............................$184,000
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
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LEFT!
OAK PARK. SLEEK, MODERN 2BR, 2 BA condo. Elevator bldg. Quiet. Balcony. W/D in-unit. Huge closets & storage. 2 pkg spcs. .................. $239,000 QUIET 1BR CORNER UNIT with central air. Updated kitchen. 1 parking space. ...................................................................................$95,000 BRIGHT & CHEERY 1BR unit in elevator bldg. Open plan LR/DR, lrg BR, updated kitchen, BA. Lndry in bldg. Pkg. x ....................... $84,000
CONDOS/TOWNHOUSES RIVER FOREST LIKE LIVING IN A TREE HOUSE. Beautiful 2BR, 2BA condo. Newer BAs & kitchen w/lrg brkfst area. ..................................................$179,000
CONDOS/TOWNHOUSES FOREST PARK WHERE THE ACTION IS. Beautiful 2BR, 2BA w/open flr plan. SS applncs, in-unit lndry, storage & great amenities. x ........... $290,000 STORAGE GALORE spacious 1 BR, 1 BA in close to everything location! 1 garage spc, balcony, new carpet & paint. .......................$106,000 NICELY UPDATED 2BR, 1½BA condo. 2 parking spaces. Balcony. Near shopping & transportation. ...................................................$99,500 NEW PRICE! BEAUTIFUL CONDO for sale - close to downtown Forest Park and transportation. ......................................................$89,000
RENTALS CONDOMINIUMS OAK PARK. LOVELY 2BR w hdwd flrs, wd cab kitchen w/lrg pantry, newer windows, porch. Free lndry. 1 garage pkg. ..................$1,500/mo
APARTMENTS WESTMONT. NEWLY UPDATED 2BR, 1BA apt. Ample pkg. 2 blks from Burlington Metra. Shops & restaurants nearby. ............$1,300/mo
COMMERCIAL RENTALS OAK PARK. OFFICE SPACES in lovely Art Deco bldg. 2 Elevators. Entry handicap equipped. Tenants pay electric. Public pkg. Call! Rent ranges from ........................................................... $2,616/mo to $898/mo OAK PARK. STORE FRONT/OFFICE SPACE. Close to two public bus routes. High foot traffic. Interior access to 400 sf basement. Freshly painted. Heat supplied. ..............................................................$1,250/mo WESTMONT. CLASSIC STORE FRONT/walk in office on busy street. 2 blocks from Metra train. In-suite restrooms and kitchen. Great exposure. ......................................................................................$1,525/mo
Open Sunday 12-2pm • DESIGN SHOWROOM Located at 139 S. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park
A New Standard of Luxury in Oak Park. • • • • • • •
11 spacious, deluxe residences Close to vibrant downtown Oak Park 3 & 4 bedroom units 2 indoor parking spaces 1808-3000 sq. ft. units Spacious terraces Eco-efficient- LEED certified
Pre-Construction Pricing Starts at $639,900