1221 N Oak Park Avenue — Oak Park, IL 60302
Active Under Contract
Oak Park, IL 60302

1221 N Oak Park Avenue

$579,900
2 beds · 3 baths · 2,575 sqft
Listed at $579,900 33 days on market $18,027/yr taxes
01About this home

You won't believe the space in this place! Step into the timeless beauty of this spacious Cape Cod, perfectly located just steps from Mann School, parks, trains, and restaurants. This home seamlessly blends classic charm with modern updates, creating a space that is as captivating as it is functional. Inside, you'll find wide-open living spaces with beautifully refinished floors and fresh neutral paint throughout. The expansive living and dining areas flow effortlessly into a massive family room featuring dramatic vaulted ceilings, a stunning gas fireplace with custom mantle and built-in bookshelves, and picturesque views of the 50-foot yard creating your own private retreat. The kitchen offers handsome cabinetry, a cozy breakfast nook, under-cabinet lighting, and brand-new stainless steel appliances. This home features two en-suite bedrooms, plus a third bedroom and bathroom on the lower level. The first-floor en-suite includes a beautiful newer (2019) bathroom designed for today's lifestyle. The second level is truly impressive, offering an expansive space with an updated full bathroom, a walk-in cedar closet, and an additional closet. Whether used as a luxurious primary suite, shared space, or flexible living area, the possibilities are endless. The lower level adds even more versatility with a bedroom, newer bathroom (2022). Perfect as guest space or a teen retreat. There's also recreation space, and laundry area. Outside, the large backyard steals the show, complete with a newly restored wraparound deck and picturesque garden views. A two-car garage and additional patio space make outdoor entertaining effortless. Additional highlights include a brand-new roof and newly installed central air. This is one you don't want to miss! See list of recent improvements under "additional information" tab.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$579,900
List price
2,575
Square feet
2
Bedrooms
3 full
Bathrooms
1958
Year built
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$18,027
Annual taxes
Cape Cod
Style
33
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasForced AirSteam
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
Garage Door OpenerGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
BrickFrame
Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)Sump Pump
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle school
E Elementary school
Horace Mann Elementary School
Oak Park, IL
📍256 mi🚗665 min
M Middle school
Percy Julian Middle School
Oak Park, IL
📍1.9 mi🚗5 min🚶47 min
H High school
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Oak Park, IL
  • Michael's Beef House 400 ft
  • Elbrus 650 ft
  • Sarpino's Pizzeria 0.3 mi
  • Taco Burrito King 0.3 mi
  • Buona 0.4 mi
  • Charleys Philly Steaks 0.4 mi
  • 7-Eleven 700 ft
  • Shell 0.6 mi
  • BP Shop 0.7 mi
  • 7-Eleven 0.7 mi
  • Shell 0.8 mi
  • BP Shop 0.8 mi
  • St. Giles School Playground 0.3 mi
  • Lindberg Park 0.4 mi
  • Field Park Playground 0.4 mi
  • Field Park Playground 0.4 mi
  • Field Park 0.4 mi
  • Mann Schoiol Playground 0.4 mi
  • Starbucks 0.4 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.5 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.6 mi
  • Starbucks 0.8 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.3 mi
  • Fairgrounds 1.3 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 4, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Baird & Warner
$579,900
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Baird & Warner · Patricia McGowan
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