638 W Oak St

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Description

Welcome to 638 W Oak Street in River Village, a beautifully renovated, south-facing townhome filled with natural light, three private outdoor spaces, and access to the community's private 1-acre park. Enter through a welcoming foyer with porcelain tile and radiant heated floors, plus a flexible first-floor bedroom or office overlooking a gated front patio. Upstairs, the fully renovated kitchen has been opened to the main living area and features custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances,...Welcome to 638 W Oak Street in River Village, a beautifully renovated, south-facing townhome filled with natural light, three private outdoor spaces, and access to the community's private 1-acre park. Enter through a welcoming foyer with porcelain tile and radiant heated floors, plus a flexible first-floor bedroom or office overlooking a gated front patio. Upstairs, the fully renovated kitchen has been opened to the main living area and features custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a striking Madreperola quartzite waterfall island, along with a balcony just off the kitchen, perfect for grilling. The expansive living and dining space offers oak hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and the added bonus of a powder room, rare for the community. The bedroom level includes two generously sized bedrooms with custom closet systems, and a renovated primary bath with double sinks and a large walk-in shower, along with a refinished secondary bath. At the top, a large Trex rooftop deck showcases sweeping city views and includes a small flex space ideal for an office or reading nook. Additional highlights include an attached 2-car garage and thoughtful renovations throughout. Located just steps from the Riverwalk, Chicago Water Taxi, River North dining, shopping, and transportation.
  1. Listed by Courtney Welsch • Baird & Warner
    P: (773)-770-7513 C: (630)-673-0322 courtney.welsch@bairdwarner.com

Property Details for 638 West Oak Street

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Subdivision
River Village
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
LISTING UPDATED: 02/17/2026 02:49 PM

Property Details for 638 West Oak Street

StatusContingent
MLS #12561761
Days on Market7
Taxes$14,867 / year
HOA Fees$311 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeAttached Single / T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
Year Built2003
Lot Size0.02 AC / 936 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 638 West Oak Street

Stories3Residences102Year Built2003Lot Size0.02 AC / 936 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,444 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,894

Property Taxes

$1,239

HOA Dues

$311

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 638 West Oak Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
  • Jr High Middle School: Ogden Elementary
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lincoln Park High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Storage
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Foyer, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Deck
  • Num of Baths: 2.2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Type Attached: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: 18 X 52
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Total # Units in Building: 102.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 1000
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 638
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1692
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Management Company: First Community Management
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 27
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X09
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X19
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 30X27
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 5X6
Balcony/Porch/Lanai Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Dimensions: 11X5

Property History for 638 West Oak Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 16, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12561761

Feb 11, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12561761

$799,000
Feb 11, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12561761

$825,000
Feb 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12561761

$799,000
Sep 19, 2022

Sold

MRED #11406515

$678,000
Sep 14, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1499141316

$678,000

+3.3% / yr

Aug 22, 2022

Pending

MRED #11406515

Aug 22, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11406515

Jul 22, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11406515

$700,000
May 17, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #11381766

$725,000
Apr 21, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11381766

$725,000
Jun 16, 2010

Sold

MRED #07445064

$455,000
Jun 14, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #293134904

$455,000
Feb 26, 2010

Pending

MRED #07445064

Feb 17, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07445064

$469,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/16/2026

Contingent

MRED #12561761

02/11/2026

Price Change

MRED #12561761

$799,000
02/11/2026

Price Change

MRED #12561761

$825,000
02/11/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12561761

$799,000
09/19/2022

Sold

MRED #11406515

$678,000
09/14/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1499141316

$678,000

+3.3% / yr

08/22/2022

Pending

MRED #11406515

08/22/2022

Contingent

MRED #11406515

07/22/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11406515

$700,000
05/17/2022

Cancelled

MRED #11381766

$725,000
04/21/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11381766

$725,000
06/16/2010

Sold

MRED #07445064

$455,000
06/14/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #293134904

$455,000
02/26/2010

Pending

MRED #07445064

02/17/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07445064

$469,900

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Public Records for 638 West Oak Street

Taxable ValueLand$11,725Additions$59,275Total$71,000
Tax Record2023$14,980 ($1,248 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,692 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,692 SqFtStories3Lot Size938 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built2005CountyCOOKAPN17-04-316-016Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 638 West Oak Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ogden Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lincoln Park High School
Public9 to 12

Skinner North Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Noble St Charter-the Noble Academy
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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