139 South Grove Avenue
139 South Grove Avenue
$1,025,000
6
4
1
7,126
7,126
$144
Closed 3/28/24
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Description
Welcome to the John Seaman House built in 1894 designed by Fidelke & Ellis. This majestic Victorian home commands your attention with it's impressive wrap around porch and grand entrance. The Oak Park Historical Society considers this home to be the most "intact" Victorian in the area. It has all the original features such as ornate custom millwork, stained glass windows, 11 foot ceilings & 6 fireplaces with unique hand-carved mantels. The eye catching woodwork includes White Oak, Mahogany, Curly...Welcome to the John Seaman House built in 1894 designed by Fidelke & Ellis. This majestic Victorian home commands your attention with it's impressive wrap around porch and grand entrance. The Oak Park Historical Society considers this home to be the most "intact" Victorian in the area. It has all the original features such as ornate custom millwork, stained glass windows, 11 foot ceilings & 6 fireplaces with unique hand-carved mantels. The eye catching woodwork includes White Oak, Mahogany, Curly Beach, Butternut & Georgia Pine. There is a large entry with a built-in curved bench which leads to the open grand hall. The living room/double parlor features a fire place and expansive windows which look out on to the front porch. Enter the library with built-in bookcases and a beautiful stained glass window. The large dining room has a hard carved shell motif sideboard flanked with columns and gorgeous windows. Each room is separated by original "pocket doors" that match the woodwork of each room. You will love the 1st floor office perfect for today's remote learning/working. The dazzling staircase is highlighted by a dramatic stained glass window and intricate carved spindles. The enormous master suite has a giant sitting room with a fireplace and a recently renovated bath. There are 3 additional bedrooms, additional full bath and a large office on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor ballroom/recreation room is massive. There are 2 additional bedrooms, a newly renovated full bath & large office on this floor. The 1 bedroom coach house, which is currently rented month to month, has a recently renovated bathroom. There are 2 garages with parking for six cars. Please see a list of renovations under "additional information". This spacious, one-of-a-kind home is not to be missed. Great location - close to train, downtown Oak Park, restaurants & shops. Please note: The coach house entrance is an exterior spiral staircase. 2020 taxes are $35,165.00
- Listed by Anthony Iwersen • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
- Listed by Kathy Iwersen • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold By @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Property Details for 139 South Grove Avenue
Area
Oak Park
TownshipOak Park
OwnershipFee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces6.0
Num Of Parking Spaces6.0
Parking Included in PriceYes
Num of Interior Fireplaces6
Heat/FuelNatural Gas
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 03/30/2024 03:02 AM
Property Details for 139 South Grove Avenue
Status | Closed |
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MLS # | 11004801 |
Days on Market | 1126 |
Taxes | $35,961 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Detached Single / 3 Stories |
Year Built | 1894 |
Lot Size | 0.23 AC / 9,870 SF |
County | Cook County |
Location
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Building Information for 139 South Grove Avenue
Stories-Year Built1894Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,870 SF
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Property History for 139 South Grove Avenue
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 139 South Grove Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$11,103Additions$88,330Total$99,433
Tax Record2022$36,869 ($3,072 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt7,126 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,126 SqFtStories3Lot Size9,870 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1894CountyCOOKAPN16-07-305-022Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 139 South Grove Avenue
This home is within Oak Park - River Forest School District 200.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 5 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Private - | PK to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Oliver W Holmes Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Oak Park & River Forest High School Public9 to 12 | ||
The Field School PrivatePK to 6 |
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