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$1,975,000
39 Days On Site

515 Fair Oaks Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
5,000
SqFt
$395
/SqFt
1897
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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Step into over 5,000 sq ft of masterfully designed living space in this acclaimed 1897 Elizabeth and Rollin Furbeck House-one of Frank Lloyd Wright's earliest and most innovative residential works. Located on one of Oak Park's most picturesque, tree-lined streets, this rare and major transitional design blends historic architectural significance with modern luxury and livability. Enter through the gracious front porch into a richly detailed interior featuring an open, flowing floor plan-revolutionary for its time and now a hallmark of modern living. The main level begins with a dramatic living room anchored by a stunning fireplace inglenook-perfect for warming up on quiet evenings or gathering with friends. The space flows seamlessly into the formal dining room, which easily accommodates large family gatherings and special occasions. Adjacent to the dining room is the den/media room, where a vaulted ceiling creates a dramatic yet comfortable retreat. A mezzanine reading nook overlooks the main floor, adding a warm, intimate layer to the home's grand scale. The expansive family room and gourmet kitchen-equipped with top-tier appliances and custom cabinetry-anchor the home for daily comfort and entertaining. An endless array of architectural details enrich every room, among them: gorgeous art glass, unique exterior dentil moldings, foot-high baseboards, coved ceilings, custom-made art glass light fixtures modeled after Wright's other famous works, and finely crafted built-ins throughout. The second floor includes three bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with spacious walk-in-closet and oversized spa like bath. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath on the third floor offer flexibility for guests, offices, or creative space. The lower level offers a comfortable recreation room ideal for movie nights, play space, or casual lounging-along with a utility area and plenty of extra storage. Outside, enjoy an oversized lot with a heated pool, Brazilian IPE wood deck, trumpet vine-covered arbor, bluestone patio, and prairie garden-an outdoor oasis for entertaining or unwinding.Five garage spaces across two structures offer flexibility for car collectors-or convert the original stable into a home office, studio, yoga room, pool house, or guest suite. Updated with state-of-the-art mechanicals and smart technology, this is a rare opportunity to own a livable, luxurious piece of architectural history.All within walking distance to top-rated schools, parks, shops, restaurants, and Oak Park's beloved farmers market.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,975,000
Days On Site 
39 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
5,000 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.3 Acres
Year Built 
1897
MLS® Number 
12350605
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$30,805
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Appraiser
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.3
Foundation 
Stone
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
5
Parking 
On SiteDetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
5
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalRange HoodGas Oven
Basement 
None
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomWood Burning
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Hot WaterNatural GasForced AirSteam
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Entrance FoyerBuilt-in FeaturesBookcases
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 11X15Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 11X13Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 12X14Level - Third
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 11X12Level - Third
Dark Room 
Dimensions - 6X19Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 13X23Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 13X31Level - Lower
Foyer 
Dimensions - 11X5Level - Main
Game Room 
Dimensions - 12X16Level - Lower
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 23X24Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island,Granite Counters
Laundry 
Dimensions - 15X12Level - Lower
Living Room 
Dimensions - 21X25Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 12X17Level - Second
Media Room 
Dimensions - 15X11Level - Main
Sitting Room 
Dimensions - 6X11Level - Main
Tandem Room 
Dimensions - 6X12Level - Second
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 8X15Level - Main
Work Room 
Dimensions - 11X13Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Other Structures 
Workshop
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Pool Features 
In Ground
Roof 
Shake
Community Features
MLS Area 
Oak Park
School District 
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Township 
Oak Park
Schools
School District
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Elementary School
Whittier Elementary School
Middle School
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
High School
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago



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