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Oak Park,IL 60302
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,466 sqft
Price per Sqft $346
MLS Listing ID 12484599
Style Prairie
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1908
Annual Tax Amount $16,849
Tax Year 2023
Lot Dimensions 42X175
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Welcome to the William H. Preston House, a 1908 architectural treasure designated as a historical landmark by The Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest, and lovingly updated for modern living. Located in the heart of downtown Oak Park-just steps from the L train, the farmers' market, the recreation center, and some of the area's best schools-this home blends timeless craftsmanship with 21st-century amenities. This estate-sized residence reflects Craftsman/early-Prairie influence, with a broad front porch perfect for morning coffee or evening entertaining. A rich Farrow & Ball exterior palette carries inside, where the entry hall showcases original millwork, a carved staircase, and leaded glass windows that cast shimmering light across hardwood floors. The bright living room features oak bookcases, millwork accents, and a bank of leaded-glass windows. Beyond its period elegance, it doubles as a 7.1 channel home theater with audiophile-grade speakers integrated into the coffered ceiling, hidden AV rack, and multi-zone audio extending across all three levels and into the backyard. The dining room is ideal for entertaining, encircled by oak moldings and anchored by a magnificent built-in sideboard with leaded-glass doors. A salvaged Craftsman light fixture and adjacent butler's nook with oak bar add character. Off the kitchen, a sun-filled multipurpose room offers backyard views and flexible use as family room, breakfast nook, or playroom. The updated kitchen balances historic and modern, with original glass-front cabinetry, updated counters, and marble tile backsplash. A half bath with period fixtures completes the main level. Upstairs, the quartersawn oak staircase leads to four generous bedrooms, a bonus room/office, and a remodeled full bath. Each bedroom has hardwood floors, high ceilings, large windows, and ample closets. The bath blends vintage style with modern upgrades: marble basketweave floor, subway wainscot, double pedestal sinks, and exposed thermostatic shower. A rear multipurpose room with wall-to-wall windows is ideal as an office or artist's studio. The third floor is a fully renovated retreat with primary suite, office (or sixth bedroom), laundry, hardwood floors, and custom Amish cabinetry. The primary bedroom features treetop views and built-in cabinetry. Dual walk-in closets with custom storage lead to a spa bath with clawfoot tub, frameless glass shower, rain-head, and stone-topped double vanity. Matching cabinetry continues into the office, offering both function and beauty. Hidden knee-wall storage adds practicality. The basement includes a laundry room with chute, workshop/storage, gym, bathroom, and a family room with a second home theater setup. A walkout provides direct access to the outdoor kitchen, creating seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Modern updates include multi-zone heating and cooling, new plumbing, updated electrical panels, spray-foam insulation, and a new roof and gutters (2024). Outdoors, the professionally landscaped backyard is a private oasis with mature trees, multiple gathering spaces, and a bespoke outdoor kitchen featuring a built-in sink with hot/cold water, refrigerator, three-tap kegerator, and natural-gas grill with side burner. The William H. Preston House is a rare Oak Park offering: a historic landmark with unmatched character, expanded by thoughtful renovations and every modern convenience.
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Oak Park
Rooms
Basement Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
Interior
Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,Historic/Period Mlwk,Separate Dining Room,Workshop
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air,Radiator(s)
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplace N
Appliance Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Laundry Upper Level,In Unit,Laundry Closet,Multiple Locations
Exterior
Exterior Feature Outdoor Grill
Garage Spaces 2.0
Building
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Building Description Frame, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Level or Stories 3 Stories
Structure Type Frame
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools William Beye Elementary School
Middle Schools Percy Julian Middle School
High Schools Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
School District 97 ,97, 200
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None