527 Lyman Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304
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527 Lyman Avenue,Oak Park, IL 60304
$500,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,215 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Sun, Mar 2912:00 pm - 02:00 pm
Listed by: linda rooney
Office: berkshire hathaway homeservices chicago
MLS#:12593184
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$411.52
About this home
Harrison Street Arts District nearby * Huge front porch * Bluestone patio * 2.5-car garage * Finished basement space * James Hardie siding 2024 * Roof 2021 * Furnace 2015. Set on a wide lot in Oak Park, this home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates and inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces. Built in 1903, the home retains many original details including hardwood floors, classic wood trim, a built-in dining hutch, and a beautiful staircase with original railing. Oversized windows throughout the home bring in abundant natural light, creating bright living and dining rooms that feel open and welcoming. Some original windows from the early 1900s remain as part of the home's historic character. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances replaced in 2021 and connects easily to the main living spaces. A convenient first-floor powder room was added in 2019 along with updates to the main bathroom. Upstairs bedrooms benefit from generous windows and comfortable layouts, while central air provides year-round comfort. Additional living space is found in the partially finished basement family room, offering flexibility for relaxing, hobbies, work-from-home needs, or recreation. Major updates provide long-term value and efficiency, including James Hardie fiber-cement siding with added rigid foam insulation board installed in 2024, a GAF Timberline roof and gutters completed in 2021, Renewal by Andersen windows on both floors, and a furnace replaced in 2015. Outdoor living is a highlight of the property. A huge covered front porch creates a welcoming place to relax and enjoy the neighborhood streetscape. The professionally landscaped yard leads to a large bluestone patio that provides excellent space for outdoor dining or gatherings. The shaded backyard also includes custom cedar raised garden beds for vegetables, herbs, or flowers. A detached 2.5-car garage with alley access adds convenience and extra storage. The location offers excellent proximity to the Harrison Street Arts District, a well-known Oak Park destination featuring galleries, studios, creative businesses, and neighborhood events throughout the year. Nearby parks include Longfellow Park, Barrie Park, and Columbus Park. CTA Blue Line and Green Line access provide convenient transit connections, and schools serving the area include Longfellow Elementary School, Percy Julian Middle School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School....
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Home facts
- Year built:1904
- Listing ID #:12593184
- Added:2 day(s) ago
- Updated:March 29, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:7
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished
- Living area:1,215 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1904
- Building area:1,215 sq. ft.
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
- Middle school:Percy Julian Middle School
- Elementary school:Longfellow Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$411.52
- Tax amount:$12,485 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2.5
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