125 S Ridgeland Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Property Description

** Multiple Offers Received. Highest and Best Requested by 10:00 am on Tue, Jul 1st ** Elegant, charm-filled, updated, spacious Victorian on an oversized Oak Park lot beckons! This lovely, light-filled home features room to roam, modern conveniences, a wealth of character, and additional bonuses that make for fantastic living and entertaining! From the inviting, wide and deep front porch, be welcomed into the sun-filled foyer and appreciate what lies beyond - gorgeous hardwood flooring, tall bright windows, and soaring ceilings. Gather with loved ones in the massive, inviting, sun-drenched living room, featuring multiple conversation areas and large south- and east-facing windows, including one with an adorable window bench. This room is perfect for rallying around for game night as well as cozying up by the charming fireplace for a quiet night in. The adjoining sunlit, roomy dining room with its statement light fixture can easily accommodate your biggest holiday parties and showcases a large picture window overlooking the deep backyard full of beautiful perennials. Cooking your finest meals or prepping snacks is a delight in this new, completely remodelled kitchen with loads of brand-new, chic cabinetry; bright quartz countertops; an extra-large, deep stainless steel sink; new plumbing and fixtures; new canned lighting; new stainless steel appliances; plus a handy pantry closet! A spacious, freshly updated first-floor powder room and back door drop zone complete this level, making for easy living and entertaining. When you're ready to retire, head upstairs to find bedroom options galore! The massive bedroom at the front of the home (originally two bedrooms) features east and south exposures, providing a spacious, serene, and practical space, complete with two closets. Two additional large and bright bedrooms are also located on this level, both featuring generous storage, and a spacious family bath completes this level. The third level boasts a large bedroom and living area with high ceilings, and with ample space to add another bath down the road, the potential for a luxurious, primary en-suite. Down at the lower level, the high and dry basement is currently used for storage, workshop, and laundry and offers the possibility of adding even more living space if needed. Al fresco living and dining is a dream in this home, boasting a large deck with a pergola and a massive, lush yard featuring lovely English-style wildflower, perennial gardens, as well as a convenient two-car garage. The adjoining outbuilding is a wonderful surprise, and, with its heater and garage door, offers numerous options for use--extra tall bonus parking, office space, workout space, music studio, she-shed, man-cave, or more--the possibilities are endless! This delightful home has been well-maintained and features a lot of updates: newly refinished floors (2025); new paint throughout (2025); new kitchen (2024) with cabinets (2024) and quartz (2024), new fridge (2024), new dishwasher (2024), new microwave (2025); resealed deck and pergola (2025); new light fixtures throughout (2024-2025); repainted basement and sealed floor (2023); tear-off roof and reconstructed chimney (2022); exterior paint (2021); front porch stairs rebuilt (2021); back deck and pergola (2020); heated studio space (2012); central air; 100 Amp service, and so much more. All this in a fantastic location that takes advantage of all Oak Park has to offer--close to schools, parks, pool, soccer and baseball fields, ice-arena, dog park, ice-cream, Farmer's Market, coffee, dining, shopping, groceries, among others, and a commuter's dream--minutes from the Green line and Metra and less than 9 miles to downtown Chicago. This is the one you've been waiting for--all you have to do is unpack and get ready to enjoy summer. Welcome home!