$1,049,900

beds

baths

half bath

3,733

square ft

511 S Elmwood Avenue

Oak Park, Illinois 60304

New / MLS #12745951 / Single Family / Oak Park

Listing information updated 8/29/2026 at 6:04am

Welcome to the Gunderson on Elmwood! An extraordinary, fully renovated historic masterpiece where timeless architecture meets modern luxury. Designed by renowned architect Frank A. Gunderson for his daughter, this one-of-a-kind residence showcases exquisite original craftsmanship, including stunning stained-glass windows and tray ceilings! All while offering every modern convenience today's buyer desires. This exceptional home features 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 beautifully updated bathrooms, and three full finished levels of living space! Providing the perfect balance of elegance, comfort, and functionality. The designer kitchen with a separate breakfasts nook, opens seamlessly to expansive living and dining spaces! While the luxurious primary suite boasts a spa-inspired bathroom and an impressive custom walk-in closet worthy of a boutique. The finished basement offers additional living and entertaining space! Ideal for a recreation room, home gym, media room, or guest accommodations. Completely renovated in 2020, major improvements include: New HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Roof & Central Air. Situated in one of Oak Park's most desirable locations, you'll enjoy the convenience of close proximity to: Green and Blue CTA Lines, award winning schools, grocery stores, restaurants, parks, and everything downtown Oak Park has to offer. Adding even more value, the sale includes the adjacent 507 S. Elmwood buildable lot on a separate PIN, creating an incredible opportunity for future development, expanded outdoor living, or long-term investment. A rare opportunity to own one of Oak Park's most iconic historic homes with the added benefit of a buildable lot offering luxury, history, and unmatched potential in one remarkable package. Schedule your private showing today.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Victorian

Exterior Type:

Stucco,Other

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,733

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

13x28 - Main

Dining Room:

13x15 - Main

Kitchen:

13x15 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

19x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x16 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

13x20 - Third

4th Bedroom:

13x24 - Third

Breakfast Room:

8x11 - Main Level

Foyer:

6x22 - Main Level

Enclosed Porch:

33x7 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

12x24 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

19x8 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$22,176

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60304

City:

Oak Park

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

97, 200

Elementary School:

Longfellow Elementary School

Middle School:

Percy Julian Middle School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Architecture Style:

Victorian

Exterior Type:

Stucco,Other

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,733

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

13x28 - Main

Dining Room:

13x15 - Main

Kitchen:

13x15 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

19x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x16 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

13x20 - Third

4th Bedroom:

13x24 - Third

Breakfast Room:

8x11 - Main Level

Foyer:

6x22 - Main Level

Enclosed Porch:

33x7 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

12x24 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

19x8 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$22,176

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60304

City:

Oak Park

County:

Cook

School District(s):

97, 200

Elementary School:

Longfellow Elementary School

Middle School:

Percy Julian Middle School

High School:

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch

Listing Office: Baird & Warner

Listing Office Phone: 312.242.1000

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511 S Elmwood Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304 is a single family home currently listed at $1,049,900. 511 S Elmwood Avenue features 4 Beds, 3 Baths, 1 Half Bath. This single family home has been listed on @properties Christie's International Real Estate since August 28th, 2026 and was built in 1910. Nearby schools include Longfellow Elementary School, Percy Julian Middle School, and Oak Park & River Forest High Sch. The nearest transit stops include Oak Park CTA Blue line and Oak Park Metra Metra Milwaukee District West line.