David Schatz
Compass
(312) 766-8605
48 Total Sales
1 in Oak Park
$607,500 Price
242 S Maple Ave Unit 1E Oak Park, IL 60302
Oak Park AreaEstimated Value: $155,000 - $164,404
1
Bed
1
Bath
700
Sq Ft
--
Built
Highlights
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- 4-minute walk to Harlem/Lake Station (Green Line)
- Formal Dining Room
- Oliver W Holmes Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Mills Park/Pleasant Home
About This Home
As of May 2026Bright, high first-floor condo at 242 S. Maple Ave. This oversized, south-facing one-bedroom unit blends classic Oak Park charm with modern updates. Enjoy excellent natural light, original vintage trim, hardwood floors, and a dedicated formal dining room that flows seamlessly into the main living space. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, maple cabinetry, and a highly desirable in-unit washer and dryer. Storage is abundant with generous closets and a massive 8x5 dedicated basement storage room. Unbeatable walkability: you are just blocks from the CTA Green Line, Metra, Mills Park, and downtown Oak Park's dining and shopping corridors. Free daytime parking is right out front on Maple, with overnight Village passes available for $137/quarter. This is a well-maintained, pet-friendly building (up to two pets under 45 lbs). Owner-occupied; no rentals allowed without board hardship approval.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,225
HOA Fees
- $439 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Storage
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Oliver W Holmes Elementary Schoo
- Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
- Oak Park & River Forest High Sch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 34 Units
- Patty Association, Phone Number (708) 876-3208
- Property managed by Mastercare
- Lock-and-Leave Community
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 45 lbs
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2026
Closed on
Apr 27, 2026
Sold by
Hettinger James
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Gaffney
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Niemiec
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$162,811
Premium/Discount to List
$2,911
1.82%
Views
16
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,210
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.17%
Original Mortgage
$130,249
Outstanding Balance
$129,351
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$32,250
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2003
Sold by
Fox Partners Lp
Bought by
Hettinger James M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,600
Interest Rate
5.87%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Oak Park, IL
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David Schatz
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $163,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Hettinger James M | $147,500 | Prairie Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $130,249 | ||
| Previous Owner | Hettinger James M | $88,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hettinger James M | $20,000 | |
| Closed | Hettinger James M | $132,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2026 05/01/26 | Sold | $162,811 | +1.8% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 04/18/2026 04/18/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2026 04/09/26 | For Sale | $159,900 | 0.0% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2026 04/09/26 | Off Market | $159,900 | -- | -- |
| 06/23/2022 06/23/22 | Rented | $1,350 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/17/2022 06/17/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2022 06/12/22 | For Rent | $1,350 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/04/2022 06/04/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2022 05/19/22 | For Rent | $1,350 | +17.4% | -- |
| 10/27/2021 10/27/21 | Rented | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2021 10/15/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/11/2021 10/11/21 | For Rent | $1,150 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,084 | $12,776 | $765 | $12,011 |
| 2024 | $3,084 | $12,776 | $765 | $12,011 |
| 2023 | $2,593 | $12,776 | $765 | $12,011 |
| 2022 | $2,593 | $10,174 | $485 | $9,689 |
| 2021 | $2,560 | $10,172 | $484 | $9,688 |
| 2020 | $2,581 | $10,172 | $484 | $9,688 |
| 2019 | $2,877 | $10,927 | $446 | $10,481 |
| 2018 | $2,766 | $10,927 | $446 | $10,481 |
| 2017 | $2,727 | $10,927 | $446 | $10,481 |
| 2016 | $2,893 | $9,685 | $369 | $9,316 |
| 2015 | $2,689 | $10,079 | $369 | $9,710 |
| 2014 | $2,897 | $11,213 | $369 | $10,844 |
| 2013 | $3,074 | $12,076 | $369 | $11,707 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michael Gaffney
Seller's Agent in 2026
Michael Gaffney
Compass
(773) 879-8009
168 Total Sales
-
Jennifer Niemiec
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jennifer Niemiec
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(773) 578-2217
42 Total Sales
-
Exclusive Agency
EA
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Exclusive Agency
NON MEMBER
-
Robert Mehney
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Robert Mehney
@ Properties
(312) 566-7107
64 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12609520
APN: 16-07-308-055-1008
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