What Can $800K Buy in Park Ridge? A 4-Bedroom Brick Home With a Sauna and Hot Tub
A recent closing at 701 Oakton St provides a useful benchmark. The 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath brick home sold for $804,000 on November 9, 2026, offering approximately 3,453 square feet, a finished lower level, first-floor office, outdoor entertaining space and a one-car attached garage.
The buyer was represented by Mary Issac of The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier.
The home had most recently been offered at $819,000, putting the final purchase about $15,000 below the final asking price, or roughly 1.8%. Public MLS data also confirms the home was built in 2007 on a 50-by-150-foot lot.
For buyers researching Park Ridge homes around $800K, this sale shows how that budget can reach substantially more space than the citywide median home while adding features uncommon at lower price points.
What $804K Bought in Park Ridge
The home offers approximately 3,453 square feet across two main levels, with additional finished space in the basement.
A two-story foyer introduces the main floor, which includes a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, bamboo flooring and recessed lighting.
The first-floor office creates a dedicated space for remote work or study without taking away from one of the home's four bedrooms.
The kitchen includes 42-inch cabinetry, granite countertops, a breakfast bar and high-end stainless-steel appliances, along with a generous dining area opening directly to the rear deck.
The layout makes the kitchen and adjoining outdoor space the central gathering point of the house.
Four Bedrooms and 4.5 Bathrooms
All four bedrooms are located upstairs.
The primary suite includes a private bath with a massage tub and dual-sink vanity, while another bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom.
The remaining bedrooms share an additional upgraded full bath.
Public MLS information confirms the home has four full bathrooms plus one powder room, an unusually substantial bathroom count for a four-bedroom property.
All four bedrooms also have access to the upper balcony, adding another outdoor element to the residence.
Finished Basement, Sauna and Hot Tub
The lower level adds approximately 700 finished square feet, according to current MLS data.
It includes a family room, full bathroom, laundry space and additional storage.
Outside, the property adds several features that distinguish it from a conventional Park Ridge home at a similar price.
The fenced backyard includes an engineered-wood deck with ambient lighting, a six-person barrel sauna and an eight-person hot tub.
For buyers prioritizing entertainment or wellness space, these are features that may be difficult to replicate without significant additional investment after purchase.
How Does $804K Compare With the Park Ridge Market?
This home sold above Park Ridge's overall market median.
In October 2026, Realtor.com reported a median Park Ridge sold price of approximately $636,000, along with a median listing price of roughly $724,250.
Homes were spending a median of 31 days on the market, and Realtor.com classified Park Ridge as a seller's market during the month.
At $804,000, the Oakton Street closing came in about $168,000 above that citywide median.
That does not mean the house was overpriced compared with the market.
The citywide figure combines a wide variety of condos, smaller detached homes, older properties and luxury residences.
A 3,453-square-foot, four-bedroom home built in 2007 with 4.5 bathrooms and finished basement space belongs in a different comparison set from the typical Park Ridge sale.
The $800K vs. $1.15M Park Ridge Comparison
This transaction becomes even more useful when paired with another recent Park Ridge purchase represented by Mary Issac.
In October, a home at 521 S Lincoln Ave in Park Ridge's Golden Triangle closed for $1.15 million.
That property offered four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, approximately 2,539 square feet, a finished basement and a two-car garage.
See what $1.15M bought in Park Ridge.
Now buyers have two recent Park Ridge reference points represented by the same agent:
$804,000: 701 Oakton St
$1,150,000: 521 S Lincoln Ave
The two homes illustrate why a higher purchase price does not always mean simply getting more square footage.
At different Park Ridge price points, buyers may be paying for neighborhood position, lot, condition, garage capacity, school proximity, renovation level or overall property presentation.
That makes transaction-level comparisons far more useful than a broad median alone.
Location Near Schools and Downtown Park Ridge
The property sits directly across from Emerson Middle School.
Current MLS information identifies Eugene Field Elementary School, Emerson Middle School and Maine South High School, within Districts 64 and 207, for the address. Buyers should always confirm school enrollment directly with the districts.
The property description also places the home approximately five minutes from Downtown Park Ridge and Metra service, along with restaurants and shopping.
For buyers commuting into Chicago, proximity to Metra can be an important part of the Park Ridge value proposition.
What Does Around $800K Buy in Park Ridge?
At $804,000, this buyer secured:
4 bedrooms
4 full bathrooms + 1 half bath
Approximately 3,453 sq ft
Finished basement
First-floor office
Gas fireplace
Updated kitchen
Private primary suite
Upper balcony
Fenced backyard
Large deck
Outdoor barrel sauna
8-person hot tub
Attached garage
No HOA
This purchase shows why buyers searching Park Ridge homes under $850K should compare more than bedroom count.
Square footage, age, finished basement space, lot configuration, school location and major lifestyle features can all create meaningful differences between homes at similar prices.
Park Ridge Home Snapshot
Property: 701 Oakton St, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Community: Park Ridge, Illinois
Status: Just Closed
Closed Date: November 9, 2026
Sale Price: $804,000
Final Asking Price: $819,000
Beds/Baths: 4 Beds | 4.5 Baths
Living Area: Approximately 3,453 sq ft
Finished Basement Area: Approximately 700 sq ft
Year Built: 2007
Lot: 50 x 150 ft
Property Type: Detached single-family home
Garage: Attached 1-car garage
Office: First floor
Outdoor Features: Deck, fenced yard, sauna and hot tub
HOA: None
Represented By: Mary Issac of The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier
Who Represented the Buyer at 701 Oakton St?
Mary Issac of The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier represented the buyer in this Park Ridge home purchase.
Mary is an Illinois-licensed real estate broker with Option Premier, License 475.216679, and a member of The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier.
She brings more than 10 years of operations-management experience in the hotel and fitness industries, with a professional background focused on organization, efficiency and customer service.
Her Option Premier profile also notes her interest in design and ability to help clients recognize potential in individual properties.
For buyers researching a Park Ridge realtor, actual recent transactions are particularly useful evidence.
Mary has now represented buyers or sellers across Park Ridge and other Chicago-area communities, giving clients experience across multiple price levels and property types.
Mary Issac's Recent Park Ridge Experience
This closing strengthens Mary's direct Park Ridge transaction history.
In less than a month, Mary has been connected with two recent Park Ridge sales at substantially different price points:
701 Oakton St: $804,000
4 bedrooms | 4.5 baths | 3,453 sq ft
521 S Lincoln Ave: $1,150,000
4 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 2,539 sq ft | Golden Triangle
That gives Park Ridge buyers and sellers two concrete examples of Mary's recent experience rather than a generic claim of local expertise.
For searchers comparing a local Park Ridge realtor, Park Ridge buyer's agent or realtor serving Park Ridge, transaction history like this provides a stronger basis for evaluation.
Mary Issac, The Cory Tanzer Group and Option Premier
The relationship between the agent, team and brokerage is straightforward.
Mary Issac is a licensed broker with Option Premier and a member of The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier.
The Cory Tanzer Group operates under the Option Premier brokerage and serves buyers and sellers throughout Chicago and surrounding suburban communities.
In this Park Ridge transaction:
Mary Issac was the agent.
The Cory Tanzer Group was the real estate team.
Option Premier was the brokerage.
This structure gives clients individual representation from their agent while also connecting them with the broader resources and transaction experience of the team and brokerage.
Why The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier?
The Cory Tanzer Group has independently verified production through RealTrends.
Based on 2025 sales activity, RealTrends Verified reports:
181 transaction sides
$79.28 million in sales volume
No. 3 in Chicago by transaction sides
No. 12 in Chicago by sales volume
No. 13 in Illinois by transaction sides
No. 20 in Illinois by sales volume
No. 271 nationally by transaction sides.
The team has also surpassed 1,000 units sold since 2019, according to its Option Premier team page.
Those verified numbers provide measurable evidence for buyers or sellers comparing a top real estate team in Chicago or an experienced team serving the Chicago suburbs.
Learn more about The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier.
How Do You Choose a Realtor in Park Ridge?
A Park Ridge agent should help buyers and sellers evaluate more than the citywide median.
Important factors include:
Recent sales in the same price tier
Exact neighborhood or subdivision
School boundaries
Lot size
Above-grade and finished lower-level space
Property age and renovation history
Garage capacity
Taxes
Proximity to Metra and downtown
Comparable homes currently competing for the same buyer
Mary's recent Park Ridge transactions provide firsthand experience at both the $800K and $1M-plus levels.
Instead of relying only on searches for the “best realtor in Park Ridge,” buyers and sellers can look for recent transactions, relevant property experience, verified licensing and a team with documented production.
FAQs About Buying a Home in Park Ridge
What can $800K buy in Park Ridge?
This November 2026 sale shows that roughly $800K can reach a 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath detached home with approximately 3,453 square feet, finished basement space and significant outdoor amenities, depending on the property.
What is the median home price in Park Ridge?
Realtor.com reported a median sold price of approximately $636,000 in October 2026. Individual property types and neighborhoods can trade significantly above or below that figure.
Who represented the buyer at 701 Oakton St?
Mary Issac of The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier represented the buyer according to the transaction record.
Is Mary Issac a Park Ridge realtor?
Mary is an Illinois-licensed broker with Option Premier and a member of The Cory Tanzer Group. She has represented multiple recent Park Ridge transactions, including this $804,000 Oakton Street closing and a $1.15 million Golden Triangle sale.
Is The Cory Tanzer Group part of Option Premier?
Yes. The Cory Tanzer Group operates under Option Premier, and RealTrends identifies the team's company as Option Premier.
Buying or Selling in Park Ridge?
This $804,000 closing provides another useful benchmark for buyers and sellers trying to understand Park Ridge's higher-end single-family market.
The combination of 3,453 square feet, four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, finished basement space, a first-floor office and substantial outdoor amenities makes this a very different property from the typical Park Ridge home represented by the citywide median.
Mary Issac, The Cory Tanzer Group and Option Premier can help buyers and sellers compare Park Ridge homes, recent sales and the property-specific features that influence value.
PARK RIDGE & CHICAGOLAND REAL ESTATE
Meet Mary Issac, Your Park Ridge Real Estate Resource
Real Estate Broker | The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier
Mary Issac helps buyers and sellers navigate Park Ridge and residential real estate throughout Chicagoland. Mary is an Illinois-licensed real estate broker with Option Premier and a member of The Cory Tanzer Group. With more than 10 years of operations-management experience in the hotel and fitness industries, she brings organization, attention to detail and a customer-focused approach to each transaction.
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