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Beer Garden, 'Man Cave' Garage Give Farmhouse Bungalow Its Charm

The landscaping of this 3-bedroom Oak Forest home also won an annual award from the city.

OAK FOREST, IL — If houses could give hugs, then this Oak Forest farmhouse bungalow might be what they would look like. This three-bedroom, 1,694-square-foot home has a rustic charm, and its landscaping earned it a Forest In Bloom Award from the city this year.

The residence at 15748 Lamon Ave., recently went on the market earlier this month. The asking price is $209,900, according to its Realtor.com listing.

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Built in 1919, the very-livable house has a cozy living room-dining room combination that features huge windows and cathedral ceilings. The galley kitchen comes with granite counters, a breakfast room and built-in cabinetry.

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Outside, a covered porch gives a relaxing view of the beautiful, fenced-in front yard. There also is back yard beer garden and a detached garage that has been converted into a self-described "man cave."

Go to the Realtor.com listing for more details.


  • Address: 15748 Lamon Ave, Oak Forest, Illinois
  • Price: $209,900
  • Square Feet: 1694
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1 Full and 1 Half Baths
  • Built: 1919
  • Features: Charming Farmhouse Bungalow on a Corner Lot w/Beautiful Curb Appeal & Landscaping. So much Character in this Gorgeous 3 Bdrms, 1.5 Bthrm Home. Brand New Carpeting Throughout. Living Rm/Dining Rm Combo. Living Rm Features Large Windows & Cathedrals Ceiling. Dining Rm Features Large Window & Charming Chandelier. Galley Kitchen w/Granite Countertops w/Breakfast Rm w/ Table Space, Access to Rear Porch & Built-In Cabinetry, Counter Top Space & Hardwood Flooring in Both Rms. 2 Bdrms on 1st Level & Huge Bdrm on 2nd level which features a Half Bath & Ample Closet Space. Covered Front Porch w/Dog Gate. SPECTACULAR Beer Garden in the Back w/ a Privacy Fence. Detached 3.5 Car Garage w/it's own Electric Panel, Ceiling Fan Currently Being Used as a Man Cave. Fenced Yard Perfect for your Furry Friends! Walking distance to METRA, various hiking & biking trails. Hardwood Flooring under Carpet. Walk down 5 ft high cellar/crawl space great for storage.

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.


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