Welcome to 592 S Oakland Ave, a fantastic opportunity for investors, first-time buyers, or anyone ready to bring their vision to life! This 2-bedroom, 1 and a half bathroom home offers the perfect chance to create a space that truly feels like your own. Whether you're looking to add value through updates and improvements or searching for an affordable property to make your own, the possibilities are here. The home is being sold as-is, providing a great opportunity for those with a vision and a desire to build equity. With the right updates and personal touches, this property could be transformed into a charming home or a worthwhile investment. Don’t miss your chance to unlock the potential and create your dream home!
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dennis Lab School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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Macarthur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
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About Lincoln
Park
Lincoln Park, located between E Eldorado St and E Pershing Rd, is a residential and park-adjacent Decatur neighborhood with a broad greenbelt and a classic street-grid feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lincoln Park grounds near E Eldorado St, where ballfields, shaded paths, and seasonal activity set the daily rhythm. Early- to mid-century houses mix with tidy brick ranches and mature trees, giving blocks a settled, walkable cadence. Lincoln Park itself anchors outdoor routines with courts, playground areas, and open lawns. Nearby, the Decatur Civic Center and the Transfer House provide cultural and architectural touchpoints tied to city events and local history. Short drives connect to downtown’s independent dining and arts scene without changing the neighborhood’s quieter tempo.
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Market insights
592 Oakland Ave · $49,999
DAYS ON MARKET
37 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.5%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$49,999
Median list price in this area is $146,450. (193% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Gas water heater
Unfinished full basement
Bedrooms
Total of 5 rooms (bedroom count not specified)
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
No central cooling
Exterior features
Gravel road access
Home design
Single-family residence
One-story
Construction
Vinyl siding
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
The purpose of this district, and of districts R-2 and R-3 is to encourage and protect single-family neighborhoods and the land uses which are compatible with them.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
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Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Redfin Estimate for 592 Oakland Ave
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $15,000 and $110,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $15K to $110K.