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John Sweeney
REALTOR®
(815) 262-5769

42 Royal Vale Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523

$1,800,000
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BEDS5 BATHS3 full SQUARE FEET5,573 MLS#12738417
STATUSNew PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONGinger Creek SCHOOLDistrict 99

Property Description

A rare architectural residence in Chicago's western suburbs, Sahgal House, offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and more than 5,500 square feet across multiple levels, privately positioned on an elevated 0.62-acre corner parcel. This singular and unique property offers a thoughtful expression of Northern California Mid-Century Modernism and Sea Ranch-influenced design. Set within Oak Brook's Ginger Creek neighborhood, the house is defined by soaring volumes, abundant natural light, deliberate sight lines, and a restrained palette of natural materials and organic forms. This home is your sanctuary where you can take a deep breath and be inspired by living in a work of art. The residence was taken back to the studs in a comprehensive renovation that respected its architectural origins while reimagining the home for contemporary living. Distinctive original elements, including redwood ceilings and Chicago common brick, were retained and integrated with new materials and finishes chosen for their texture, scale, and visual continuity. The floor plan was selectively reworked with a remarkably light touch of strategic intervention and creativity. The experience of the home is intentionally contemplative. A dramatic 2.5-story stairwell atrium serves as its uniting element, connecting each level while volumetric clerestory windows draw daylight deep into the interior. Natural textures, shifting ceiling heights, framed views, and unexpected moments create a sequence of spaces that reveal themselves gradually. The architecture provides an unusually sympathetic setting for art, sculpture, and collectible design. For those who appreciate the intellectual rigor of Mid-Century Modern architecture, the home offers both a considered restoration and an opportunity for further authorship. The architecture unfolds with a serenity and Zen-like vibe that makes it truly worthy of experiencing. The design and architectural intentions remain legible, while select elements, including the potential restoration of the original porch designs invite continued interpretation. Ginger Creek provides a distinctive suburban setting with convenient access to Chicago, major airports, interstate highways, and commuter rail, bringing a highly individual architectural residence within easy reach of the city. Move Confidently.

42 Royal Vale Drive | MLS# 12738417

This single family home located at 42 Royal Vale Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,800,000. This property was built in 1978 and has 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths with 5573 sq. ft. Royal Vale Drive is located in the Ginger Creek subdivision within the District 99 school district. Search Ginger Creek real estate on jsweeney.gogambino.com today.

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Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Daylight, Partial, Walk-Out Access
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Fireplaces: 3
Garage: 2.5
Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
Home Style: Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern
Lot Size: 0.63 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $15,120
Year Built: 1978

Amenities

Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Wet Bar
1st Floor Bedroom
In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Bookcases
High Ceilings
Open Floorplan

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Kitchen, Bonus Room, Bedroom 5,Den, Enclosed Balcony, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Recreation Room, Storage
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Exterior: Cedar, Block, Other
Fireplace: Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Living Room, Den/Library
HOA Fee: 1250/ Annually
Laundry: In Unit
Lot: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Lot Dimensions: 135x221x138x91x97
Parcel#: 0628302007
Parking: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 12
Township: York
Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Room Sizes

Kitchen- 2nd: 7X8
Storage: 13X11
Foyer: 10X11
Enclosed Porch: 26X10
Bar/Entertainment: 4X6
Recreation Room: 34X30
Enclosed Balcony: 22X7
Bedroom 5: 15X16
Bonus Room: 14X18
Den: 14X8
Bedroom 2: 15X22
Bedroom 3: 14X28
Bedroom 4: 17X11
Family Room: 23X19
Kitchen: 19X27
Living Room: 17X31
Primary Bedroom: 18X21

Local Schools

High School: North High School
Middle School: Herrick Middle School
Elementary School: Belle Aire Elementary School
School District: District 99

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agency Phone: 630-325-7500

Shown By

Agent Name: John Sweeney
Agent Phone: (815) 262-5769
Agency Title: Gambino Realtors

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$ 9,961.16 per month $8,176.16 Principal & Interest $1,260.00 Property Tax $525.00 Homeowner's Insurance

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