1117 Chicago Ave

Construction date: documented 1924*

Architect:

J. T. Herter

Builder:

August A. Caron & Son

Style:

Commercial building, Spanish Colonial Revival

Historical Summary:

Was originally an automobile service station.

Significant Owner(s):

George Rasmussen

Status of Historic Designation:

Designated at National level : Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture
Designated at Local level : Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture

Rating or Rank:

Contributing

Evaluation of Potential Eligibility:

Potentially eligible as a contributing resource

Architectural Description:

This is a 1-story commercial building in the Spanish Colonial Revival style built in 1924. The structural system is masonry. Exterior walls are original stucco. The building has a flat roof. Windows are replacement aluminum, 1-light casements. Transom window over entry door. Entry at grade.

* Date source: Village of Oak Park building permit archives.

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Located in:

1117 Chicago Ave Oak Park, Illinois USA

1117 Chicago Ave

Construction date: documented 1924*