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$780,000
1936 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
5beds
5,632sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
3,005.64 Square Feet Lot
$818,100 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$4,159 Estimated rent
Home value
$818,100
$728,000 - $916,000
$4,159/mo
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What's special
Nestled in one of the city's most diverse and vibrant neighborhoods; this sophisticated urban oasis boasts hardwood floors, numerous upgrades, and a sound system wired throughout the sprawling 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom floor plan. Find additional live/work/play, laundry and storage spaces across 3 levels, PLUS a BONUS 4th floor loft/workshop, for more than 5,600 sf of livable interior space! Outdoor areas include a fenced front/back yard, 3 XL balconies, and 2 parking spaces. Bedrooms and laundry rooms are located on lower level and 2nd floor. Level 2 also offers one of three family/living rooms centered around a gas burning fireplace with a vintage mantelpiece, offset by the wet bar. King-sized primary suite features full bath with heated floors, jetted tub, and a walk-in-closet. Brazilian cherrywood floors sprawl across the expansive formal living room, dining area, and beyond the chef's kitchen; boasting a tantalizing amount of space for entertaining on the main floor. Lowest level was originally an apartment and offers front and rear access, making it a great option for au-pair's quarters, in-law arrangement, or income-producing tenants. ~1-block from Thalia Hall and 18th Street restaurants including S.K.Y., 5 Rabanitos, HaiSous, La Mejikana, and La Luna, and centrally positioned to Rush, the medical district, UIC. 15 minutes to Lurie Children's, Northwestern and University of Chicago.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 24, 2024 at 12:12am
Listing courtesy of:
Alys Baldwin 773-550-8050,
Virtue Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Exclusive Agency
NON MEMBER
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12150315
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 1116 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X62
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X22
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X17
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X26
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X9
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X9
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X10
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X10
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X8
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit, Multiple Locations
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,632 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Alley, Off Street, Alley Access, Garage Faces Side, On Site, Owned
- Has garage: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,005 sqft
- Dimensions: 24.5 X 125
Details
- Parcel number: 17203260330000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2024 | Sold | $780,000-11.3%$138/sqft |
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| 10/30/2024 | Contingent | $879,000$156/sqft |
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| 10/19/2024 | Price change | $879,000-0.1%$156/sqft |
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| 10/17/2024 | Price change | $879,900-2.2%$156/sqft |
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| 10/1/2024 | Listing removed | $6,000$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,850 +2.8% | $50,000 |
| 2022 | $9,581 +2.1% | $50,000 |
| 2021 | $9,385 +37.5% | $50,000 +63.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Pilsen
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Perez Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Juarez Community Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Perez Elementary School
- High: Juarez High School
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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