East Lakeview is the setting for this gorgeous contemporary masterpiece. The home is comprised of four levels of living space. The spaces are all accessible by an elevator that can transport you from the basement to the roof and all levels in between. There is a beautiful and spacious living room that combines and flows with the large dining room. The kitchen is a chef's dream and perfect for those who like to cook, entertain or simply enjoy such wide open space. The kitchen has an island with a beautiful custom made marble countertop, high end appliances, pantry, professional range hood, and custom cabinets. The kitchen has various ceiling heights including an area where it reaches upwards of twenty feet, giving the area sense of unmatched volume. The first floor is complimented by an open family room. The rest of the home includes six ample bedrooms, three full baths and two half baths. The generous sized private primary suite has a large walk in closet leading to one of several outside decks. It is complimented by a complete bathroom including all modern amenities. The full finished basement has high ceilings and perfectly equipped for your relaxation. Outside is a beautiful fully fenced back yard just waiting for your outside enjoyment. The sellers have made many improvements which include- newer kitchen, new flooring, new windows, newer mechanicals, new light fixtures, custom closets, new drainage and tile in the backyard, heated gutters and downspouts, and high end appliances. All this plus, RM6 zoning, highly coveted parking spaces, and within a half block to Lake Shore drive and the incomparable Lake Michigan. This is truly a gem. Hurry !!!
Active
$3,300,000
461 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657
6beds
5,400sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
3,818 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$611/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full finished basementTwo half bathsSix ample bedroomsVarious ceiling heightsPrivate primary suiteLarge dining roomNewer kitchen
- 113 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 06, 2025 at 12:41am
Listing courtesy of:
Lorenzo Sanchez 773-419-1724,
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12281085

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Recreation Room, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Third
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Closet, Custom Cabinetry, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 638 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X29
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 741 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X39
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X27
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Elevator, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Electric, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Oversized, On Site, Owned
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,818 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 14213140130000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Overhead Sewers
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $611/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $37,422
- Date on market: 1/31/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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