Lovingly maintained by the same owner for over 20 years, this spacious residence is ready for your creative vision. The home features four generously sized bedrooms, including a bright and airy primary suite with a walk-in closet and a full bath complete with a soaking tub. The large hall bathroom offers ample space for a dual-sink vanity, and a convenient laundry chute connects to the first floor. The expansive second floor has floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the space in natural light. At its heart is a sweeping living room anchored by the fireplace, which serves as a stylish divider from the formal dining area. The kitchen is conveniently accessible from both the hallway and the dining room via a classic swing door. The first floor includes an attached garage, a spacious family room, a bonus room with potential for a new half bath, and plenty of storage and utility spaces. A private driveway provides two dedicated parking spots. Out back, enjoy a large, shaded yard-ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or playtime with the kids. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a unique, character-filled home in one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods. Walking distance to the University of Chicago, Laboratory Schools, Ray Elementary, the Lakefront and all of Hyde Park's shopping and dining.
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Price cut: $62K (5/12)
$838,000
5517 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
4beds
2,610sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
2,653 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$321/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic swing doorFloor-to-ceiling windowsLarge hall bathroomBonus roomLarge shaded yardAttached garageSpacious family room
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 17, 2025 at 10:07pm
Listing courtesy of:
Frank Lin 773-241-2602,
Everbright Enterprise Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12343764

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Third
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Third
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Third
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X15
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X18
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,610 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 2,653 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 20142030410000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $321/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $620,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,426
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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