Designed by the well-known Prairie School architects Tallmadge & Watson, this spectacular, light-filled family home, just steps from the University of Chicago campus, has been meticulously modernized while preserving a wealth of period detail, including Roman brick fireplaces, incredible oak and birch woodwork, and hardwood floors throughout. The stunning kitchen has been completely renovated and the baths thoughtfully updated. Central a/c. The beautifully designed backyard has parking for 1 to 2 cars.
Pending
Price cut: $55K (6/30)
$1,495,000
1201 E 56th St, Chicago, IL 60637
5beds
3,564sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
3,540 Square Feet Lot
$1,424,900 Zestimate®
$419/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Roman brick fireplacesMeticulously modernizedSpectacular light-filled family homeStunning kitchenWealth of period detailBeautifully designed backyardHardwood floors throughout
- 200 days
- 69
- 1
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert Sullivan 773-793-0458,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12575802
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Enclosed Porch, Foyer, Study
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X8
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Third
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Study
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,564 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Yes, Owned
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 3,540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 X 118
Details
- Parcel number: 20142070010000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Row House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $419/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,640,000
- Annual tax amount: $33,051
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,424,900
$1.35M - $1.50M
$4,902/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$419/sqft |
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| 8/15/2026 | Contingent | $1,495,000$419/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $1,495,000-3.5%$419/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Price change | $1,550,000-6%$435/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,649,000-8.1%$463/sqft |
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| 9/11/2024 | Listing removed | $1,795,000$504/sqft |
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| 9/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+32.9%$504/sqft |
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| 6/28/2013 | Sold | $1,350,500-6.9%$379/sqft |
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| 3/14/2013 | Price change | $1,450,000-3%$407/sqft |
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| 11/1/2012 | Price change | $1,495,000-3.5%$419/sqft |
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| 7/10/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000+19.2%$435/sqft |
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| 7/15/2010 | Sold | $1,300,000-13%$365/sqft |
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| 1/30/2010 | Price change | $1,495,000-11.5%$419/sqft |
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| 12/5/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,690,000$474/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $33,052 +21% | $164,000 +27.1% |
| 2023 | $27,315 +2.9% | $129,000 |
| 2022 | $26,533 +2.3% | $129,000 |
| 2021 | $25,941 +5.5% | $129,000 +16.9% |
| 2020 | $24,579 +2% | $110,332 -8% |
| 2019 | $24,095 +1.7% | $119,927 |
| 2018 | $23,690 +32.7% | $119,927 +44.7% |
| 2017 | $17,847 +7.5% | $82,907 |
| 2016 | $16,605 +9.3% | $82,907 |
| 2015 | $15,192 -30.1% | $82,907 -29.2% |
| 2014 | $21,723 +4.4% | $117,082 |
| 2013 | $20,816 +1.2% | $117,082 |
| 2012 | $20,562 +25.2% | $117,082 +13.2% |
| 2011 | $16,430 -2.4% | $103,410 |
| 2010 | $16,827 +12.1% | $103,410 |
| 2009 | $15,015 +51.2% | $103,410 +42.8% |
| 2008 | $9,927 +0.7% | $72,394 |
| 2007 | $9,857 -0.9% | $72,394 |
| 2006 | $9,942 -7.9% | $72,394 +5% |
| 2005 | $10,792 +1.3% | $68,974 |
| 2004 | $10,654 +1.8% | $68,974 |
| 2003 | $10,464 -9.8% | $68,974 +2.3% |
| 2002 | $11,600 +4.3% | $67,400 |
| 2001 | $11,126 +12.1% | $67,400 |
| 2000 | $9,926 -0.7% | $67,400 +30.4% |
| 1999 | $9,993 | $51,669 |
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Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ray Elementary 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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