Experience penthouse living that truly feels like a single-family home nestled in between iconic Uptown and Andersonville. This rare 3-story residence sits on a charming tree-lined street and features an extra-wide floor plan with expansive room sizes, hardwood floors throughout, soaring ceilings and incredible natural light. Designed for both comfort and entertaining, the home showcases a dramatic two-sided custom fireplace between the living and dining areas plus an oversized eat in kitchen with generous workspace. Two private balconies provide outdoor retreats-one off the main living area and another from the spacious second level primary suite. The suite boasts vaulted ceilings, double closets and a private bath complete with double vanities, steam shower, and a soaking tub. There are an additional 2 bedrooms and full bath on this floor. The third-floor family room offers versatile living space ideal for a home office, studio, media room, or guest suite. Parking - no problem, garage space included. Perfectly positioned just two blocks from Clark Street's vibrant shops and restaurants, 1.5 blocks to the Red Line, and four blocks from the lakefront, with an express bus nearby for a quick 10-minute commute downtown.
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$816,519
1225 W Carmen Ave APT 2N, Chicago, IL 60640
3beds
2,600sqft
Condominium, Duplex, Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
-- sqft lot
$822,500 Zestimate®
$314/sqft
$4,951 Estimated rent
Home value
$822,500
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Charming tree-lined streetSoaring ceilingsIncredible natural lightHardwood floors throughout
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Listed by:
Kelly Parker 312-881-8981,
Compass,
Kimberly Quintero, ABR,SRS 773-719-2484,
Compass
Bought with:
Suzanne Earth
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12501283
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 496 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X31
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X19
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
Features
- Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Wood Burning, Living Room, Dining Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony
Details
- Parcel number: 14083080561003
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Duplex, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Details
- Builder model: DUPLEX UP
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Storage, Ceiling Fan, Skylights
- Services included: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $350 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $314/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $659,390
- Annual tax amount: $12,225
- Date on market: 3/19/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Sold | $816,519+16.8%$314/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12501283 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Contingent | $699,000$269/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12501283 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+11.8%$269/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12501283 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2024 | Sold | $625,000-0.8%$240/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11955886 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2024 | Contingent | $630,000$242/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11955886 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $630,000$242/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11955886 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2023 | Contingent | $630,000$242/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11948006 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2023 | Listed for sale | $630,000+16.7%$242/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11948006 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2019 | Sold | $540,000-1.8%$208/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10406163 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2019 | Pending sale | $550,000$212/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner #10406163 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $550,000+36.1%$212/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner #10406163 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2000 | Sold | $404,000$155/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $65,939 +52.8% |
| 2023 | $8,407 +2.9% | $43,159 |
| 2022 | $8,174 -16.5% | $43,159 -17% |
| 2021 | $9,787 +0.2% | $51,999 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $9,770 +0.5% | $46,960 -9.3% |
| 2019 | $9,718 +1.7% | $51,801 |
| 2018 | $9,554 +23.7% | $51,801 +32% |
| 2017 | $7,722 +4.9% | $39,247 |
| 2016 | $7,361 +9.7% | $39,247 |
| 2015 | $6,711 -4.2% | $39,247 -2.7% |
| 2014 | $7,008 +2.2% | $40,340 |
| 2013 | $6,859 +1% | $40,340 |
| 2012 | $6,791 -4.1% | $40,340 -11.8% |
| 2011 | $7,084 -0.9% | $45,738 |
| 2010 | $7,147 +7.8% | $45,738 |
| 2009 | $6,630 +8.2% | $45,738 +2.7% |
| 2008 | $6,126 +0.8% | $44,549 |
| 2007 | $6,077 -0.9% | $44,549 |
| 2006 | $6,130 +3.3% | $44,549 +16.7% |
| 2005 | $5,937 +1.3% | $38,165 |
| 2004 | $5,859 -3% | $38,165 |
| 2003 | $6,039 -11.5% | $38,165 +0.5% |
| 2002 | $6,821 | $37,966 |
| 2001 | -- | $37,966 |
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Neighborhood: Uptown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mccutcheon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Senn High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mccutcheon Elementary School
- Middle: Mccutcheon Elementary School
- High: Senn 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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