Coming soon from Environs on a jumbo extra-wide 5,050 SF lot equivalent to more than 1.5 standard lots. Boasting 29 feet of street exposure and 61 feet of alley frontage, this home will feature a massive 40 'x 33' rear yard and a coveted Breezeway attachment to a heated Garage accommodating 3-6 cars. This unique offering presents the chance to build a custom home ranging from 6,500-9,000 sq. ft., with complete customization options for the exterior, floorplan and finishes. The quoted price includes 6,500+ sq. ft. on three floors with an optional penthouse level adding an additional 1,200 sq. ft. The substantial Living/Dining Room leads to a large Kitchen with a big walk-in Pantry. An extra wide and massive Great Room, measuring 540 sq. ft., features a wall of windows overlooking the Rear Deck and the vast Yard beyond. The Second Level offers 4 Bedrooms, including an expansive Primary Suite. The Lower Level features a gigantic Recreation Room, two additional Bedrooms and a spacious Storage Room. Options include; Third Floor that adds 2 more Bedrooms and a Lounge area leading to a enormous Roof Deck; Fourth Floor Skydeck Level with Wet Bar and another huge Roof Deck; Wine cellar; Sport Court; 6 car garage, and more. This is a unique chance to collaborate with the in-house design team at Chicago's premier Design/Build firm to create your dream home on this jumbo site!
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$4,480,000
1240 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657
6beds
6,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2024
-- sqft lot
$2,850,800 Zestimate®
$689/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$2,850,800
$2.42M - $3.36M
Not available
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Kevin Wood 312-925-0200,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Daniel Close
Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12024827
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 598 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X23
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Second
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X4
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X20
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Multiple Locations, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 6,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Deck
- Exterior features: Breezeway
Lot
- Dimensions: 29X127X61
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 14203270170000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Limestone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- New Construction
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2025 | Sold | $4,480,000+12.1%$689/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12024827 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2024 | Pending sale | $3,995,000$615/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12024827 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2024 | Contingent | $3,995,000$615/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12024827 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000+343.9%$615/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12024827 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2024 | Sold | $900,000-5.3%$138/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11956085 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2024 | Pending sale | $950,000$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11956085 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2024 | Contingent | $950,000$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11956085 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $950,000$146/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11956085 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $121,738 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lake View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Burley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Lake View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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Estimated market value
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60657
- Lake View
- 1240 W Melrose St
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