Enjoy unobstructed city skyline views from the private balcony of this 1 bed, 1 bath loft in a stunning Art Deco building with modern charm! Located at the intersection of Pilsen, University Village, and Little Italy (and less than 10mins to the Medical District) this home features 10 ft ceilings, oversized windows, and an open-concept kitchen with granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and ample cabinet storage. Large living room with space for a sectional couch and a work from home setup. Spacious bedroom with plenty of room for a dresser, night stands and generous closet space. In-unit laundry and additional storage cage for your convenience. This investor friendly elevator building is pet-friendly, offering amenities such as a fitness center, 2 dog runs, bike room, party room, secured mail/package rooms, on-site management, and evening/weekend door staff. Historic landmark status keeps property taxes low! (no homeowner exemption currently applied) HOA includes heat, gas, water, and internet. Parking available for rent. $5,000 credit offered by sellers for flooring updates! Walk to Pilsen's vibrant 18th Street dining scene, including Thalia Hall and Honky Tonk BBQ, and minutes from the Loop, Columbia College, DePaul, UIC, Rush, Stroger Hospital, and major expressways (I-290/I-90/94). Convenient CTA access (#60 bus to the Loop). Don't miss this opportunity to own a unique loft in a character-rich building with unbeatable access to the best of city living. Click on the 3D Tour to take a "look" around.
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$215,000
1550 S Blue Island Ave Unit 813, Chicago, IL 60608
1beds
750sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
-- sqft lot
$229,500 Zestimate®
$287/sqft
$1,992 Estimated rent
Home value
$229,500
$204,000 - $257,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cory Tanzer 312-500-5808,
Option Premier LLC,
Serena Phillips 312-468-0328,
Option Premier LLC
Bought with:
Jordyn Schiffman
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12345401
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X8
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Parking Lot, On Site, Leased
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 17201280281131
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1931
- Major remodel year: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Commissary, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Security Door Lock(s)
- Services included: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Parking, Doorman, Cable TV, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Scavenger, Internet
- HOA fee: $467 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $287/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $173,850
- Annual tax amount: $3,172
- Date on market: 4/24/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $215,000-2.2%$287/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12345401 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Contingent | $219,900$293/sqft |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $219,900+15.7%$293/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12345401 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2021 | Sold | $190,000+171.4%$253/sqft |
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| 6/10/2016 | Listing removed | $1,540+4.1%$2/sqft |
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| 5/15/2015 | Listing removed | $1,479$2/sqft |
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| 5/8/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,479+9.6%$2/sqft |
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| 10/29/2013 | Listing removed | $1,350$2/sqft |
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| 10/7/2013 | Price change | $1,350-3.6%$2/sqft |
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| 9/25/2013 | Listed for rent | $1,400+40%$2/sqft |
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| 10/29/2012 | Sold | $70,000$93/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07833926 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2011 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
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| 12/3/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,000$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,506 +10.5% | $17,385 +16% |
| 2023 | $3,173 +2.6% | $14,987 |
| 2022 | $3,093 +2.3% | $14,987 |
| 2021 | $3,024 +10% | $14,987 +21.9% |
| 2020 | $2,749 -0.8% | $12,297 -10.5% |
| 2019 | $2,770 +1.7% | $13,743 |
| 2018 | $2,723 +154.1% | $13,743 +177% |
| 2017 | $1,072 -7.3% | $4,961 -14.1% |
| 2016 | $1,156 +9.3% | $5,773 |
| 2015 | $1,058 -13.3% | $5,773 -12.3% |
| 2014 | $1,221 -7.6% | $6,580 -9.4% |
| 2013 | $1,321 +1.4% | $7,263 |
| 2012 | $1,303 -63.6% | $7,263 -67.1% |
| 2011 | $3,576 -0.4% | $22,070 |
| 2010 | $3,591 +4.4% | $22,070 |
| 2009 | $3,441 +2328.2% | $22,070 +2133.8% |
| 2008 | $142 | $988 |
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Neighborhood: University Village - Little Italy
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Smyth J Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Wells Community Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 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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