Welcome to this warm and spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in the heart of Andersonville, offered for the first time in four decades. From the moment you step inside, soaring high ceilings and a gracious living room/dining room combo set the tone for comfortable everyday living. The eat-in kitchen features Stainless Steel Appliances NEW in 2020, oversized windows that bathe the space in natural light while framing views of the manicured backyard. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath, while upstairs you'll find two additional generously sized bedrooms, another full bath, and attic access. Thoughtfully maintained over the years with Electric updated in 2016, a tear-off roof in 2022, Washer and Dryer New in 2020. HVAC motor replaced in 2025. The basement adds incredible versatility with an "in-law" apartment - complete with a kitchenette, full bathroom, and a nicely sized bedroom bringing the total to 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. (Legal status of the basement apartment cannot be verified.) This property has never had water intrusion in the basement. Detached 2 Car garage off alley. Prime Andersonville Location, The Waldorf School - just a block away. Chappell Elementary and Award-winning Amundsen High School - nearby. Andersonville's renowned shopping and dining district - moments from your door The Wednesday Farmer's Market and countless beloved local businesses and eateries. A truly special home in one of Chicago's most vibrant communities. Being sold AS IS.
Active
$750,000
1721 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
5beds
2,351sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
3,250 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$319/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Soaring high ceilingsEat-in kitchen
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- 2,306
- views |
- 155
- saves |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Maria Fernandez, ABR 773-331-2310,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12722256
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Bedroom 5, Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X17
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,536
- Total interior livable area: 2,351 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 559
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x130
- Features: Common Grounds
Details
- Parcel number: 14074030080000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $319/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $520,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,497
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,099 -40.2% | $52,000 -5.5% |
| 2023 | $10,206 +57.4% | $55,000 |
| 2022 | $6,483 +5% | $55,000 |
| 2021 | $6,171 -3.1% | $55,000 -4% |
| 2020 | $6,368 +0.3% | $57,320 -9% |
| 2019 | $6,349 +1.5% | $62,989 |
| 2018 | $6,253 -6.6% | $62,989 +15.9% |
| 2017 | $6,696 -4.5% | $54,354 |
| 2016 | $7,013 +7.1% | $54,354 |
| 2015 | $6,546 +8.5% | $54,354 +29% |
| 2014 | $6,034 -1.2% | $42,128 |
| 2013 | $6,106 +14.3% | $42,128 -4.7% |
| 2012 | $5,342 +25.5% | $44,192 +14.7% |
| 2011 | $4,258 +18.4% | $38,518 |
| 2010 | $3,597 +14% | $38,518 |
| 2009 | $3,155 +2.8% | $38,518 +1.8% |
| 2008 | $3,069 +3.2% | $37,827 |
| 2007 | $2,974 -10.1% | $37,827 |
| 2006 | $3,310 +6.4% | $37,827 +61.8% |
| 2005 | $3,111 +1.9% | $23,384 |
| 2004 | $3,053 +4.5% | $23,384 |
| 2003 | $2,923 -5.4% | $23,384 +22.9% |
| 2002 | $3,090 +13.8% | $19,021 |
| 2001 | $2,716 +25.8% | $19,021 |
| 2000 | $2,159 -0.1% | $19,021 +43.7% |
| 1999 | $2,161 | $13,238 |
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Neighborhood: Ravenswood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10McPherson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Amundsen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chappell Elementary School
- Middle: Chappell Elementary School
- High: Amundsen 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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