Thoughtful design, modern updates, and exceptional outdoor living define this architecturally distinctive brick home in a truly walkable Ukrainian Village/West Town setting. The residence offers three bedrooms and three full baths, including a first-floor bedroom with full bath - Ideal for guests, a home office, or multigenerational living. Outdoor spaces are a stand-out, highlighted by a spacious rear deck with pergola above the two-car garage. A custom wrought-iron fence encloses the front patio and an elevated second-floor balcony overlooks lovely tree-lined Race Avenue. The home is within walking distance to grocery stores, restaurants, shops, and public transit --combined they offer true urban convenience and excitement. The light-filled interior features a smart, functional layout designed for everyday living as well as entertaining. Many recent updates enhance comfort while preserving the home's timeless character. Notably among them are a new roof/gutters/soffits & fascia, refinished hardwood floors throughout, new lighting fixtures, some new energy efficient windows, new paint, fully encapsulated crawlspace, a new air conditioning condenser, wine cooler, and microwave oven. The design of the stunning primary bedroom is built to wow as it boasts a 16-foot cathedral ceiling. Closets galore throughout the home. A rare opportunity to enjoy character, flexibility, and exceptional outdoor space in one of Chicago's most desirable and walkable neighborhoods.
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$940,000
2044 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
3beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
2,208 Square Feet Lot
$954,900 Zestimate®
$470/sqft
$4,244 Estimated rent
Home value
$954,900
$869,000 - $1.06M
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Architecturally distinctive brick homeLight-filled interiorNew air conditioning condenserMicrowave ovenRefinished hardwood floors throughoutNew lighting fixturesNew paint
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Listed by:
David Friend 312-953-2000,
Edge Real Estate, LLC
Bought with:
Justin Greenberg
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12556083
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X25
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Deck
- Level: Second
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X20
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X21
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Dining Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
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
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 2,208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x92
Details
- Parcel number: 17071210310000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1892
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $470/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $430,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,000
- Date on market: 2/1/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2026 | Sold | $940,000-1%$470/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12556083 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2026 | Contingent | $949,900$475/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12556083 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $949,900+183.6%$475/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12556083 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2004 | Sold | $335,000+99.4%$168/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/1998 | Sold | $168,000+51.4%$84/sqft |
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| 3/24/1995 | Sold | $111,000$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $43,000 -14.3% |
| 2023 | $9,914 +3.1% | $50,163 |
| 2022 | $9,614 +2.1% | $50,163 |
| 2021 | $9,418 +20.7% | $50,163 +31.5% |
| 2020 | $7,804 -1.5% | $38,136 -11% |
| 2019 | $7,920 -4% | $42,850 -5.2% |
| 2018 | $8,249 +35.8% | $45,194 +43.1% |
| 2017 | $6,072 +4.2% | $31,583 |
| 2016 | $5,826 +9.8% | $31,583 |
| 2015 | $5,307 -2.4% | $31,583 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $5,439 +2.2% | $31,885 |
| 2013 | $5,321 +0.9% | $31,885 |
| 2012 | $5,274 -1.3% | $31,885 -8.9% |
| 2011 | $5,343 -1% | $34,994 |
| 2010 | $5,398 +7.5% | $34,994 |
| 2009 | $5,020 +10.6% | $34,994 +4.5% |
| 2008 | $4,541 +0.7% | $33,500 |
| 2007 | $4,508 -0.8% | $33,500 |
| 2006 | $4,544 -5.4% | $33,500 +7.3% |
| 2005 | $4,802 +1.4% | $31,218 |
| 2004 | $4,736 +29.6% | $31,218 |
| 2003 | $3,653 -3.9% | $31,218 +47.6% |
| 2002 | $3,801 +3.8% | $21,154 |
| 2001 | $3,663 +54% | $21,154 |
| 2000 | $2,378 -0.7% | $21,154 +70.9% |
| 1999 | $2,394 | $12,379 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Town
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Talcott Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Wells Community Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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