Welcome to 421 W Melrose, Unit 6C, ideally located in the iconic Eddystone near highly regarded "The Nettelhorst School." This expansive vintage home offers oversized rooms, beautiful hardwood floors, classic architectural details, abundant natural light, and high ceilings featuring beautiful crown molding. The gracious layout includes a grand formal living room, a massive separate dining room perfect for entertaining, an eat-in kitchen with excellent cabinet space, two spacious bedrooms, two updated bathrooms, and in-unit laundry. Large windows fill the home with wonderful light, and select rooms enjoy views of Lake Michigan. Rich in character with arched openings, elegant millwork, and a flexible floor plan, this home offers the perfect blend of vintage charm and everyday functionality. The Eddystone features an expansive roof deck with lake views, an exercise facility, additional storage, and a pet-friendly environment, all just steps from the lakefront, dining, shopping, nightlife, and everything Lakeview has to offer. Great public transportation options include the Belmont and Lake Shore Drive Express buses.
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$462,500
421 W Melrose St APT 6C, Chicago, IL 60657
2beds
1,600sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
-- sqft lot
$494,000 Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$3,985 Estimated rent
Home value
$494,000
$469,000 - $519,000
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Oversized roomsTwo spacious bedroomsTwo updated bathroomsClassic architectural detailsAbundant natural lightIn-unit laundryFlexible floor plan
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Listed by:
Mark Zipperer (773)612-6628,
RE/MAX Premier
Bought with:
Stephanie Malmquist
Cross Street Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12626213
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X09
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X14
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator, Storage, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Site, Leased, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits, Main Level Entry, No Interior Steps, Wheelchair Accessible, Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Side(s) of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Side(s) of Property
Lot
- Features: Common Grounds, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 14213140631046
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: The Eddystone
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator in Residence, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Sundeck, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s), Elevator(s)
- Services included: Heat, Water, Gas, Insurance, Security, Doorman, Cable TV, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
- HOA fee: $2,016 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $289/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $444,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,107
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Sold | $462,500-2.6%$289/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12626213 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $475,000$297/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12626213 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2026 | Contingent | $475,000$297/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12626213 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $475,000+31.9%$297/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12626213 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2004 | Sold | $360,000+4.3%$225/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2002 | Sold | $345,000+6.2%$216/sqft |
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| 8/28/2001 | Sold | $325,000$203/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $44,470 +11.2% |
| 2023 | $7,180 +3.2% | $39,999 |
| 2022 | $6,961 +1.8% | $39,999 |
| 2021 | $6,838 +32.2% | $39,999 +38.9% |
| 2020 | $5,171 +1.5% | $28,797 -8.7% |
| 2019 | $5,097 +1.8% | $31,540 |
| 2018 | $5,009 +17.7% | $31,540 +22.1% |
| 2017 | $4,254 -1.5% | $25,836 |
| 2016 | $4,317 +10.4% | $25,836 |
| 2015 | $3,910 -1.7% | $25,836 0% |
| 2014 | $3,977 | $25,837 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lake View
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Nettelhorst Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Lake View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Nettelhorst Elementary School
- Middle: Nettelhorst Elementary 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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