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    4553 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60653

    7beds
    3,852sqft
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    $6,979/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1893
    3,420 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $243/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Elegant finishesTwo additional spacious bedroomsEuro-style wet roomExpansive primary suiteOriginal vintage detailsCozy sitting areaCrown molding
    36 days
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    686
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    58
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Anthony Rouches 312-375-3320,

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12707060MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 7
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Kitchen, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Den, Family Room, Foyer, Terrace
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 320 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16X20
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 165 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X11
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 330 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X22
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X14
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 108 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X12
      Bedroom 6
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 192 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X16
      Other
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X11
      Den
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 63 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X7
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 176 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X16
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 224 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X16
      Other
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 200 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X20
      Foyer
      • Features: Flooring (Marble)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 70 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7X10
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 273 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X21
      Kitchen 2nd
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 64 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8X8
      Laundry
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 90 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X10
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 220 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X22
      Other
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X12
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Oven
      • Laundry: Upper Level
      Features
      • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Steam Room, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Exterior Entry,Walk-Up Access,Full
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 3,852 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 3
      Lot
      • Size: 3,420 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 20023130260000
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Limestone
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1893
      • Major remodel year: 2000

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Lake Michigan

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Chicago

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $243/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $610,000
      • Annual tax amount: $8,888
      • Date on market: 7/16/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/16/2026Listed for sale$935,000-4.1%$243/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12707060 Report a problem
        5/19/2026Listing removed$975,000$253/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12559908 Report a problem
        3/16/2026Listed for sale$975,000$253/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12559908 Report a problem
        1/8/2026Listing removed$975,000$253/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12351897 Report a problem
        9/30/2025Listed for sale$975,000$253/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12351897 Report a problem
        8/22/2025Listing removed$975,000$253/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12351897 Report a problem
        7/1/2025Listed for sale$975,000+30%$253/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12351897 Report a problem
        11/23/2004Sold$750,000+500%$195/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/4/1999Sold$125,000-71.6%$32/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/20/1994Sold$440,000$114/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$11,630 +30.8%$61,000 +34.7%
        2023$8,888 -7.2%$45,290 -9.4%
        2022$9,581 +2.1%$50,000
        2021$9,385 +56.2%$50,000 +66.3%
        2020$6,008 +1%$30,073 -9%
        2019$5,951 -7.1%$33,048 -7.8%
        2018$6,405 +21.7%$35,860 +28.9%
        2017$5,263 -18.1%$27,823 -19.5%
        2016$6,426 +9.7%$34,583
        2015$5,857 +104.7%$34,583 +92.3%
        2014$2,861 +2.4%$17,988
        2013$2,793 +0.5%$17,988
        2012$2,780 -24.9%$17,988 -33.1%
        2011$3,703 +3.2%$26,892
        2010$3,587 +9.8%$26,892
        2009$3,268 -1.4%$26,892 -9.8%
        2008$3,314 -64.9%$29,817 -55.2%
        2007$9,446 -1.1%$66,513
        2006$9,548 +243.1%$66,513 +290.6%
        2005$2,783 +1%$17,030
        2004$2,755 +2.2%$17,030
        2003$2,695 +67.9%$17,030 +90.7%
        2002$1,605 +3.8%$8,932
        2001$1,547 +0.1%$8,932
        2000$1,546 +267.9%$8,932 +11%
        1999$420 $8,046
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: North Kenwood

        Getting around

        76 / 100
        Very Walkable
        64 / 100
        Good Transit
        79 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: 299

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