Distinguished by its striking crow-stepped gable, this remarkable residence stands proudly in the heart of historic Kenwood. Built in 1896 for Edith and Laurence Carton, the home was designed by noted architect William Otis, a graduate of Paris's prestigious Ecole des Beaux-Arts and a protege of William LeBaron Jenney. At the height of Chicago's fascination with revival architecture, Otis looked to the canals of Amsterdam for inspiration, creating a residence that beautifully captures the elegance and craftsmanship of 17th-century Dutch design. Commissioned for the treasurer of Swift & Company, the home remains an exceptionally preserved example of architectural artistry and enduring quality. Beyond its richly detailed brick facade lies a grand yet welcoming interior filled with natural light. Original woodwork, art glass, and decorative tile have been meticulously preserved and thoughtfully complemented by modern updates. Expansive formal living and dining rooms flow effortlessly into a warm, inviting kitchen and a sunlit family room that opens onto a spacious deck-ideal for both elegant entertaining and everyday living. Offering eight bedrooms, multiple fireplaces, and a dramatic third-floor family room with soaring 15-foot ceilings, the residence provides extraordinary scale, character, and versatility. Set on a beautifully landscaped, tree-lined lot, the property also includes a charming coach house with a two-bedroom apartment-perfect for guests, extended family, or supplemental income. Timeless, sophisticated, and well maintained, this extraordinary home offers a rare opportunity to own a treasured piece of Kenwood's architectural heritage.
Active
$2,475,000
4923 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
8beds
5,000sqft
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Get pre-qualified$17,828/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1896
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$495/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original woodworkMultiple fireplacesEight bedroomsBeautifully landscaped tree-lined lotStriking crow-stepped gableSunlit family roomWarm inviting kitchen
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Susan O'Connor 312-944-8900,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Robert Sullivan 773-793-0458,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12485443
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Library, Game Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 676 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X26
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 744 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X24
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 380 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X19
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Butler), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X22
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X3
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 567 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X27
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 50 X 298
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 20111120060000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1896
- Major remodel year: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $495/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,839,260
- Annual tax amount: $36,403
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Listing removed | $2,950,000$590/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12322003 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000+267.6%$590/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12322003 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/1994 | Sold | $802,500$161/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $36,403 +29.6% | $183,926 +35.2% |
| 2023 | $28,095 +3% | $136,000 |
| 2022 | $27,269 +2.2% | $136,000 |
| 2021 | $26,679 +9% | $136,000 +20.4% |
| 2020 | $24,472 +2.1% | $112,956 -8% |
| 2019 | $23,979 +1.7% | $122,779 |
| 2018 | $23,574 +3.7% | $122,779 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $22,735 +6.6% | $108,989 |
| 2016 | $21,329 +9.4% | $108,989 |
| 2015 | $19,491 +31.4% | $108,989 +32.1% |
| 2014 | $14,829 +2.1% | $82,491 |
| 2013 | $14,525 +1.2% | $82,491 |
| 2012 | $14,355 -1% | $82,491 -9.8% |
| 2011 | $14,496 +2.1% | $91,477 |
| 2010 | $14,194 +6.4% | $91,477 |
| 2009 | $13,339 +2.6% | $91,477 -6% |
| 2008 | $12,996 +3.8% | $97,311 |
| 2007 | $12,522 +2.5% | $97,311 |
| 2006 | $12,220 -13.2% | $97,311 +4.1% |
| 2005 | $14,085 +1.5% | $93,518 |
| 2004 | $13,871 +2.7% | $93,518 |
| 2003 | $13,512 +10.8% | $93,518 +34.2% |
| 2002 | $12,191 +4.1% | $69,680 |
| 2001 | $11,716 +1.1% | $69,680 |
| 2000 | $11,588 -0.6% | $69,680 +11.8% |
| 1999 | $11,654 | $62,322 |
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Neighborhood: Kenwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Shoesmith Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Kenwood Academy High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.5 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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