5429 Drexel is a handsome, Victorian 4 bedroom, 2 bath SFH located the heart of Hyde Park. It is a classic Chicago Greystone with beautiful original architectural features including oak trim, pocket doors, built-ins, and excellent plaster moldings throughout. The spacious primary bedroom has west facing bay windows, a comfortable seating area and one of two decorative fireplaces. The sunny roof deck (20'x20') above the 2-car garage is private and quiet. The large walk-out basement has the potential to be incorporated into the home or developed into a separate living space with its own front entrance. Great location, a short walk to The University of Chicago and the U of C hospital complex, just steps from Bessie Coleman Park and close to all the amenities that Hyde Park has to offer. Being sold "As Is".
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$650,000
5429 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
4beds
2,675sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
2,376 Square Feet Lot
$687,900 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$3,744 Estimated rent
Home value
$687,900
$619,000 - $770,000
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Decorative fireplacesLarge walk-out basementSunny roof deckSpacious primary bedroomBay windowsPlaster moldingsOak trim
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Jane Wenger 773-255-5959,
Wenger Properties
Bought with:
Dawn McKenna
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12303717
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 338 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X13
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,675 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 2,376 sqft
- Dimensions: 22X108
Details
- Parcel number: 20113200100000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Greystone
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2025 | Sold | $650,000-7.1%$243/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12303717 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Contingent | $700,000$262/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12303717 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $700,000+6.9%$262/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12303717 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2008 | Sold | $655,000+53%$245/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2007 | Sold | $428,000+19.9%$160/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06363515 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2002 | Sold | $357,000+58.7%$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2000 | Sold | $225,000$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $56,000 +24.4% |
| 2023 | $9,529 +2.9% | $45,000 |
| 2022 | $9,256 +2.3% | $45,000 |
| 2021 | $9,049 -7.2% | $45,000 +2.8% |
| 2020 | $9,755 -0.2% | $43,789 -10% |
| 2019 | $9,775 +1.7% | $48,655 |
| 2018 | $9,611 -1.8% | $48,655 +7% |
| 2017 | $9,788 +7.5% | $45,470 |
| 2016 | $9,107 +9.3% | $45,470 |
| 2015 | $8,332 +18.8% | $45,470 +20.3% |
| 2014 | $7,015 +2% | $37,809 |
| 2013 | $6,876 +1.4% | $37,809 |
| 2012 | $6,785 -7.6% | $37,809 -16.6% |
| 2011 | $7,346 -0.4% | $45,330 |
| 2010 | $7,376 +4.4% | $45,330 |
| 2009 | $7,069 -1.3% | $45,330 -9.2% |
| 2008 | $7,163 +1% | $49,932 |
| 2007 | $7,092 -1.1% | $49,932 |
| 2006 | $7,168 +32.6% | $49,932 +51% |
| 2005 | $5,405 +1% | $33,076 |
| 2004 | $5,350 +2.2% | $33,076 |
| 2003 | $5,234 +34.8% | $33,076 +53.1% |
| 2002 | $3,882 +14.5% | $21,609 |
| 2001 | $3,392 +5.7% | $21,609 |
| 2000 | $3,210 | $21,609 +15.5% |
| 1999 | $3,210 | $18,707 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Kozminski Elementary Community AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Kenwood Academy High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.8 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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Estimated market value
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60615
- Hyde Park
- 5429 S Drexel Ave
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