Timeless and turnkey with an incredible outdoor footprint that includes a pool, 545 W. Dickens Ave. is a 5-6 bed/5.5 bath, 6,400-square-foot single-family home located in Chicago's coveted Lincoln School District. Situated on a charming residential stretch of Dickens, this 1880s home's facade has 50-ft-wide frontage that has been expertly maintained to preserve its original character, including turn-of-the-century front doors and updated ironwork. Inside, the entire home was stripped back to the brick to create a one-of-a-kind, custom dwelling for elevated entertaining and modern living. The living spaces are impressively open-concept for the provenance of the home. The entryway opens onto a main level that's designed for entertaining, including a natural light-filled living room with large plank white oak hardwood floors, a distinctive fireplace, and custom, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, a large formal dining area with meticulous millwork details and a built-in wet bar and dumbwaiter direct to kitchen, and a polished family room that invites gatherings. (This level also features an ensuite guest bedroom as well as a stylish craft/mud room with custom cabinetry) The second level boasts a large sitting room with a second fireplace that connects to a great room and a designer kitchen (Also easily utilized as a large formal dining area). The great room features a breakfast dining space and a den with a movie screen that drops down from the ceiling, while the light and bright chef's kitchen stuns with custom Arclinea cabinetry, marble countertops, a large island with seating for five, and professional-grade appliances. Both the great room and the kitchen link to a 45' x 28' back deck - more than 1,200 square feet of private outdoor space! - with defined dining and lounging spaces, a pergola, and a pool with a retractable cover and endless swim resistance feature. The top floor presents four total bedrooms (one with yet another gorgeous, wood-burning fireplace), including a large primary bedroom with a custom walk-through closet and a spa-like ensuite bath with a dual vanity, a soaking tub, and a glass-encased shower. But there's more... This spectacular home also comes complete with a basement level that boasts a wine cellar, surplus storage areas, multi-purpose recreation/craft area and a fully equipped home gym with attached bath (could be used as additional bedroom space). Additional callout details include designer draperies and custom shades, designer light fixtures, three total fireplaces, and an attached two-car garage. Walking distance to Oz Park, Lincoln Park proper, the Nature Boardwalk and Lincoln Park Zoo, and the beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan, 545 W. Dickens Ave. is a design-forward home with first-class amenities and proximity to the very best of Chicago.
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$2,960,000
545 W Dickens Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
5beds
6,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1886
2,400 Square Feet Lot
$3,060,800 Zestimate®
$463/sqft
$7,971 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,060,800
$2.75M - $3.40M
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Wood-burning fireplaceDistinctive fireplaceCustom floor-to-ceiling bookshelvesCustom arclinea cabinetryPrivate outdoor spaceDesigner kitchenProfessional-grade appliances
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Timothy Salm (312)929-1564,
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Bought with:
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Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12375805
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Third
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X18
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X8
Breakfast room
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Deck
- Level: Second
- Area: 1260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45X28
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X22
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 448 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X32
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X19
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X14
Sitting room
- Level: Second
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 1260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45X28
Walk in closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 6,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 2,400 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X48
Details
- Additional parcels included: 14331290840000
- Parcel number: 14331290820000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1886
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $2,960,000-8.9%$463/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12375805 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2025 | Pending sale | $3,250,000$508/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12375805 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2025 | Contingent | $3,250,000$508/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12375805 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000-7.1%$508/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12375805 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Listing removed | $3,500,000$547/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12294831 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Price change | $3,500,000-4.1%$547/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12294831 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,650,000-3.8%$570/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12200853 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2024 | Listing removed | $3,795,000$593/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12150098 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,795,000$593/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12150098 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11875218 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2023 | Contingent | $3,795,000$593/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11875218 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,795,000+63.8%$593/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11875218 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2018 | Sold | $2,317,500-7.1%$362/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09895956 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2018 | Pending sale | $2,495,000$390/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty #09895956 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2018 | Price change | $2,495,000-9.3%$390/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty #09895956 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000-8%$430/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty #09895956 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2017 | Listing removed | $2,990,000$467/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty #09753660 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2017 | Price change | $2,990,000-6.6%$467/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty #09753660 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2017 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000$500/sqft |
Source: Jameson Sotheby's International Realty #09636124 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $325,001 -5.5% |
| 2023 | $72,591 +2.6% | $344,049 |
| 2022 | $70,765 +2.3% | $344,049 |
| 2021 | $69,185 +38.8% | $344,049 +53.8% |
| 2020 | $49,833 +2% | $223,696 -8% |
| 2019 | $48,851 +1.7% | $243,148 |
| 2018 | $48,030 +49.3% | $243,148 +56.4% |
| 2017 | $32,162 +0% | $155,477 -5.7% |
| 2016 | $32,153 +0.9% | $164,814 -5.2% |
| 2015 | $31,860 +10.4% | $173,862 +8.7% |
| 2014 | $28,869 +0.9% | $160,000 |
| 2013 | $28,622 +1.3% | $160,000 |
| 2012 | $28,264 -9.1% | $160,000 -17.5% |
| 2011 | $31,109 +1.1% | $193,994 |
| 2010 | $30,778 +2.7% | $193,994 -2.1% |
| 2009 | $29,976 -8.8% | $198,171 -16% |
| 2008 | $32,877 +2.1% | $235,901 |
| 2007 | $32,205 +0.6% | $235,901 |
| 2006 | $32,010 +57.9% | $235,901 +87.4% |
| 2005 | $20,272 +1.1% | $125,894 |
| 2004 | $20,050 +2.1% | $125,894 |
| 2003 | $19,632 | $125,894 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Lincoln Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lincoln Elementary School
- High: Lincoln Park High 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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