Only available unit in this highly-desirable Hyde Park townhouse association! Locally known as "the red-brick town houses," this architecturally significant development, designed by renowned architect Harry Weese in 1966, has an unbeatable location in easy walking distance to the University of Chicago campus, Laboratory Schools, and Ray Elementary. The thoughtful well-designed layout of this home, with oversized windows and sunny exposures, provides over 3000 square feet of classic mid-century design. The open floor plan on the entry level allows easy flexibility in layout with multiple access points to the beautiful walled private garden. The second level has 4 large bedrooms, including a primary with en suite bath. The lower level, with exterior access, provides a large recreation room, a 5th bedroom, private office, and separate laundry and storage rooms. A real asset of this special property is a dedicated one-car garage with private access through the garden. Central A/C. Stable, well-run homeowners association.
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$979,000
5521 S Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
5beds
3,000sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
1,750 Square Feet Lot
$1,177,900 Zestimate®
$326/sqft
$4,122 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,177,900
$1.02M - $1.35M
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Classic mid-century designLarge bedroomsOversized windowsOpen floor planSunny exposuresArchitecturally significant developmentBeautiful walled private garden
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Listing courtesy of:
Robert Sullivan 773-793-0458,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Shay Hata
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12309602
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 561 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X17
Office
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Lot
- Size: 1,750 sqft
- Dimensions: 25 X 70
Details
- Parcel number: 20142010730000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $2,900 annually
- Services included: Parking, Insurance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2025 | Sold | $979,000+3.1%$326/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309602 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Pending sale | $950,000$317/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309602 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2025 | Contingent | $950,000$317/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309602 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000$317/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309602 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $100,000 +38.9% |
| 2023 | $14,544 +3.1% | $72,000 |
| 2022 | $14,106 +2.1% | $72,000 |
| 2021 | $13,809 -12.1% | $72,000 -2.2% |
| 2020 | $15,713 +2.1% | $73,636 -8% |
| 2019 | $15,392 +1.7% | $80,040 |
| 2018 | $15,132 +15.5% | $80,040 +24.6% |
| 2017 | $13,107 +6% | $64,261 |
| 2016 | $12,371 +9.5% | $64,261 |
| 2015 | $11,295 +16.3% | $64,261 +15.5% |
| 2014 | $9,709 -0.4% | $55,632 -2.3% |
| 2013 | $9,745 +4.5% | $56,961 |
| 2012 | $9,326 +70.4% | $56,961 +53.3% |
| 2011 | $5,474 -1.4% | $37,147 |
| 2010 | $5,552 +4.2% | $37,147 |
| 2009 | $5,330 -14.7% | $37,147 -20.5% |
| 2008 | $6,248 +0.5% | $46,747 |
| 2007 | $6,215 +0.8% | $46,747 -14.6% |
| 2006 | $6,165 -4.5% | $54,731 +29% |
| 2005 | $6,456 +1.5% | $42,440 |
| 2004 | $6,362 +3.8% | $42,440 |
| 2003 | $6,128 -5.2% | $42,440 +9.3% |
| 2002 | $6,467 +4.7% | $38,831 |
| 2001 | $6,179 -2.3% | $38,831 |
| 2000 | $6,327 | $38,831 +7.7% |
| 1999 | $6,327 | $36,048 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ray Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Kenwood Academy High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ray 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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Estimated market value
$1,177,900
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