**FABULOUS HYDE PARK LOCATION - ESTATE SALE!** Amazing location, just 3 blocks from the University of Chicago**, an ideal option for university staff, faculty, parents of students looking for a great alternative to student housing with an investment opportunity after 2 years! This spacious vintage condo is approximately 900 sq. ft. and features generously sized rooms, hardwood floors throughout, and three large closets. The living room could easily be converted into a second bedroom if desired. Both the living room and bedroom have wide, tall windows overlooking the courtyard, providing wonderful natural light and a fantastic cross-breeze. The separate dining room has a beautiful vintage pantry with glass doors. Kitchen has a very functional layout with a corner sink, wood cabinetry, eating nook and ample counter space, plus access to a back porch. Additional features include extra-large basement storage, basement laundry, a secure building and professional management. Outstanding Hyde Park location near Obama library, Griffin Museum, Ray School, Restaurants, Trader Joe's, Medici, Seoul Taco, parks, public transportation and all that the neighborhood has to offer!! This is an **estate sale and is being sold AS-IS**. The unit needs updating(paint and floors sanded) but is very livable as it stands and offers an excellent opportunity to improve over time and be a great investment. **This building allows Rentals BUT only After two years of ownership/famiial living, the unit may be rented**, offering additional future flexibility. Floorplan in pictures.
Contingent
$149,000
5551 S Kimbark Ave APT 8, Chicago, IL 60637
1beds
900sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
-- sqft lot
$148,900 Zestimate®
$166/sqft
$460/mo HOA
What's special
Corner sinkWonderful natural lightGenerously sized roomsFantastic cross-breezeEating nookSpacious vintage condoSeparate dining room
- 8 days
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nikki Dumas-Acerra 773-592-3015,
Dumas & Associates, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12748748
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Storage, Walk In Closet, Other Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X10
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X4
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Storage
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 20142010791020
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Coin Laundry, Storage
- Services included: Heat, Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $460 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $186,050
- Annual tax amount: $3,862
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Ownership: Condo
Estimated market value
$148,900
$141,000 - $156,000
$2,036/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Contingent | $149,000$166/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,000$166/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Listing removed | $149,000$166/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12745963 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,000+132.8%$166/sqft |
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| 9/15/1998 | Sold | $64,000$71/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,749 +26.5% | $18,605 +32.9% |
| 2023 | $2,964 +2.9% | $13,999 |
| 2022 | $2,879 +2.3% | $13,999 |
| 2021 | $2,815 +28.2% | $13,999 +42% |
| 2020 | $2,197 +1.8% | $9,860 -8.2% |
| 2019 | $2,157 +1.7% | $10,738 |
| 2018 | $2,121 -9.2% | $10,738 -1% |
| 2017 | $2,335 +7.5% | $10,848 |
| 2016 | $2,173 +9.3% | $10,848 |
| 2015 | $1,988 -3.7% | $10,848 -2.5% |
| 2014 | $2,064 +2% | $11,123 |
| 2013 | $2,023 +1.4% | $11,123 |
| 2012 | $1,996 +2.4% | $11,123 -7.5% |
| 2011 | $1,948 -0.4% | $12,024 |
| 2010 | $1,957 -5% | $12,024 -9% |
| 2009 | $2,060 +3.1% | $13,213 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $1,999 +1% | $13,933 |
| 2007 | $1,979 -1.1% | $13,933 |
| 2006 | $2,000 +29.9% | $13,933 +47.8% |
| 2005 | $1,540 +1% | $9,425 |
| 2004 | $1,525 +2.2% | $9,425 |
| 2003 | $1,491 +4.9% | $9,425 +19.1% |
| 2002 | $1,421 +3.8% | $7,912 |
| 2001 | $1,370 -3% | $7,912 |
| 2000 | $1,413 -0.7% | $7,912 +7.6% |
| 1999 | $1,422 | $7,353 |
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