Welcome to 5618 S Prairie Ave, Unit 2 - a beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated residence in the heart of Chicago's historic Washington Park neighborhood. This bright and spacious unit offers a smart, functional layout with generous room sizes, high ceilings, and abundant natural light throughout. The home features a modern kitchen with ample cabinetry and counter space, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Comfortable bedrooms provide great closet storage, while the bathroom is clean and well-appointed with timeless finishes. Hardwood floors and neutral tones create a warm, move-in-ready feel. Conveniently located near parks, public transportation, the University of Chicago, and major expressways, this property offers an ideal blend of neighborhood charm and city accessibility. Whether you're an owner-occupant or investor, this is a fantastic opportunity to own in a growing, vibrant area. Schedule your private showing today.
Contingent
Price cut: $10K (5/6)
$165,000
5618 S Prairie Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60637
3beds
1,300sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
-- sqft lot
$161,900 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$400/mo HOA
What's special
High ceilingsComfortable bedroomsAbundant natural light throughoutGreat closet storageSmart functional layoutBright and spacious unitGenerous room sizes
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Listed by:
Joseluis Martinez 888-893-3537,
Epique Realty Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12640718
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room-1st Floor
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X4
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Off Alley, Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 20151100271005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $400 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $127/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $91,630
- Annual tax amount: $1,847
- Ownership: Condo
Estimated market value
$161,900
$154,000 - $170,000
$1,743/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Contingent | $165,000$127/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Price change | $165,000-5.7%$127/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,000$135/sqft |
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| 3/17/2026 | Pending sale | $175,000$135/sqft |
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| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,000+379.5%$135/sqft |
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| 2/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/28/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,425$1/sqft |
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| 10/15/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/1/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,425$1/sqft |
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| 1/31/2014 | Sold | $36,500+4.6%$28/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08495706 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2013 | Listed for sale | $34,900-81.6%$27/sqft |
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| 5/23/2008 | Listing removed | $189,500$146/sqft |
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| 5/17/2008 | Price change | $189,500-5%$146/sqft |
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| 5/11/2008 | Listed for sale | $199,500+66.9%$153/sqft |
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| 1/17/2003 | Sold | $119,500$92/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $9,163 +66.7% |
| 2023 | $1,164 +2.6% | $5,498 |
| 2022 | $1,134 +2.3% | $5,498 |
| 2021 | $1,109 -20.8% | $5,498 -12.5% |
| 2020 | $1,399 +0.5% | $6,282 -9.3% |
| 2019 | $1,392 +1.7% | $6,928 |
| 2018 | $1,369 +8% | $6,928 +17.7% |
| 2017 | $1,267 +7.5% | $5,888 |
| 2016 | $1,179 +9.3% | $5,888 |
| 2015 | $1,079 -25.2% | $5,888 -24.3% |
| 2014 | $1,442 +54.2% | $7,774 |
| 2013 | $936 -1.2% | $7,774 |
| 2012 | $947 -32.1% | $7,774 -26.8% |
| 2011 | $1,394 -2.7% | $10,625 |
| 2010 | $1,433 +3.9% | $10,625 |
| 2009 | $1,379 -4.7% | $10,625 -11% |
| 2008 | $1,448 +0.1% | $11,939 |
| 2007 | $1,446 -0.2% | $11,939 |
| 2006 | $1,449 -27.3% | $11,939 -2.1% |
| 2005 | $1,993 +1% | $12,194 |
| 2004 | $1,972 +2.2% | $12,194 |
| 2003 | $1,930 | $12,194 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Washington Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Carter Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Phillips Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 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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