Welcome to 5626 South Woodlawn Avenue - a gracious and architecturally significant residence nested within the University of Chicago campus in Hyde Park, one of Chicago's most historic and vibrant communities. One of two houses designed in 1911 by the esteemed firm of Riddle & Riddle - this was personal home of architect Herbert Riddle. Crafted with a distinctly French elegance, the remarkable entrance canopy evokes Hector Guimard's iconic Paris Metro stations. Gracefully arched windows and Art Nouveau railings further enrich the home's refined facade. Offering over 6,000 square feet of living space, the layout reflects the influence of European sensibilities on Riddle's work. The Living Room overlooks the garden and provides a tranquil retreat in the French tradition, while the formal Dining Room is positioned at the front of the home in the practice of 18th-century English custom. Now thoroughly renovated, the home seamlessly blends its architectural heritage with modern sophistication. In 2019 the current owners undertook a project that was comprehensive: it included a structural renovation for a new kitchen, new spa-inspired baths, updated lighting, new and refinished hardwood floors, and modern essentials like updated electrical, waterproofed basement, a new boiler, and water filtration system. At the heart of the floor plan, the dramatic, high-end kitchen anchors the home and features top-of-the-line appliances and sophisticated finishes, offering both style and functionality. The kitchen connects seamlessly to the adjacent bar, dining, and entertaining areas - complemented by a gallery, den, and private office. On the upper levels are a lavish Primary Suite that spans the width of the house, four additional bedrooms, a stunning two-story sitting room and a spacious Great Room designed with flexible options for living, working, or recreation. The partially finished lower level allows ample space for a gym, game room, laundry, mechanicals and storage. Set on an oversized lot, 5626 South Woodlawn is a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home that unites historic charm with modern sophistication - in the heart of one of Chicago's most beloved neighborhoods.
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$3,850,000
5626 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
5beds
6,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
9,570 Square Feet Lot
$3,997,700 Zestimate®
$611/sqft
$6,208 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,997,700
$3.60M - $4.44M
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Sophisticated finishesPartially finished lower levelWaterproofed basementStunning two-story sitting roomNew boilerRemarkable entrance canopySpacious great room
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Listed by:
Susan O'Connor 312-944-8900,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Robert Sullivan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12355933
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Den, Deck, Eating Area, Exercise Room, Gallery, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Heated Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 720 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X30
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X30
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 870 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X30
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X18
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Exercise room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X30
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 720 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X24
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters), Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X16
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 693 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X21
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Features
- Windows: Some Stained Glass
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 6,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 9,570 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 54 X 178
Details
- Parcel number: 20141120140000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Limestone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1911
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $611/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,810,000
- Annual tax amount: $25,086
- Date on market: 5/6/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | Sold | $3,850,000-6.1%$611/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12355933 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $4,100,000$651/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12355933 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Contingent | $4,100,000$651/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12355933 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,100,000+47.7%$651/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12355933 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2018 | Sold | $2,775,000-0.7%$440/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10158044 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2008 | Listing removed | $2,795,000$444/sqft |
Source: Braincannon Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2008 | Listed for sale | $2,795,000$444/sqft |
Source: Braincannon Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $31,655 +26.2% | $181,000 +48.6% |
| 2023 | $25,087 -9.6% | $121,792 -12% |
| 2022 | $27,752 +2.2% | $138,348 |
| 2021 | $27,151 +25.5% | $138,348 +38% |
| 2020 | $21,636 +2.1% | $100,227 -8% |
| 2019 | $21,199 +1.7% | $108,943 |
| 2018 | $20,841 +2.3% | $108,943 +11.2% |
| 2017 | $20,369 +6.5% | $97,998 |
| 2016 | $19,128 +0.6% | $97,998 -7.9% |
| 2015 | $19,015 +25.9% | $106,393 +26.7% |
| 2014 | $15,108 +2.1% | $83,994 |
| 2013 | $14,798 +1.2% | $83,994 |
| 2012 | $14,625 +2.6% | $83,994 -6.6% |
| 2011 | $14,249 +2.9% | $89,952 |
| 2010 | $13,848 +5.7% | $89,952 |
| 2009 | $13,101 +1% | $89,952 -7.4% |
| 2008 | $12,975 +3.8% | $97,163 |
| 2007 | $12,501 +2.5% | $97,163 |
| 2006 | $12,199 -13.7% | $97,163 +3.6% |
| 2005 | $14,129 +1.5% | $93,788 |
| 2004 | $13,915 +2.7% | $93,788 |
| 2003 | $13,554 +17.5% | $93,788 +42% |
| 2002 | $11,538 -18.8% | $66,042 |
| 2001 | $14,205 +26.8% | $66,042 -21.4% |
| 2000 | $11,201 -25.1% | $84,055 +39.4% |
| 1999 | $14,956 | $60,309 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ray Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Kenwood Academy High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.8 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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