This beautifully updated and spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath condominium offers an ideal blend of vintage charm and modern comfort. Perfectly situated just steps from the heart of the University of Chicago campus, this home occupies the entire high first floor of a classic Prairie School-influenced brick building. Enjoy abundant natural light and tranquil views from every room in this bright and airy residence. Rich with original character and freshly painted, the unit features hardwood floors throughout, a striking Roman brick fireplace, and gleaming woodwork that adds warmth and elegance. The kitchen has been enlarged and the bathrooms have been tastefully renovated. Additional conveniences include air conditioning, a large shared laundry, generous basement storage, a lush shared yard, and a dedicated one-car garage. This self-managed, well-maintained building offers a strong, stable association in a picturesque, residential neighborhood - perfect for those seeking charm, space, and a prime location in one of Chicago's most historic and picturesque neighborhoods. Welcome home!
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$680,000
5712 S Dorchester Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60637
4beds
2,000sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
-- sqft lot
$709,100 Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$3,850 Estimated rent
Home value
$709,100
$638,000 - $787,000
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Roman brick fireplaceOriginal characterBright and airy residenceTranquil viewsAbundant natural lightAir conditioningGleaming woodwork
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Listed by:
Susan O'Connor 312-944-8900,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Chuck Gullett
Best Chicago Properties, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12441359
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Heated Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Shared Driveway, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 20142160511001
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1913
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Storage, Partial Fence, Picnic Area, Private Laundry Hkup, Workshop Area
- Services included: Heat, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger
- HOA fee: $800 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $340/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $676,670
- Annual tax amount: $12,690
- Date on market: 9/5/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2025 | Sold | $680,000$340/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Pending sale | $680,000$340/sqft |
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| 9/8/2025 | Contingent | $680,000$340/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $680,000+3%$340/sqft |
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| 1/26/2021 | Sold | $660,000$330/sqft |
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| 9/9/2020 | Sold | $660,000$330/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10820928 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2020 | Pending sale | $660,000$330/sqft |
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| 8/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $660,000+1.7%$330/sqft |
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| 4/1/2020 | Sold | $649,000$325/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10628892 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2020 | Pending sale | $649,000$325/sqft |
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| 2/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $649,000+9.2%$325/sqft |
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| 5/30/2017 | Sold | $594,500-4%$297/sqft |
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| 4/21/2017 | Pending sale | $619,000$310/sqft |
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| 3/29/2017 | Listed for sale | $619,000+10%$310/sqft |
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| 10/18/2013 | Sold | $562,500$281/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,637 +1.8% | $67,667 +7% |
| 2023 | $13,393 +2.9% | $63,250 |
| 2022 | $13,009 +2.3% | $63,250 |
| 2021 | $12,719 +6.3% | $63,250 +17.8% |
| 2020 | $11,962 +1.8% | $53,696 -8.2% |
| 2019 | $11,748 +1.7% | $58,474 |
| 2018 | $11,551 +5.9% | $58,474 +15.4% |
| 2017 | $10,904 +7.5% | $50,653 |
| 2016 | $10,145 +9.3% | $50,653 |
| 2015 | $9,282 -1.2% | $50,653 +0.1% |
| 2014 | $9,393 -3% | $50,625 -4.9% |
| 2013 | $9,682 | $53,233 |
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: 0.9 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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