MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE MON, JUNE 23 AT 8PM CST. Gorgeous and bright 3 bedroom 2 bathroom penthouse condo with 3 outdoor spaces including a rooftop deck in an all brick building (no split faced block) on a highly desirable street in East Lakeview! This unit has a highly coveted internal staircase to a private and huge 56 x 21 roof top deck w/ panoramic views of the city plus a front and rear balcony off the main living level! Inside, the living room is anchored by a wood burning fireplace with gas starter & offers treetop views through dual sliding doors which open to a 21 ft long terrace. High-end finishes throughout include a gourmet chef's kitchen w/ Wolf, Subzero, & Bosch appliances & a professional hood venting to the exterior. The primary bedroom easily fits a king sized bed, has a walk in closet with custom built-in wood shelving and a completely rehabbed primary bathroom with a soaking tub, dual sinks and a walk in steam shower. The primary suite also boasts direct access to a 17x8 balcony, perfect for enjoying a glass of wine or a good book at night. 2 other bedrooms share a recently updated hallway bathroom. Three unobstructed exposures, 10ft ceilings & 3 1/4" wide plank Brazilian cherry floors throughout plus in-unit laundry and a basement storage space as well as one garage parking space included. Charming, beautifully landscaped block is just steps to some of the best dining & nightlife in Lakeview as well as the Lake, Park & even Wrigleyville! Close to the EL, bus stops and Lake Shore Drive make transportation a breeze from this gorgeous condo. Many updates including: All windows and glass sliding doors (2021). All bathrooms completely remodeled (2021). New water heater (2021). New dishwasher (2023). New washer-dryer (2025). Nothing to do but move right in! In the highly desirable Nettlehorst School District or British International School, German International School, Lycee Francaise are all about a 20 minute car drive away. 100% owner occupied building but rentals are allowed (just not short term Airbnb type rentals). Well maintained building with healthy reserves of over $16K. No upcoming specials. Professional snow removal included in the HOA fees.
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$925,000
639 W Briar Pl APT 4W, Chicago, IL 60657
3beds
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Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
-- sqft lot
$1,126,800 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,766 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,126,800
$969,000 - $1.32M
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Wood burning fireplaceUnobstructed exposuresCompletely rehabbed primary bathroomIn-unit laundryBasement storage spaceRooftop deckBrazilian cherry floors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shay Hata 612-819-6057,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate,
Lauren Calderone 630-805-2488,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Ian Schwartz
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12391659
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Storage, Walk In Closet, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Deck, Terrace
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Balcony porch lanai
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X8
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 952 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 56X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Fourth
- Dimensions: COMBO
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Granite Counters, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X09
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X4
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X18
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X3
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X5
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
Details
- Parcel number: 14281041261008
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Water, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $400 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $784,820
- Annual tax amount: $14,520
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2025 | Sold | $925,000+5.7% |
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| 7/27/2025 | Pending sale | $875,000 |
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| 6/24/2025 | Contingent | $875,000 |
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| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $875,000+23.7% |
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| 5/6/2019 | Sold | $707,500-2.4% |
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| 4/7/2019 | Pending sale | $725,000 |
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| 4/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $78,482 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $14,520 +2.7% | $72,134 |
| 2022 | $14,133 +2.1% | $72,134 |
| 2021 | $13,836 +2.9% | $72,134 +13.6% |
| 2020 | $13,449 +1.5% | $63,476 -8.5% |
| 2019 | $13,255 -7.9% | $69,404 -9% |
| 2018 | $14,385 +17% | $76,260 +26.1% |
| 2017 | $12,294 +5.9% | $60,483 |
| 2016 | $11,614 +9.5% | $60,483 |
| 2015 | $10,603 +16.4% | $60,483 +17.1% |
| 2014 | $9,110 +2.1% | $51,671 |
| 2013 | $8,919 +1.1% | $51,671 |
| 2012 | $8,824 -16.7% | $51,671 -23.3% |
| 2011 | $10,594 -0.7% | $67,399 |
| 2010 | $10,672 +1.5% | $67,399 |
| 2009 | $10,510 | $67,399 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lake View
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Nettelhorst Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Lake View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Nettelhorst Elementary School
- Middle: Nettelhorst Elementary School
- High: Lake View High 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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