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    812 S Bell Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

    5beds
    2,494sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1895
    3,049 Square Feet Lot
    $737,900 Zestimate®
    $291/sqft
    $3,406 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $737,900

    $671,000 - $812,000

    $3,406/mo

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    What's special

    Added fireplacePrivate dead-end streetProfessional landscapingTall ceilingsStone flower bedsIncredible outdoor living spaceFront porch
    This one is truly special! One of a kind 5 bedroom home tucked away on a private dead-end street, full of character, charm, and history dating back to 1895. From the movie worthy staircase and tall ceilings to the warm, timeless details throughout, this home has the "wow factor". The library has beautiful floor to ceiling wood built in shelving and a ladder to reach the highest/farthest shelves easily. All 5 bedrooms are on the second level. Huge primary suite with additional sitting room attached. Enjoy views of the Willis Tower (Sears Tower) right outside your bedroom window. Incredible outdoor living space with a front porch, back deck, huge deck above the two-car garage, stone flower beds, and grassy yard space in the front and back fully fenced. Full unfinished walked out basement great for storage. Ideal location-a block to Taylor St., close to downtown, restaurants, shops, parks, the Medical District, Fulton Market and exciting new approved projects, including 1901. Well loved by every owner, with SO many updates throughout. Newer: siding, added dual zoned AC, added fireplace, all new/newer stainless steel kitchen appliances, newer dual zoned furnaces, hot water heater, some windows, professional landscaping--the list goes on, see dropdown for the full list.

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    Listed by:

    Bridget Duniec 630-631-6962,

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Sandra Wright

    ELLSBURY GROUP LLC

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12656753MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Office, Bedroom 5
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 336 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 21X16
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 112 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8X14
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 112 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X8
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 81 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9X9
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 88 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8X11
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 252 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X18
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X9
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Closet, Breakfast Room), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 176 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X11
    Laundry
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 100 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X10
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 266 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X19
    Office
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 98 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7X14
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop
    • Laundry: In Unit, Sink
    Features
    • Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Separate Dining Room, Workshop
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished,Full
    • Attic: Pull Down Stair
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Ventless, Other
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 2,494 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Deck
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 3,049 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 126x25
    • Features: Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 17183160390000
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Queen Anne,Victorian
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1895

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Subdivision: Tri-Taylor
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Chicago

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $291/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $530,000
    • Annual tax amount: $8,190
    • Date on market: 5/23/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/1/2026Sold$725,000$291/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12656753 Report a problem
    5/27/2026Contingent$725,000$291/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12656753 Report a problem
    5/23/2026Listed for sale$725,000-3.3%$291/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12656753 Report a problem
    5/20/2026Listing removed$750,000$301/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12631600 Report a problem
    5/18/2026Contingent$750,000$301/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12631600 Report a problem
    4/30/2026Listed for sale$750,000+65.6%$301/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12631600 Report a problem
    12/11/2020Sold$453,000+5.4%$182/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10901718 Report a problem
    10/13/2020Pending sale$429,900$172/sqft
    Source: Jins Group Corporation LTD #10901718 Report a problem
    10/10/2020Listed for sale$429,900$172/sqft
    Source: Jins Group Corporation LTD #10901718 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$10,023 +22.4%$53,000 +26.2%
    2023$8,190 +2.9%$42,000
    2022$7,962 +2.1%$42,000
    2021$7,802 -27%$42,000 -12.1%
    2020$10,686 +360.8%$47,808 -9%
    2019$2,319 +1.5%$52,537
    2018$2,284 -6.6%$52,537 +28.5%
    2017$2,446 -13.4%$40,871
    2016$2,825 +4%$40,871
    2015$2,715 +0.9%$40,871 +4.5%
    2014$2,692 -0.4%$39,093
    2013$2,702 +6.8%$39,093
    2012$2,529 +11.6%$39,093 -14.7%
    2011$2,266 +10.6%$45,825
    2010$2,048 +6.6%$45,825
    2009$1,922 -46.9%$45,825 -15.3%
    2008$3,619 +2.8%$54,115
    2007$3,519 -35.6%$54,115
    2006$5,462 +25.7%$54,115 +54.5%
    2005$4,347 -1.4%$35,023
    2004$4,409 +3.6%$35,023
    2003$4,255 +16.4%$35,023 +51.1%
    2002$3,655 -0.2%$23,181
    2001$3,664 +34.1%$23,181
    2000$2,732 $23,181 +42.9%
    1999-- $16,219
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    Neighborhood: Illinois Medical District

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    • 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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