Exceptional opportunity to own a sophisticated residence that lives like a single-family home while offering the rare advantage of substantial income potential. Located on a well-appointed lot with an expansive, landscaped backyard and a 2-car garage, 828 S Bell Ave seamlessly blends timeless design, modern luxury, and smart investment value. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with curated finishes throughout. A stunning primary suite serves as a true retreat, highlighted by a newly renovated spa-caliber ensuite bath completed in 2025 that exudes luxury and refinement. Thoughtfully updated interiors include newly refinished and stained oak flooring, fresh paint throughout the entire home (2025), designer Phillip Jeffries wallpaper, a striking new chandelier, and a reimagined fireplace completed in 2025. The chef's kitchen, completely renovated, is anchored by exquisite Marfa custom cabinetry and showcases quartz countertops with full-height quartz backsplash, premium Bosch appliances, double ovens, warming drawer, drawer microwave, beverage refrigerator, and exceptional custom functionality designed for both entertaining and everyday living. The adjacent powder room was also renovated in 2022. The lower-level walkout is a legally zoned 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment complete with in-unit laundry and currently tenant occupied, offering a rare opportunity for added flexibility while preserving privacy for the main home. Outside, the professionally landscaped backyard offers an exceptional extension of the home with ample space for entertaining, dining, and outdoor enjoyment, a true urban oasis. Additional improvements and features include Pella windows throughout, all appliances updated in 2022, washer replaced in 2025, dryer in 2022, and dual HVAC systems with separate AC units for the main home and lower-level apartment, both professionally serviced twice annually. This is a truly unique offering combining luxury living, thoughtful upgrades, and long-term investment strength in one remarkable home.
Contingent
$1,050,000
828 S Bell Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
5beds
2,930sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
2,500 Square Feet Lot
$1,042,300 Zestimate®
$358/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Reimagined fireplaceCurated finishes throughoutStunning primary suiteStriking new chandelierDouble ovensIn-unit laundryWell-appointed lot
- 42 days |
- 181 |
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Listed by:
Jeremy Bentivegna 312-622-5583,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12660209
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X18
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X22
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X21
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X21
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
Features
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,930 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 2,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 X 100
Details
- Parcel number: 17183160890000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Brick/Stone Msn Pred
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $358/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $770,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,863
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,042,300
$990,000 - $1.09M
$2,828/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Contingent | $1,050,000$358/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12660209 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+122.5%$358/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12660209 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2010 | Sold | $472,000+70.1%$161/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07536660 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2010 | Sold | $277,500-49.5%$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2003 | Sold | $549,000+56.6%$187/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/1997 | Sold | $350,500$120/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $77,000 +10% |
| 2023 | $14,118 +2.7% | $70,000 |
| 2022 | $13,741 +2.2% | $70,000 |
| 2021 | $13,451 +5.3% | $70,000 +16.2% |
| 2020 | $12,775 -1.4% | $60,260 -11% |
| 2019 | $12,958 +1.7% | $67,708 |
| 2018 | $12,737 +10.1% | $67,708 +18.9% |
| 2017 | $11,570 +6.1% | $56,939 |
| 2016 | $10,904 +9.6% | $56,939 |
| 2015 | $9,953 +13.1% | $56,939 +13.9% |
| 2014 | $8,798 +2.1% | $49,985 |
| 2013 | $8,613 +1.1% | $49,985 |
| 2012 | $8,522 -18.6% | $49,985 -25% |
| 2011 | $10,473 +4.1% | $66,650 |
| 2010 | $10,057 +6.2% | $66,650 |
| 2009 | $9,468 -1.9% | $66,650 -0.9% |
| 2008 | $9,649 +1% | $67,262 |
| 2007 | $9,553 -1.1% | $67,262 |
| 2006 | $9,656 +40.7% | $67,262 +60.1% |
| 2005 | $6,863 +1% | $42,002 |
| 2004 | $6,794 +2.2% | $42,002 |
| 2003 | $6,646 +6.2% | $42,002 +14.6% |
| 2002 | $6,260 +4.4% | $36,664 |
| 2001 | $5,998 -4.2% | $36,664 |
| 2000 | $6,261 -0.5% | $36,664 +6% |
| 1999 | $6,290 | $34,589 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Illinois Medical District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Irving Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- NAManley Career Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
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