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$699,000

This single-family home with preserved Chicago architectural charm in the desirable and rarely available central Hyde Park neighborhood is walking distance from the restaurants and shopping of 53rd St the University of Chicago campus, and the train station. Enter past the front porch and into the main level living space featuring good condition hardwood floors, tall vinyl windows, and a centerpiece fireplace set into built-in bookshelves. Original 10" trim and crown moulding, antique hardware. 10 ft. ceilings throughout the main level. Climb the staircase with beautiful wood banister to the second floor bedrooms with 9 ft. ceilings. Primary bedroom offers decorative fire place and tall windows. Climb a fixed staircase to the finished, heated third-floor attic. The walkout basement with two access points from the front and back features a finished family room with fireplace, full bathroom, and laundry room. Additional landscaping storage enclosure. 1.5 car detached garage on-site. Fenced yard. Opportunity to upgrade and customize a unique Hyde Park neighborhood home with Chicago architectural charm. Selling AS IS.

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12712357 MLS

This single-family home with preserved Chicago architectural charm in the desirable and rarely available central Hyde Park neighborhood is walking distance from the restaurants and shopping of 53rd St the University of Chicago campus, and the train station. Enter past the front porch and into the main level living space featuring good condition hardwood floors, tall vinyl windows, and a centerpiece fireplace set into built-in bookshelves. Original 10" trim and crown moulding, antique hardware. 10 ft. ceilings throughout the main level. Climb the staircase with beautiful wood banister to the second floor bedrooms with 9 ft. ceilings. Primary bedroom offers decorative fire place and tall windows. Climb a fixed staircase to the finished, heated third-floor attic. The walkout basement with two access points from the front and back features a finished family room with fireplace, full bathroom, and laundry room. Additional landscaping storage enclosure. 1.5 car detached garage on-site. Fenced yard. Opportunity to upgrade and customize a unique Hyde Park neighborhood home with Chicago architectural charm. Selling AS IS.

5445 S Dorchester Avenue, Chicago

$340,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12563113 MLS

1327 E 52Nd Street Unit #302, Chicago

$315,000

Welcome to 5133 S Greenwood #2, this bright and sunny 3 bedroom 2 bath sunlit condo boast original charm architecture. Unit has over 1600 sq ft and enormous room sizes, gleaming hardwood floors plus separate living and dining rooms. Perfect unit for a live work space with fantastic heated sunroom and cozy sunny private rear deck. In unit laundry and private 12 x 6 storage unit as well as parking in gated lot on a first come first serve basis.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12648786 MLS

Welcome to 5133 S Greenwood #2, this bright and sunny 3 bedroom 2 bath sunlit condo boast original charm architecture. Unit has over 1600 sq ft and enormous room sizes, gleaming hardwood floors plus separate living and dining rooms. Perfect unit for a live work space with fantastic heated sunroom and cozy sunny private rear deck. In unit laundry and private 12 x 6 storage unit as well as parking in gated lot on a first come first serve basis.

5133 S Greenwood Avenue Unit #2, Chicago

$2,595,000

Impressive architecturally significant Hyde Park 7- bedroom single family house, a 2-bedroom coach house, 2 car garage and a driveway for approx 5 cars; a truly move- in ready home. The home designed by architect, James Gamble Rogers, is a short walking distance to The University of Chicago campus and hospital, the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry, the lakefront and downtown Hyde Park. This Collegiate Gothic architecture is similar to The University of Chicago impressive Gothic buildings. This home is filled with original classical architectural details and is tastefully updated to fit today's modern lifestyle.The huge entrance/Reception Hall with an adjoining sitting room area is flanked by huge floor to ceiling windows and wainscoting. The main level also has high ceilings, pocket doors, leaded glass windows, impressive floor to ceiling wood columns, and a grand staircase leading to the upper floors. The main level is perfectly designed for entertaining with the open floor plan which leads from the entrance hall/gallery with a welcoming sitting room area to both the dining and sitting rooms.The large pocket doors lead to an enormous sunny living room with built in book cases and shelves. The living room also has an impressive marble fireplace and high beamed ceiling, french doors which opens to a huge dining room which leads to an outdoor terrace. The sun-room is great for casual lounging with its surrounding views of the landscaped yard. The dining room opens to a large butler's panty which has a vintage silver sink and leads to a huge kitchen adjoining another ample sized room which is perfect for a play room or family room. The kitchen and butler's pantry is reminiscent of the English country homes kitchens. The impressive grand staircase from the entrance hall leads to the top two floors. The rooms have all been restored and repainted, bathrooms have been updated with new fixtures throughout. The second level has a library with a leaded glass built in bookcase. All the rooms have fireplaces. plus all 3 bedrooms on the second floor are all ensuite. There is a huge primary bath with a separate shower and a soaking tub. All the 2nd floor bedrooms and library have French doors leading to outdoor terraces. The 3rd floor has 4 bedrooms. The lower level has many extra rooms and includes a gym and laundry room. The two bedroom coach house has separate electric and gas heat. Updates in the home include refinished wood floors throughout, whole house tuckpointed, house re-piped, new A/C installed, new electric upgrade to 400 amp., new boiler installed, new fence, new driveway. and an updated coach house apartment. The entire yard was landscaped, front and back, of the property to include backyard hardscape of a bricked sitting area adjacent to the outdoor terrace, new greenspace with new sod and trees in front and backyard and new trees planted. This is a Wonderful classical home updated for todays current lifestyle.

7 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 12575960 MLS

Impressive architecturally significant Hyde Park 7- bedroom single family house, a 2-bedroom coach house, 2 car garage and a driveway for approx 5 cars; a truly move- in ready home. The home designed by architect, James Gamble Rogers, is a short walking distance to The University of Chicago campus and hospital, the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry, the lakefront and downtown Hyde Park. This Collegiate Gothic architecture is similar to The University of Chicago impressive Gothic buildings. This home is filled with original classical architectural details and is tastefully updated to fit today's modern lifestyle.The huge entrance/Reception Hall with an adjoining sitting room area is flanked by huge floor to ceiling windows and wainscoting. The main level also has high ceilings, pocket doors, leaded glass windows, impressive floor to ceiling wood columns, and a grand staircase leading to the upper floors. The main level is perfectly designed for entertaining with the open floor plan which leads from the entrance hall/gallery with a welcoming sitting room area to both the dining and sitting rooms.The large pocket doors lead to an enormous sunny living room with built in book cases and shelves. The living room also has an impressive marble fireplace and high beamed ceiling, french doors which opens to a huge dining room which leads to an outdoor terrace. The sun-room is great for casual lounging with its surrounding views of the landscaped yard. The dining room opens to a large butler's panty which has a vintage silver sink and leads to a huge kitchen adjoining another ample sized room which is perfect for a play room or family room. The kitchen and butler's pantry is reminiscent of the English country homes kitchens. The impressive grand staircase from the entrance hall leads to the top two floors. The rooms have all been restored and repainted, bathrooms have been updated with new fixtures throughout. The second level has a library with a leaded glass built in bookcase. All the rooms have fireplaces. plus all 3 bedrooms on the second floor are all ensuite. There is a huge primary bath with a separate shower and a soaking tub. All the 2nd floor bedrooms and library have French doors leading to outdoor terraces. The 3rd floor has 4 bedrooms. The lower level has many extra rooms and includes a gym and laundry room. The two bedroom coach house has separate electric and gas heat. Updates in the home include refinished wood floors throughout, whole house tuckpointed, house re-piped, new A/C installed, new electric upgrade to 400 amp., new boiler installed, new fence, new driveway. and an updated coach house apartment. The entire yard was landscaped, front and back, of the property to include backyard hardscape of a bricked sitting area adjacent to the outdoor terrace, new greenspace with new sod and trees in front and backyard and new trees planted. This is a Wonderful classical home updated for todays current lifestyle.

5235 S University Avenue, Chicago

$1,000,000

A truly rare opportunity has arrived-now made even more compelling with a price reduction. This exceptional twostory bungalow in the heart of Hyde Park is ready to welcome its next chapter. From the moment you step through the striking doubleentry vestibule, you're greeted by an expansive main level boasting tenfoot ceilings, vintage hardwood floors, and oversized windows that flood every room with radiant natural light. Exquisite balustrades and detailed millwork showcase the craftsmanship and timeless character that make this home unforgettable. The openconcept first floor is designed for effortless entertaining, with each room flowing seamlessly into the next. An elegant staircase-complete with a charming hidden reading nook-leads to the second level. The spacious primary bedroom features beautiful bay windows and its own private fireplace, creating a serene retreat. A sunfilled northern room, enhanced by a skylight, is ideal as a bedroom or home office and offers direct access to a generous secondfloor deck. The finished basement provides additional versatile living space, complete with a second set of washer and dryers and an additional fireplace-perfect for recreation, guests, or extended living arrangements. For car enthusiasts or those needing exceptional storage, this property offers something truly extraordinary: garage space for six cars with access from both the north and south streets. This is a rare find in one of Chicago's most iconic neighborhoods. With its recent price improvement, remarkable charm, gracious scale, and unmatched potential, this wellbuilt and beautifully preserved home presents an outstanding opportunity to create something truly special.

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 12546280 MLS

A truly rare opportunity has arrived-now made even more compelling with a price reduction. This exceptional twostory bungalow in the heart of Hyde Park is ready to welcome its next chapter. From the moment you step through the striking doubleentry vestibule, you're greeted by an expansive main level boasting tenfoot ceilings, vintage hardwood floors, and oversized windows that flood every room with radiant natural light. Exquisite balustrades and detailed millwork showcase the craftsmanship and timeless character that make this home unforgettable. The openconcept first floor is designed for effortless entertaining, with each room flowing seamlessly into the next. An elegant staircase-complete with a charming hidden reading nook-leads to the second level. The spacious primary bedroom features beautiful bay windows and its own private fireplace, creating a serene retreat. A sunfilled northern room, enhanced by a skylight, is ideal as a bedroom or home office and offers direct access to a generous secondfloor deck. The finished basement provides additional versatile living space, complete with a second set of washer and dryers and an additional fireplace-perfect for recreation, guests, or extended living arrangements. For car enthusiasts or those needing exceptional storage, this property offers something truly extraordinary: garage space for six cars with access from both the north and south streets. This is a rare find in one of Chicago's most iconic neighborhoods. With its recent price improvement, remarkable charm, gracious scale, and unmatched potential, this wellbuilt and beautifully preserved home presents an outstanding opportunity to create something truly special.

836 E 52Nd Street, Chicago