In-Person: 09/06 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM5235 S University Avenue,Chicago, IL 60615
Chicago, IL 60615
Description
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 approximately a 10 minute drive to downtown Chicago. 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.
Details
| MLS # | 12575960 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1904 |
| Days On Site | 194 |
| Listing Provided By | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago | Shirley Walker |
Features
| Bed(s) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 7 Total |
| SQ Feet | 7,000 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Acreage | 0.28 |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 13 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk |
| Fireplaces Total | 7 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning, Decorative |
| Laundry Features | In Unit, Multiple Locations, Sink |
| Window Features | Screens, Skylight(s), Storm Window(s), Wood Frames, Some Stained Glass |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Balcony |
|---|---|
| Roof | Slate |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Limestone, Slate |
| Patio And Porch Features | Deck, Patio |
Parking
| Parking Features | Concrete, Side Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Garage |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
Utilities
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Electric | Service - 400 Amp or Greater |
Location
| Community Features | Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved |
|---|
Taxes
| Tax Year | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Tax Annual Amount | 31428.12 |
Area Information
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | Cook |
| City | Chicago |
| Zip Code | 60615 |
| Area | CHI Hyde Park |
| Listing VS Median (in 60615) | |
Price: $2,595,000 low | high Med: $195,000 sqft: 7,000 low | high Med: 1,465 $ / sqft: $371 low | high Med: $133 On site: 194 low | high Med: 30 | |
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| Open House |
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| In-Person 09/06 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | Cook |
| City | Chicago |
| Zip Code | 60615 |
| Area | CHI Hyde Park |
| Listing VS Median (in 60615) | |
Price: $2,595,000 low | high Med: $195,000 sqft: 7,000 low | high Med: 1,465 $ / sqft: $371 low | high Med: $133 On site: 194 low | high Med: 30 | |
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