1653 West North, Chicago IL 60622
Property Description
Incredible opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind, double-lot home in the heart of Bucktown-perfect for artists, creatives, or anyone seeking a unique live/workspace. Formerly a photo studio and art museum with adjacent living quarters, this 5BR, 3BA single-family home offers bold architectural features and unmatched character throughout. Enter through a private gated entrance with a famous Eduardo Kobra mural into a serene, landscaped urban oasis. The central courtyard-style deck and landscaped yard wrap the home in greenery, creating ideal indoor/outdoor flow. Main-level living includes a dramatic living/dining area with soaring beamed ceilings, a large open kitchen with adjacent family room and double-height ceilings, plus four bedrooms and two full baths. A second-floor addition offers a private bedroom and bath-perfect for guests or a home office. Updated mechanicals and systems, one-car attached garage, and an unfinished basement for storage or expansion. A rare creative retreat in a prime Bucktown location near shops, dining, and transit.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $1,400,000
- Property Taxes $39,740.43
- Square Feet 4204
- Price/ Sq. Ft. $333.02
- Year Built 1898
- Parking Type Garage
- Status Contingent
Rooms
- Total Rooms 11
- Basement F
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Master Bedroom
- Master Bath F
- Room Size 14X19
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 12X12
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Other
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 14X8
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Other
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Bedroom 4
- Room Size 12X15
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Other
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Living Room
- Room Size 20X18
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Other
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Family Room
- Room Size 16X10
- Floor Level Main Level
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Dining Room
- Room Size 20X18
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Other
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Kitchen
- Room Size 19X14
- Kitchen Type Island
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Ceramic Tile
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Basement
- Basement Description Unfinished
- Bathroom(s) in Basement N
Additional Rooms
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Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Name 5th Bdrm
- Additional Room Size 18X13
- Additional Room Level Main Level
- Additional Room Flooring Carpet
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Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Name Den
- Additional Room Size 14X8
- Additional Room Level Main Level
- Additional Room Flooring Stone
Interior Features
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Appliances
- Appliances Included Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Gas, Solar, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned
- Air Conditioning Central Air, Zoned
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Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 1
- Type of Fireplace Wood Burning
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exterior Construction Brick,Frame
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Parking
- Parking Garage
- # of Cars 1
Location
- County Cook
- Township West Chicago
- Corporate Limits Chicago
- Directions to Property Just West Of Ashland On South Side Of Street
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Schools
- Elementary School District 299
- School Name Burr Elementary School
- Junior High District 299
- School Name Burr Elementary School
- High School District: 299
- School Name Wells Community Academy S
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Property Taxes
- Tax 39740.43
- Tax Year 2023
- Tax Exemptions Homeowner
- Parcel Identification Number 17062040020000
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Lot Information
- Dimensions 94x50
Utilities
- Sewer Sewer-Publ
Listed by: @properties Christie's International Real Estate | Phone: 773.472.0200
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