1157 East 61st #1, Chicago IL 60637
$284,900

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Property Description

Stunning and spacious 3 bed/3 bath duplex down in the sought-after Hyde Park/Woodlawn area, just moments from the University of Chicago. This beautifully updated home offers an expansive open-concept living and dining space with hardwood floors and room for a large dining table perfect for hosting and everyday living. The kitchen is well-appointed with abundant granite countertop space and newer stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove and refrigerator, making it both functional and inviting. A full bathroom on the main level adds convenience, while the rear porch provides a great spot for outdoor seating, with space for chairs or a small table, plus access to a fenced walkway. The lower level features three bedrooms and two full baths, including an oversized primary suite with a truly impressive walk-in closet. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry and easy street parking. Located near parks, shopping, restaurants, and the future Obama Presidential Center, this home offers both comfort and convenience in a vibrant neighborhood. Ideal as a primary residence or investment with strong rental potential.

Features & Information

Key Details

  • List Price $284,900
  • Property Taxes 4123.80
  • Unit Floor Level 1
  • Square Feet 0
  • Price/ Sq. Ft. Unavailable
  • Year Built U
  • Parking Type None
  • Status Contingent

Rooms

  • Total Rooms 6
  • Master Bedroom

  • Master Bath F
  • Room Size 11X20
  • Bedroom 2

  • Room Size 10X10
  • Floor Level Walkout Basement
  • Flooring Travertine
  • Bedroom 3

  • Room Size 9X13
  • Floor Level Walkout Basement
  • Flooring Travertine
  • Living Room

  • Room Size 14X20
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Dining Room

  • Room Size COMBO
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Kitchen

  • Room Size 16X17
  • Kitchen Type Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Flooring Hardwood

Interior Features

  • Appliances

  • Appliances Included Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type Gas

Exterior Features

  • Parking

  • Parking None
  • # of Cars 0

Building Information

  • Number of Units 23
  • Age of Building Unknown
  • Exterior Construction Brick
  • Exposure E (East)
  • Pets

  • Pets Allowed? Y
  • Pet Types Cats OK,Dogs OK

Location

  • County Cook
  • Township Hyde Park
  • Corporate Limits Chicago
  • Directions to Property From 57th & Woodlawn, Drive S To 61st, Make A Right And The Home Is In Between Woodlawn And University St On 61st Street.
  • Schools

  • Elementary School District 299
  • School Name Fiske Elementary School
  • Junior High District 299
  • High School District 299
  • School Name Hyde Park Career Academy
  • Property Taxes

  • Tax 4123.80
  • Tax Year 2024
  • Tax Exemptions None
  • Parcel Identification Number 20143120331017

Utilities

  • Sewer Sewer-Publ

Listed by: Keller Williams ONEChicago | Phone: 312.216.2422
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/28/2026 7:32 AM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

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This south side Chicago neighborhood is home to an idyllic golf course, two yacht clubs and a lovely public beach. Woodlawn's residents enjoy a community conveniently located near recreational parks, the scenic lakefront, and the bustling University of Chicago campus. The area has all types of real estate where folks from all walks of life happily make their home. Affordable detached houses with private yards and their own garage give families enough room to grow, and condominiums are great properties for students, couples and young families just starting out. A number of schools and academies are situated in Woodlawn, giving homeowners plenty of options for their children's education, without straying too far from home.

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