634 W Briar Place, Chicago IL 60657
Property Description
Luxurious living awaits in this one-of-a-kind, turn of the century, 5 bedroom/3.1bath home in East Lakeview with all the character left intact and restored. There are grand room sizes and high ceilings, 2 of them coffered, 4 fireplaces, 2 bay windows, 2 original pocket doors, decorative wood moulding around all the doors & windows, and the original wood floors are still gorgeous. Double doors are prevalent throughout the home adding to it's sophistication. The home underwent a thoughtful renovation of the kitchen, primary bedroom, baths and the entire english basement adding a stunning wet bar, family/media/game room, another bedroom and full bath with a steam shower, laundry and storage room. In addition, a two story deck was added onto the back of the house for more outdoor space. The four fireplaces are gas direct vent and a built in sound system was added throughout the home with speakers in the ceilings or outside on the walls over the decks. The chef's kitchen features Sub-Zero/Wolf stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, island, breakfast nook, wine cooler and two sinks with touch activated faucets. The primary bedroom suite has a fireplace, a walk-in closet and a walk-in shower, dual sinks, a soaking tub and it even has a skylight. Right off the primary bedroom is a 10' x 20' balcony with privacy walls, speakers, lighting and a ceiling fan. The same sized deck is off of the kitchen below that leads to the newly landscaped patio by Crew Landscaping. Additionally, the home is equipped with dual-zone heating, an intercom system, water softener, laundry chutes and a central vacuum system. The home is blocks to the Lakefront and Lake Shore Drive, the red, brown and purple lines at Belmont and around the corner from top rated restaurants, shops, bars and entertainment. The vibrant central city locale of east Lakeview awaits.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $1,800,000
- Property Taxes $21,698
- Square Feet 3483
- Year Built 1898
- Status New
- Market Time 2
Rooms
- Total Rooms 9
- Number of Bedrooms 5
- Number of Bathrooms 3.1
-
Primary Bedroom
- Room Size 14X19
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
- Primary Bathroom Full,Double Sink,Whirlpool & Sep Shwr,Whirlpool
-
Bedroom 2
- Room Size 17X20
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Bedroom 3
- Room Size 9X11
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Bedroom 4
- Room Size 10X10
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Bedroom 5
- Room Size 10X11
- Floor Level Lower
- Flooring Ceramic Tile
-
Living Room
- Room Size 12X17
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Family Room
- Room Size 13X25
- Floor Level Lower
- Flooring Ceramic Tile
-
Dining Room
- Room Size 14X14
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Kitchen
- Room Size 13X21
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
Additional Rooms
-
Walk In Closet
- Room Size 4X6
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Balcony/Porch/Lanai
- Room Size 10X20
- Floor Level Second
- Flooring Other
-
Foyer
- Room Size 4X10
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Porcelain Tile
-
Pantry
- Room Size 3X4
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Utility Room-Lower Level
- Room Size 4X5
- Floor Level Lower
- Flooring Ceramic Tile
-
Deck
- Room Size 10X20
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Other
-
Utility Room-1st Floor
- Room Size 5X7
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
-
Laundry
- Room Size 4X4
- Floor Level Lower
- Flooring Ceramic Tile
Interior Features
-
Appliances
- Appliances Included Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
-
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiator(s), Radiant Floor
- Air Conditioning Central Air, Zoned
-
Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 4
- Type of Fireplace Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Exterior Features
-
Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exposure North,South,East,West
- Recent Rehab Yes
- Rehab Year 2019
-
Parking
- # of Cars 2
Location
- County Cook
- Township Lake View
- Corporate Limits Chicago
- Directions to Property Broadway To Briar (3150n) West On Briar To Property
-
Schools
- Elementary School District 299
- Junior High District 299
- High School District: 299
- School Name Lake View High School
-
Property Taxes
- Tax 21698
- Tax Year 2024
- Tax Exemptions None
- Parcel Identification Number 14281010200000
-
Lot Information
- Lot Size Standard Chicago Lot
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 9/25/2026 2:02 PM. 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.
Explore Lakeview East
A unique and eclectic north side neighborhood brimming with independent businesses, artistic minds, and a vibrant LGBT population - Lakeview East has it all. World-class nightlife, community-mindedness and serene lake views make this district the ideal home for young families, recent grads, creative professionals, and everyone in between. Lakeview East's location along the water is one of the neighborhood's signature qualities. Lake Michigan's beautiful beaches and lakefront trails give way to Belmont Harbor where Chicagoans store their yachts and sailboats between excursions. An off-leash dog beach allows our four-legged friends to run free and a bird sanctuary is the main stopover for our feathered friends flying south for the winter. The housing in Lakeview East is a marriage of high-rise residential buildings, vintage condos and rehabbed lofts, with an assortment of single-family homes thrown in the mix. Off the neighborhood side streets are block after block of restaurants, bars, retail, theaters, and other businesses. In the summer months Lakeview East is flooded with a full calendar of art festivals, outdoor markets, garden walks, and the very popular Chicago Gay Pride Parade.
Mortgage Calculator
- List Price${ formatCurrency(listPrice) }
- Taxes${ formatCurrency(propertyTaxes) }
- Assessments${ formatCurrency(assessments) }
- List Price
- Taxes
- Assessments
Estimated Monthly Payment
${ formatCurrency(monthlyTotal) } / month
- Principal & Interest${ formatCurrency(monthlyPrincipal) }
- Taxes${ formatCurrency(monthlyTaxes) }
- Assessments${ formatCurrency(monthlyAssessments) }
All calculations are estimates for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.