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$149,000
8 Days On Site

5551 S Kimbark Avenue 8
Chicago, IL 60637

For Sale|Condominium|Active Under Contract
1
Bed
1
Total Bath
1
Full Bath
900
SqFt
$166
/SqFt
1921
Built
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Dumas & Associates, Inc.
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**FABULOUS HYDE PARK LOCATION - ESTATE SALE!** Amazing location, just 3 blocks from the University of Chicago**, an ideal option for university staff, faculty, parents of students looking for a great alternative to student housing with an investment opportunity after 2 years! This spacious vintage condo is approximately 900 sq. ft. and features generously sized rooms, hardwood floors throughout, and three large closets. The living room could easily be converted into a second bedroom if desired. Both the living room and bedroom have wide, tall windows overlooking the courtyard, providing wonderful natural light and a fantastic cross-breeze. The separate dining room has a beautiful vintage pantry with glass doors. Kitchen has a very functional layout with a corner sink, wood cabinetry, eating nook and ample counter space, plus access to a back porch. Additional features include extra-large basement storage, basement laundry, a secure building and professional management. Outstanding Hyde Park location near Obama library, Griffin Museum, Ray School, Restaurants, Trader Joe's, Medici, Seoul Taco, parks, public transportation and all that the neighborhood has to offer!! This is an **estate sale and is being sold AS-IS**. The unit needs updating(paint and floors sanded) but is very livable as it stands and offers an excellent opportunity to improve over time and be a great investment. **This building allows Rentals BUT only After two years of ownership/famiial living, the unit may be rented**, offering additional future flexibility. Floorplan in pictures.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$149,000
Days On Site 
8 Days
Bedrooms 
1
Inside Area (SqFt) 
900 sqft
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1921
MLS® Number 
12748748
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$3,862
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
$460 monthly
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
6 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
6 days agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
a week agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Direction Faces 
East
Number Of Stories 
3
Pets 
Cats OK
Property Sub Type 
Condominium
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Basement 
None
Cooling 
Window Unit(s)
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Heating 
Steam
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Entrance FoyerStorage
Laundry Features 
Common Area
Bedroom 2 
Bedroom 3 
Bedroom 4 
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 9X16Level - Main
Family Room 
Foyer 
Dimensions - 6X8Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 9X12Level - MainDescription - Galley
Laundry 
Living Room 
Dimensions - 13X16Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 12X17Level - Main
Other Room 
Dimensions - 4X4Level - Main
Storage 
Dimensions - 5X10Level - Basement
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 5X4Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Community Features
Association Amenities 
LaundryCoin LaundryStorage
Association Fee 
$460.0
Association Fee Frequency 
Monthly
MLS Area 
CHI - Hyde Park
School District 
299
Township 
Hyde Park
Schools
School District
299
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Dumas & Associates, Inc.



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