1239 N Dearborn St

Chicago, IL 60610

$1,650,000
Last Sold Price
8
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Closed 8/14/25
Closed 8/14/25
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Description

Once home to great American author Ernest Hemingway and walking distance to Chicago's amazing lakefront, 1239 N. Dearborn St. is a 7 bed/6.5 bath, historic brownstone in the heart of the Gold Coast with three decks, a patio, a coach house and a two-car garage. Originally built in 1898 and located on a 3,300-square-foot lot that sits on a lovely, tree-lined stretch of Dearborn, amid some of Chicago's finest homes, the literary history here is enchanting: After their honeymoon in 1921, Hemingway and...Once home to great American author Ernest Hemingway and walking distance to Chicago's amazing lakefront, 1239 N. Dearborn St. is a 7 bed/6.5 bath, historic brownstone in the heart of the Gold Coast with three decks, a patio, a coach house and a two-car garage. Originally built in 1898 and located on a 3,300-square-foot lot that sits on a lovely, tree-lined stretch of Dearborn, amid some of Chicago's finest homes, the literary history here is enchanting: After their honeymoon in 1921, Hemingway and his wife Hadley lived in an apartment on the fourth floor before moving to Paris, where he wrote "The Sun Also Rises," "A Farewell to Arms," and his memoir, "A Moveable Feast." Most recently situated as a multifamily divided up into rentals, the entire brownstone plus coach house is now for sale, presenting endless possibilities as an investment property including the option to renovate to transform its beautiful bones into a multilevel, single-family home. The brick and limestone exterior has been maintained to uphold its stately, turn-of-the-century character, including tall arched windows and decorative stonework. Inside, the main level flaunts high ceilings, original hardwood floors and millwork details across a foyer, a light-filled formal living room, a dining room with fireplace, a back-of-the-house kitchen, and a bonus space that links to two decks (9'4" x 15'2" and 12'7" x 7'4"). Upstairs, the second level is perfect for a deluxe primary suite and currently features three bedrooms (two that are ensuite, one with a balcony and another with a walk-in closet), two full baths, and upstairs laundry. The top level reveals three additional bedrooms, two more full baths, and a bonus space that's ideal for a den or office. Downstairs, the ground level features two studio spaces (one with a kitchenette) that connect to a large outdoor patio (23'5" x 24'10"). Plus, there's a basement level with more bonus space, yet another full bath, a laundry room, utilities, and abundant storage. Situated above the detached garage, the bi-level coach house features a foyer, a living room, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a full bath, and has the potential to be a fabulous standalone apartment for in-laws, extended-stay guests or an au pair. With a spectacular location that's steps from the 3 Arts Club and Green City Market's outdoor farmers market, not to mention Chicago's most prestigious schools and world-class dining and shopping along the Mag Mile and Oak Street, 1239 N. Dearborn St. is a truly one-of-a-kind property with untapped potential and incredible value built right in.
  1. Listed by Timothy Salm • Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
    P: (312)-929-1564 tsalm@jamesonsir.com

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Property Details for 1239 North Dearborn Street

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Township
Lake
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 08/15/2025 10:47 AM

Property Details for 1239 North Dearborn Street

StatusClosed
MLS #12382487
Days on Market7
Taxes$46,382 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeTwo to Four Units / Coach House
Year Built-
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,250 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 1239 North Dearborn Street

Stories-Residences3Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,250 SF

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General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lincoln Park High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 20
  • Bedrooms Total: 8
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 8
  • # Full Baths in Building: 6
  • # Half Baths in Building: 1
  • Num of Baths: 6.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Storm Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 26 X 125
  • Total # Units in Building: 3.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: Historical District
  • North Coordinate: 1200
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 100
  • 3 Br Un In Bldg: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-06-03T14:46:43
  • Photos Count: 30
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Multi Family
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
  • Lease Expiration Date: VAC
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $2,000.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 5
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 5
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Lease Expiration Date: MTM
Unit 3
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 3
  • Lease Expiration Date: VAC

Property History for 1239 North Dearborn Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 14, 2025

Sold

MRED #12382487

$1,850,000—
Aug 14, 2025

Sold

MRED #12382487

$1,650,000—
Aug 12, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1910229081

$1,650,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/14/2025

Sold

MRED #12382487

$1,850,000
08/14/2025

Sold

MRED #12382487

$1,650,000
08/12/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1910229081

$1,650,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1239 North Dearborn Street

Taxable ValueLand$102,465Additions$187,955Total$290,420
Tax Record2023$46,382 ($3,865 / month)
Home Facts
Baths1Total Finished SqFt5,546 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,546 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,300 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1898CountyCOOKAPN17-04-224-009

Schools near 1239 North Dearborn Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ogden Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Lincoln Park High School
Public - 9 to 12
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
Public - PK to 8
Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Ogden Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lincoln Park High School
Public9 to 12

Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
PublicPK to 8

Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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