1243 W Nelson St

Chicago, IL 60657

$1,900,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
4,000 Sq. Ft.
$475 / Sq. Ft.
4,000
Sq. Ft.
$475
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/29/26
Closed 5/29/26

Description

OPEN CANCELED! Welcome to this exceptional 4 bedroom / 4.5 bath home perfectly situated on a quiet, one-way street in Lakeview! The meticulously maintained home offers a thoughtfully designed layout with abundant storage and natural light thanks to the large windows and skylights. Step into the warm and inviting living room with a fireplace that flows effortlessly into the spacious dining room. The kitchen features commercial-grade appliances, stone countertops, a large island, a built-in banquette...OPEN CANCELED! Welcome to this exceptional 4 bedroom / 4.5 bath home perfectly situated on a quiet, one-way street in Lakeview! The meticulously maintained home offers a thoughtfully designed layout with abundant storage and natural light thanks to the large windows and skylights. Step into the warm and inviting living room with a fireplace that flows effortlessly into the spacious dining room. The kitchen features commercial-grade appliances, stone countertops, a large island, a built-in banquette bench and table and a walk-in pantry. Just off the kitchen, the great room offers a cozy fireplace and built-ins with a desk. The incredible outdoor space is perfect for entertaining including a large, stone patio and a rooftop deck with composite decking above the 2 car garage. Upstairs, you'll find 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms plus a convenient laundry room. The huge primary suite boasts two walk-in closets, custom built-ins and a beautifully updated marble bathroom with dual vanities and a steam/rain shower. The lower level features radiant heated flooring, an expansive family room with a wet bar, a recently updated bathroom, huge mudroom with storage plus an additional bedroom - with options to add a 5th bedroom/office/gym. Walk to South Lakeview Park, Farm Bar, Left Coast and everything Lakeview has to offer!

Listing Agent

  1. Jeff Lowe

    Jeff Lowe

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (312)-339-1133

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Sold By Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Property Details for 1243 West Nelson Street

Area
CHI - Lake View
Township
Lake View
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2026 05:38 PM

Property Details for 1243 West Nelson Street

StatusClosed
MLS #12626325
Days on Market4
Taxes$27,915 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,975 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 1243 West Nelson Street

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,975 SF

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Property Information for 1243 West Nelson Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Harriet Tubman Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lincoln Park High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Steam Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full, Daylight
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Great Room
  • Room Type: Family Room, Great Room, Mud Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Unknown
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Roof Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Standard Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 25x119
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 3024
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 1243
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2672
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2026-04-22T19:43:39
  • Photos Count: 41
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X14
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 6X5
Walk In Closet 2 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 6X5
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 10X7
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down
  • Dimensions: 17X27
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Dimensions: 18X16
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 10X10

Property History for 1243 West Nelson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Sold

MRED #12626325

$1,900,000—
Apr 25, 2026

Pending

MRED #12626325

—
Apr 25, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12626325

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Sold

MRED #12626325

$1,900,000
04/25/2026

Pending

MRED #12626325

—
04/25/2026

Contingent

MRED #12626325

—

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

Public Records for 1243 West Nelson Street

Taxable ValueLand$51,765Additions$99,235Total$151,000
Tax Record2023$27,018 ($2,251 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,672 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,672 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,975 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003CountyCOOKAPN14-29-115-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1243 West Nelson Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Harriet Tubman Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Lincoln Park High School
Public - 9 to 12
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
Public - K to 8
Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Harriet Tubman Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lincoln Park High School
Public9 to 12

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
PublicK to 8

Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
PublicPK 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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