5229 S University Ave

Chicago, IL 60615

$595,000
Price
3
Beds
2,100 Sq. Ft.
$283 / Sq. Ft.
2,100
Sq. Ft.
$283
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By @propertiesContingent
Listed By @propertiesContingent
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Description

Welcome home to this special opportunity: this rarely available Mid-Century brick townhome is on a beautiful tree-filled location in the heart of Hyde Park, steps from Hyde Park Produce and UChicago Campus. The Skylights throughout the home offer wonderful light cascading in daily with the floor-to-ceiling balcony doors with that mid-century timeless architecture. The home features a wood burning fireplace you can warm up to in the beautiful cozy Chicago winters. All seasons enjoy the lovely the...Welcome home to this special opportunity: this rarely available Mid-Century brick townhome is on a beautiful tree-filled location in the heart of Hyde Park, steps from Hyde Park Produce and UChicago Campus. The Skylights throughout the home offer wonderful light cascading in daily with the floor-to-ceiling balcony doors with that mid-century timeless architecture. The home features a wood burning fireplace you can warm up to in the beautiful cozy Chicago winters. All seasons enjoy the lovely the front deck/ meditation garden, and the back entertaining area featuring east facing sun with lush greenery while remaining conveniently close to the kitchen, double-level dining room and living room. This Hyde Park townhome represents an exceptional find, not only for its rarity but also for its superb off-street location, with captivating design and thoughtful features. Enjoy the added luxury of being steps from Lake Michigan, the central Hyde Park retail areas and Hyde Parks nationally recognized cultural institutions, Art galleries, and Museums including The Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science of Industry, The Hyde Park Art Center, Court Theater, and The upcoming Obama Presidential Center (2026). This community offers an incredible living experience with lakefront beaches, bike trails, marinas, golf courses, tennis courts, and parks. Transportation is readily accessible with the University of Chicago bus line, Chicago Metra, and CTA nearby. This unique Townhome opportunity in your own tree-lined urban oasis is special. Welcome Home! Move in ready or add your updates as you see fit, the equity in this home will just rise with everything you put in. Note Completely NEW HVAC, (fall 2025). There are no homeowner assessments for this home.

Property Details for 5229 South University Avenue

Area
CHI - Hyde Park
Township
Hyde Park
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 11/11/2025 10:20 AM

Property Details for 5229 South University Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12501044
Days on Market11
Taxes$6,994 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeAttached Single / T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,944 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 5229 South University Avenue

Stories2Residences4Year Built1961Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,944 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,523 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,940

Property Taxes

$583

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5229 South University Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Kenwood Academy High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Yes
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Storage
  • Common Area Amenities: Park/Playground
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Finished, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Attached: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 24 X 81
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Total # Units in Building: 4.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 5200
  • East Coordinate: 1100
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1592
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-11-07T19:44:04
  • Photos Count: 35
  • 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
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 9X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 10X16
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 13X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 7X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X19

Property History for 5229 South University Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12501044

—
Nov 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12501044

$595,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2025

Contingent

MRED #12501044

—
11/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12501044

$595,000

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Public Records for 5229 South University Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$18,270Additions$20,730Total$39,000
Tax Record2023$6,994 ($583 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,656 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,656 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,654 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1968CountyCOOKAPN20-11-312-018Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5229 South University Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy
Public - PK to 8
Kenwood Academy High School
Public - 7 to 12
Murray Elementary Language Academy
Public - K to 8
Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy
PublicPK to 8

Kenwood Academy High School
Public7 to 12

Murray Elementary Language Academy
PublicK to 8

Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts
Public9 to 12

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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