55 E Elm St

Chicago, IL 60611

$2,185,000
Price
4
Beds
4,222 Sq. Ft.
$518 / Sq. Ft.
4,222
Sq. Ft.
$518
per Sq. Ft.
front view of a building
a bathroom with a window
a living room with furniture a fireplace and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture a chandelier and a fireplace
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture potted plant and a large window
a dining room with furniture a chandelier and wooden floor
a dining room with furniture a chandelier and wooden floor
a kitchen with a stove a sink a chimney and a large window
a view of a chairs and table in the back yard
a kitchen with sink a stove and chairs
a kitchen with a stove sink and refrigerator
a kitchen with granite countertop a sink and a white wooden cabinets
a view of sitting area with furniture
a living room with furniture a large window and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture a window and a chandelier
a outdoor space with furniture
a view of entryway with wooden floor
a bed room with furniture and a fireplace
a bathroom with a sink a mirror and a shower
a white bath tub sitting in a bathroom
a living room with furniture a chandelier and a flat screen tv
a bathroom with a shower sink vanity mirror and toilet
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a picture of a floor to ceiling window
a sign on the side of a building

Description

In Chicago's coveted Gold Coast historic district, Elm Street is considered a premier block for distinctive row houses and greystones. Off Lake Shore Drive and a short walk to some of Chicago's best schools, shops, and restaurants, it's a dream location for an enjoyable urban lifestyle. At home at 55 E Elm, you will find the elegance of 19th century architecture reimagined for the way we live today. Painstakingly restored and meticulously maintained through the years, the most recent renovation features...In Chicago's coveted Gold Coast historic district, Elm Street is considered a premier block for distinctive row houses and greystones. Off Lake Shore Drive and a short walk to some of Chicago's best schools, shops, and restaurants, it's a dream location for an enjoyable urban lifestyle. At home at 55 E Elm, you will find the elegance of 19th century architecture reimagined for the way we live today. Painstakingly restored and meticulously maintained through the years, the most recent renovation features a modern 20-foot long eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry and a contiguous lush deck, one of two outdoor spaces. Offering natural light from skylights, French paned doors and windows, and charming bays, the 4,200/SF home is warm and inviting. There are three large en-suite bedrooms and a fourth bedroom or office in the built-out lower level, a library with French doors opening to a second deck, and a dining room that lives well as a family room. Garage parking options in the neighborhood. Lighting exclusions
  1. Listed by Linda Shaughnessy • Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
    P: (312)-961-6212 C: (312)-961-6212 linshaughnessy@gmail.com

Property Details for 55 East Elm Street

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls, Zoned
Architectural Style
Row House
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 55 East Elm Street

StatusActive
MLS #12527736
Days on Market26
Taxes$50,535 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built-
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,550 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 55 East Elm Street

Stories-Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,550 SF

Payment Calculator

$15,008 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,797

Property Taxes

$4,211

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 East Elm Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, City
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Wet Bar
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Finished, Daylight
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom
  • Room Type: Deck, Library, Mud Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.67 X 98
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Stone
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 1120
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 55
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 29
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Other Media
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X20
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X23
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X20
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X28
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 15X20
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 15X16
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Library
  • Dimensions: 15X14

Property History for 55 East Elm Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12527736

$2,185,000—
Dec 4, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12491014

$2,295,000—
Oct 8, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12447943

$2,495,000—
Oct 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12491014

$2,295,000—
Sep 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12447943

$2,495,000—
Jun 12, 2019

Cancelled

MRED #10363484

$2,585,000—
May 1, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10363484

$2,585,000—
Apr 12, 2019

Cancelled

MRED #10279496

$2,585,000—
Feb 22, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10279496

$2,585,000—
Feb 14, 2019

Cancelled

MRED #10160860

$2,585,000—
Jan 27, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10160860

$2,585,000—
Jan 14, 2016

Sold

MRED #09053180

$2,385,000—
Dec 23, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #564315659

$2,385,000

+8.5% / yr

Nov 30, 2015

Pending

MRED #09053180

—
Oct 1, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09053180

$2,450,000—
Jun 16, 2011

Sold

MRED #07750379

$1,650,000—
Jun 15, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #310771095

$1,650,000

+0.7% / yr

Mar 31, 2011

Pending

MRED #07750379

—
Mar 10, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07750379

$1,750,000—
Jun 18, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #96278799

$1,550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12527736

$2,185,000
12/04/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12491014

$2,295,000
10/08/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12447943

$2,495,000
10/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12491014

$2,295,000
09/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12447943

$2,495,000
06/12/2019

Cancelled

MRED #10363484

$2,585,000
05/01/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10363484

$2,585,000
04/12/2019

Cancelled

MRED #10279496

$2,585,000
02/22/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10279496

$2,585,000
02/14/2019

Cancelled

MRED #10160860

$2,585,000
01/27/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10160860

$2,585,000
01/14/2016

Sold

MRED #09053180

$2,385,000
12/23/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #564315659

$2,385,000

+8.5% / yr

11/30/2015

Pending

MRED #09053180

—
10/01/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09053180

$2,450,000
06/16/2011

Sold

MRED #07750379

$1,650,000
06/15/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #310771095

$1,650,000

+0.7% / yr

03/31/2011

Pending

MRED #07750379

—
03/10/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07750379

$1,750,000
06/18/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #96278799

$1,550,000

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

Public Records for 55 East Elm Street

Taxable ValueLand$38,750Additions$200,764Total$239,514
Tax Record2023$50,535 ($4,211 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,592 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,592 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,550 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1887CountyCOOKAPN17-03-201-016Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 55 East Elm 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
Payton College Preparatory High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ogden Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lincoln Park High School
Public9 to 12

Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
PublicPK to 8

Payton College Preparatory High School
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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More information about 55 East Elm Street, Chicago, IL 60611

55 East Elm Street is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60611. This property was listed for sale on December 4, 2025 by Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty, it's currently listed at $2,185,000. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on January 14, 2016. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Ogden Elementary School, Lincoln Park High School and Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center. 55 East Elm Street is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 4,222 sqft single family home.

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