637 W Melrose St, Unit 2

$900,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,700 Sq. Ft.
$529 / Sq. Ft.
1,700
Sq. Ft.
$529
per Sq. Ft.

Description

All-Brick East Lakeview Gem on a Quiet, Tree-Lined One-Way Street! Welcome home to this stunning, move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offering approximately 1,700 square feet of beautifully designed living space in one of Chicago's most walkable neighborhoods-just steps from vibrant Broadway! Enjoy the convenience of top-rated dining, coffee shops, boutique shopping, and entertainment right outside your door. This home features a spacious and inviting layout with thoughtful upgrades throughout....All-Brick East Lakeview Gem on a Quiet, Tree-Lined One-Way Street! Welcome home to this stunning, move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offering approximately 1,700 square feet of beautifully designed living space in one of Chicago's most walkable neighborhoods-just steps from vibrant Broadway! Enjoy the convenience of top-rated dining, coffee shops, boutique shopping, and entertainment right outside your door. This home features a spacious and inviting layout with thoughtful upgrades throughout. The sun-filled living room opens to an oversized, front-facing balcony framed by mature trees-perfect for indoor/outdoor living. A limestone gas fireplace adds warmth and charm, while rich hardwood floors run throughout the space. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper with contemporary cabinetry, distinctive subway tile, a massive quartz island with abundant storage, and premium appliances including Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Bosch. Retreat to the luxurious primary suite, complete with large windows, ample space for any furniture layout, a custom-built walk-in closet, and an en suite bath that rivals any spa-featuring dual vanities, striking tile work, built-in storage, a steam shower with bench, and radiant heated floors. Natural light even fills the bathroom! Additional highlights include fantastic natural light throughout, custom built-ins, extra assigned storage, and two parking spaces-one garage spot and one exterior pad, a rare find in this area. Located near public transit, Belmont Harbor, the lakefront, schools (including Nettelhorst Elementary), and endless city conveniences. Low assessments in a well-maintained building.

Property Details for 637 West Melrose Street, Unit 2

Area
CHI - Lake View
Township
Lake View
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 07/30/2025 03:01 AM

Property Details for 637 West Melrose Street, Unit 2

StatusClosed
MLS #12355356
Days on Market7
Taxes$8,715 / year
HOA Fees$240 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built2015
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 637 West Melrose Street, Unit 2

Building/Complex637 W Melrose StFloor-Stories3Residences3Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details999Year Built2015

Payment Calculator

$5,413 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,447

Property Taxes

$726

HOA Dues

$240

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 637 West Melrose Street, Unit 2

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lake View High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Assigned Spaces, Owned, Garage
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Storage, Built-in Features
  • Common Area Amenities: Storage
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: Condo,Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 6-10 Years
  • Type Attached: Condo, Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Total # Units in Building: 3.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Rubber
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 3232
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 637
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Management Company: Self Managed
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-05-08T05:41:06
  • Photos Count: 21
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 05-08-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 1X3
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X19
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 5X19

Property History for 637 West Melrose Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 25, 2025

Sold

MRED #12355356

$900,000
Jul 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1907841313

$900,000

+7.9% / yr

May 11, 2025

Pending

MRED #12355356

May 7, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12355356

$899,000
Feb 21, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1506588304

$750,000

+0.8% / yr

Feb 21, 2023

Sold

MRED #11710295

$750,000
Feb 6, 2023

Pending

MRED #11710295

Feb 6, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11710295

Jan 31, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11710295

$750,000
May 20, 2020

Sold

MRED #10681228

$734,000
May 15, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #671007427

$734,000

-7.5% / yr

Apr 6, 2020

Pending

MRED #10681228

Apr 1, 2020

Cancelled

MRED #10668999

$750,000
Apr 1, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10681228

$735,000
Mar 16, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10668999

$750,000
Jun 24, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #552290930

$1,072,500
Jun 18, 2015

Sold

MRED #08897606

$715,000
May 7, 2015

Pending

MRED #08897606

Apr 21, 2015

Cancelled

MRED #08825208

$749,000
Apr 21, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08897606

$719,000
Jan 27, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08825208

$749,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/25/2025

Sold

MRED #12355356

$900,000
07/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1907841313

$900,000

+7.9% / yr

05/11/2025

Pending

MRED #12355356

05/07/2025

Price Change

MRED #12355356

$899,000
02/21/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1506588304

$750,000

+0.8% / yr

02/21/2023

Sold

MRED #11710295

$750,000
02/06/2023

Pending

MRED #11710295

02/06/2023

Contingent

MRED #11710295

01/31/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11710295

$750,000
05/20/2020

Sold

MRED #10681228

$734,000
05/15/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #671007427

$734,000

-7.5% / yr

04/06/2020

Pending

MRED #10681228

04/01/2020

Cancelled

MRED #10668999

$750,000
04/01/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10681228

$735,000
03/16/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10668999

$750,000
06/24/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #552290930

$1,072,500
06/18/2015

Sold

MRED #08897606

$715,000
05/07/2015

Pending

MRED #08897606

04/21/2015

Cancelled

MRED #08825208

$749,000
04/21/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08897606

$719,000
01/27/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08825208

$749,000

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

Public Records for 637 West Melrose Street, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand$12,782Additions$28,524Total$41,306
Tax Record2023$8,715 ($726 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleCondominiumCountyCOOKAPN14-21-313-073-1002

Schools near 637 West Melrose Street, Unit 2

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Nettelhorst Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lake View High School
Public9 to 12

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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