1453 West Melrose Street

Chicago, IL 60657

$715,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,700 Sq. Ft.
$265 / Sq. Ft.
2,700
Sq. Ft.
$265
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Southport Corridor, 4 bed, 3 bath single family for less than many duplexes. This masonry and frame Chicago cottage retains much of its vintage detail. Burley School. Vintage woodwork, hardwood floors, stairs, & banisters. All in excellent condition. On the main, the LR overlooks tree-lined Melrose, the formal DR offers ample entertaining space, and the eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar opens to the sunny back yard. Two main floor bedrooms with large closets and a full bathroom. The top floor is...Southport Corridor, 4 bed, 3 bath single family for less than many duplexes. This masonry and frame Chicago cottage retains much of its vintage detail. Burley School. Vintage woodwork, hardwood floors, stairs, & banisters. All in excellent condition. On the main, the LR overlooks tree-lined Melrose, the formal DR offers ample entertaining space, and the eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar opens to the sunny back yard. Two main floor bedrooms with large closets and a full bathroom. The top floor is comprised of a large master suite with an adjacent sitting room/office. The MB features skylights, fireplace, walk-in closet, & a South facing sun deck. The master includes a double sink vanity, over-sized tub, & separate shower. Front entrance walkout lower level (~ 2' below grade) with family room, bedroom, and ensuite full bath would work well for a related living arrangement or possibly Airbnb. Fenced rear yard & two-level deck. 2 car garage. ~2700 SF. RT 3.5 zoning allows room to expand.

Listing Agent

  1. Rich Kasper

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Property Details for 1453 West Melrose Street

Area
CHI - Lake View
Township
Lake View
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2021 08:20 AM

Property Details for 1453 West Melrose Street

StatusClosed
MLS #10523045
Days on Market204
Taxes$15,861 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1886
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,123 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1453 West Melrose Street

Stories-Year Built1886Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,123 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,224 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,902

Property Taxes

$1,322

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1453 West Melrose Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Burley Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lake View High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Full, English
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Master Bedroom
  • Room Type: Sitting Room, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2700
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2700
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2700
  • Lower Sq Ft: 1085
  • Main Sq Ft: 1100
  • Upper Sq Ft: 515
  • Lot Size: Standard Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 25 X 125
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 3232
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 1453
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 21
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 09-19-2019
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Size: 19X20
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 2nd Bedroom Size: 11X8
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • 3rd Bedroom Size: 11X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • 4th Bedroom Size: 10X9
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Size: 15X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Family Room Size: 18X18
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Size: 16X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Flooring: Other
  • Laundry Size: 17X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Size: 18X10
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
  • Addtl Room 1 Size: 19X10
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Porcelain Tile
  • Addtl Room 3 Size: 5X15
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other Room
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room

Property History for 1453 West Melrose Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1453 West Melrose Street

Taxable ValueLand$46,875Additions$46,103Total$92,978
Tax Record2022$19,124 ($1,594 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,615 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,615 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,125 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890CountyCOOKAPN14-20-329-003

Schools near 1453 West Melrose Street

This home is within City Of Chicago School District 299.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Burley Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Lake View High School
Public9 to 12

Alcott College Prep
Public9 to 12

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